Newcomer challenge

[Donna]

Hi! So I should have waited to enroll in the newcomer challenge until I had all my software & gear together. It's been about 30 days and I'm finally ready to start actually creating my course, but I only have 16 days left in the challenge. Is there a way to start the challenge over again or is it available when you make your second course?  Thanks.

[AliciaPaz]

Not sure when the next one is, but there is s challenge to create a course maybe twice a year.  Also, my advice on the best time to create a course is yesterday!  Don't hold back waiting for a challenge or perfect timing- just hit record!

[Abbie · Accepted solution]

Hi @Donna!

Unfortunately, there's no way to push back the Newcomer challenge deadline. This challenge is for the instructor to publish their first course on the marketplace within 45 days of pledging. You would need to complete the course within the time frame left from the date of registration. It’s also only available for the first course. 

If you have any additional questions, you can always reach out instructorsupport@udemy.com.

[Donna]

Ok, thanks. Not the answer I wanted to hear, but that answers my question.