Online evening classes for adult learners

Working adults who prefer learning from home, people in regional areas with few local classes, and hobbyists.

A fee per student for each course block. Low running costs mean you can start with small groups and add more courses or run the same one again.

• Expertise in your subject
• Teaching and keeping a group engaged online
• Basic video and booking software
• Writing clear course descriptions

• Public liability or professional indemnity insurance, check what suits your subject
• ABN registration, and GST once turnover reaches the threshold
• Avoid claiming your course leads to a recognised qualification unless it is accredited (check ASQA rules)
• Copyright on any materials, music or images you use in your teaching
• Reliable internet and a quiet space, since a dropped class affects reviews

Startup costs are typically around $200 to $1,500, depending on your video and booking software, your equipment and how you promote your courses. These are estimates, and your subject and the polish of your materials will shift the figure.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $300 to $3,000, depending on your subject, how many students enrol in each block and how many courses you run. Treat these as estimates rather than guarantees, and test demand with one course first.

Check public liability or professional indemnity insurance for your subject, ABN registration, and GST once turnover reaches the threshold. Also check copyright on any materials you use, and avoid implying a recognised qualification unless the course is accredited (see ASQA rules).