There are literally dozens of Forex trading system programs online that offer various levels of study. As a beginner, you should not try to learn too much, too fast. Instead, you’ll be much better off finding a system that is laid out in easy to understand language. However, wading through all of the complex explanations and strategies can be a bit daunting.

So, How Do I Trade Forex When I’m New to this Whole Thing?

This is an excellent question.

The simple answer is that you need a step by step way to trade Forex that doesn’t completely leave you confused and intimidated. What you’ve probably figured out by now is that Forex trading has a steep learning curve, and not everybody is good at teaching this to beginners. I mean, you can read all kinds of articles about pips, spreads, charts, platforms, analysis and so on, but right now, it may all be kind of a blur.

It’s like learning Algebra for the first time, you see a bunch of equations, but until you learn the formula for solving each type of equation, you’re pretty much in the dark as to coming up with the right answer. Forex is a lot like this in the beginning. There’s so much information being thrown at you, that it’s easy to suffer from information overload. That’s when you have so much information filling your head, that it causes you to not be able to do much of anything.

Fortunately, there are some very good training programs available that takes the beginning trader by the hand and gently guides them towards making their first trade. Before choosing a program, you should take a moment to think about your particular learning style. Everybody likes to learn things in a particular way.


Some people enjoy reading information and will gravitate towards courses that include books and workbooks with examples. They like to read a little, ponder over the information, then go back and read some passages again to get a clear understanding.

Some people are visual learners and enjoy watching video tutorials and seeing colorful graphs and charts. Also, for those who like listening to lessons, they too will like getting their information in both audio and video formats.

A lot of people can handle lessons in any format, so the above may not apply to you, but it’s something to consider when evaluating a Forex home study course.

Another thing to consider when choosing a Forex course is the expertise of the person who’s teaching. Sure, it’s easy for anybody who has traded for a few months to come along and call themselves an expert. But, the proof is in the pudding, folks. Ideally, your instructor should have several years of currency trading experience. They should also offer students some kind of credible proof that they know what they’re teaching.

This is really important, because for you to become a successful Forex trader, who will be using real money, you’ve got to be absolutely sure you’re learning a credible system. It’s too easy for new people to be sucked in by false promises of quick wealth. Okay, I’m going to dispel that myth for you right now.

There’s no such thing as quick and easy wealth in Forex trading, but smart traders understand how to make steady earnings. So, please stay away from any programs or training material that promises you big earnings for very little work. The best thing that you can do for yourself, right now, is to stay focused on learning Forex the right way.