Trading Foundations
Before strategy comes mindset and the basics of reading price. Course Three starts by setting realistic trading expectations: what this path really looks like, and why most people get it wrong from day one.
- 4 video lessons
- 4 min total
- Certificate of completion
- Self-paced, online
What you'll learn
- Trading Expectations
- Introduction to Candlesticks
- Timeframes: Part I
About this course
Before strategy comes mindset and the basics of reading price. Course Three starts by setting realistic trading expectations: what this path really looks like, and why most people get it wrong from day one. You'll then learn to read candlesticks, the language price speaks in, and how timeframes change the story the chart tells you. Three focused modules that lay the groundwork for everything that comes next.
Course content
4 lessons · 4 min total
Introduction
0:11Trading Expectations
1:46Introduction to Candlesticks
1:55Timeframes: Part I
0:35
Who this course is for
- You are new to trading and want to understand how markets really work before risking money.
- You watch Lab Live or trading content and want the vocabulary and foundations behind it.
- No prior experience is needed: every concept is explained from scratch.
Frequently asked questions
Is Trading Foundations free?
Yes. Trading Foundations is completely free, like every course on Trading Coach. There is no subscription, no trial and no paid upgrade. Trading Coach is supported by PropFirm Compare, so the courses stay free for everyone.
How long does Trading Foundations take?
Trading Foundations has 4 lessons and about 4 minutes of video. It is self-paced: you can pause and come back any time, and your progress is saved.
Do I need trading experience for Trading Foundations?
No. It is a beginner course and explains every concept from the ground up.
Do I get a certificate?
Yes. When you complete every lesson and quiz in the course, you get a certificate of completion with a link you can share.
How do I start the course?
Sign in with a free PropFirm Compare account, open the course and start the first lesson. It takes less than a minute.
Is this financial advice?
No. Trading Coach provides general trading education only. Trading futures, options and other leveraged products involves substantial risk of loss.