HTML education, as is all education, is an individualized process today. No longer do students just register at the local technical institute or college and start classes. Today you can learn HTML code online, in workshops, at your business or at an accredited college. You can earn certifications, associates and bachelors degrees in web design and Internet marketing using HTML.

The student today needs to look at the equation at a deeper level and ask questions: “Do I need a diploma for my career?” or “Do I need a quick and rigorous program to get me into the workforce quickly—accredited or not?” You can find good non-accredited HTML training. There are plenty of con artists on the web offering less than sterling classes, however. Buyer beware. Consider the following when looking for your HTML training:

1. Learn HTML online with basic or more advanced courses.

2. Look at workshops and on-site training for your business in HTML.

3. Use free online tutorials and HTML forums.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Learn basic HTML online

There are many fine training programs online. Look for testimonials and professional looking websites. There are as many or more below standard or scams online as well. Find the great programs by researching, asking questions and scrutinizing.

I recommend: Look at what StaffKit has to offer. You will find an HTML online training, plus all kinds of other web development courses like Dreamweaver and other web design courses. Learn HTML at e-learning from home on your computer.

Attend HTML training seminars or get on-site help for your business by professional trainers

HTML does not need to take a long time to learn. Hands-on training in a workshop or seminar may be all you need to get the basics mastered.

I recommend: Webucator delivers onsite training at your office or location of choice. Sterling Ledet offers hands-on workshops by Adobe certified instructors.

Look at a free HTML tutorial or an online HTML forum

Do research and define your needs by doing a little research and networking on the web. You will find lots of information and people who will answer questions for free too.

I recommend: W3 Schools has a free online HTML code tutorial. Go to their website and learn all you can before you ever take a class. Meet new friends at network at HTMLforums. This established forum will help you get to speed in HTML lingo and find out what the latest HTML buzz.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) education and training programs and schools have popped up all over the Internet. It's a great opportunity for a convenient education. However, watch the fine print. Look at the testimonials. Check Better Business Bureaus. Check prices and make sure the school is not too expensive compared to other schools, and that it offers a good solid program.