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What topic would you recommend for my first Udemy course?

PrecisionLab

Hi everyone,
I'm planning to create my first course on Udemy. My background is in Applied Industrial Chemistry, and I have experience in laboratory work.
I'm considering topics such as:
Laboratory Safety
Analytical Chemistry
Quality Control (QC)
Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)

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Emile-Ackbarali

Shift your emphasis a bit from "topics" to "audience":

Who is my audience in my field? Where do they hang out online? What are the learning pains they experience? Of these learning pains, what causes them the most stress? How could you help? What course could you create to solve that pain?

Every person who does your course wants to move from point A to point B. What's point A and what's point B and how can you best help them move and gain the skill that they want.

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Aa75090030

Te recomiendo control de calidad. Si gustas podemos hacer el curso juntos en colaboración

Emile-Ackbarali

Shift your emphasis a bit from "topics" to "audience":

Every person who does your course wants to move from point A to point B. What's point A and what's point B and how can you best help them move and gain the skill that they want.

BrianJackson

@PrecisionLab,

If you want to make money on Udemy, focus on business courses that have a chance of getting into the Udemy for Business (UfB) program. I think there's somewhere that you can look for hot UfB topics (anyone?).

I've made the bulk of my marketplace revenue of late selling ChatGPT courses (AI is big).

Other than that, I like the idea of beginning with a short introductory course to get used to the course publication process.

All the best, and ask plenty of questions,

—Brian

ChrisBankes120

Hi, and welcome — you have a really strong background for creating a valuable course.

For a first Udemy course, I’d suggest starting with Laboratory Safety or GLP, because both are practical, beginner-friendly, and relevant to a wide range of learners. They also lend themselves well to clear, structured lessons and real workplace examples.

Once you’ve built confidence as an instructor, you could then create more specialised courses in Quality Control or Analytical Chemistry. Wishing you the very best with your first course — it sounds like you have a lot of useful knowledge to share.

But also check out how many competitors there are, their reviews etc.

GodwinNwaliIgwe

Hi @PrecisionLab ,

I agree with Emile's advice about focusing on your audience first. Looking at your background, I also think starting with a practical and specific course could help you attract the right learners. For example, a course on Laboratory Safety or Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) for students, new laboratory professionals, or researchers could solve a very clear need.

Real-world examples and practical demonstrations could make the course even more valuable. Wishing you all the best with your first course!