Master the Basics of Options 101 and Chart Analysis

By the end of this one-day crash course, participants will:

• Understand the foundational concepts of options trading (calls, puts, strike price, expiration)

• Identify and interpret key chart patterns and technical indicators

• Apply basic options strategies in simulated trading scenarios

• Gain confidence using charts to time entry and exit points

• Develop a practical trading workflow that integrates both options and technical analysis

Course Outline

Introduction to Options (10:30 AM – 12:30 PM)

• What is an option? (calls, puts, rights, obligations)

• Strike price, expiration, and the role of volatility

• How options are priced (intrinsic vs. extrinsic value)

• Understanding premiums and profit potential

Lunch Break (12:30 PM – 1:45 PM)

Beginner Options Strategies (1:45 PM – 2:45 PM)

• Buying calls vs. buying puts

• Covered calls and protective puts

• Basic risk/reward analysis

• When to use which strategy

Chart Analysis Essentials (2:45 PM – 4:00 PM)

• Reading candlestick charts

• Drawing support and resistance zones

• Introduction to moving averages, RSI, and MACD

• Recognizing market trends and reversals

Practical Application & Demo (4:00 PM – 5:00 PM)

• Chart walkthrough using trading platforms

• How to combine chart analysis with options decisions

• Q&A: Real-time strategy review and student questions

What You’ll Learn

• The core building blocks of trading options
• How to avoid common beginner mistakes
• How to confidently read and analyze charts
• A repeatable method to plan your trades

Who This is For

• Total beginners who want to start smart

• Traders who feel stuck or overwhelmed

• Investors who want to learn how options can manage risk

• Anyone looking for a simplified, actionable approach to charts

Limited spots available to maintain a high-quality learning environment.