YouTube is now allowing more channels to offer informational courses to viewers.
Courses can be offered for free or via a one-time payment, creating new revenue opportunities.
This expansion, announced via the platform’s Creator Insider channel, marks a step forward from the initial beta testing phase, which was limited to a select group.
The Courses functionality, accessible through YouTube Studio on desktop, allows creators to package their educational content into structured, multi-lesson programs.
Key features include:
Follow these steps to begin creating a course:
While course creation is currently limited to desktop, you can upload individual videos via mobile and add them to courses later on desktop.
YouTube is implementing this feature gradually, meaning not everyone will have immediate access.
By providing creators with tools to structure and monetize their educational content, YouTube is enhancing its value proposition for content producers and offering viewers a more structured learning experience on the platform.
For more detailed information about YouTube Courses, including purchasing, refund policies, and device availability, viewers and creators can refer to YouTube’s official help documentation.