Looking for inspiration for your next course? This article explores the trending course topics that WeVersity learners are actively searching for, as well as emerging areas where demand is growing. We also highlight opportunities where you can create valuable content to help your course stand out in the marketplace.
How to Use This Information
At WeVersity, we believe in helping you create content that not only matches your expertise but also aligns with the needs of your learners. This article provides you with insights based on search trends and user interest to help you make informed decisions about your next course.
We’ve gathered key data to highlight:
- Topics students are currently interested in.
- High-opportunity niches where demand is increasing but content is limited.
- Keywords and categories that will help optimize your course for discovery by more learners.
You can use this data in the following ways:
- Find your next course idea: Start with what excites you. Use our trending topics to narrow down your focus to areas with growing interest.
- Optimize for better visibility: If you already have a topic in mind, use these trends and keywords to help craft your course title and description so it’s easier for students to find.
- Expand your offerings: If you’re planning on offering a 1-on-1 coaching session or launching a digital product, these insights can help you identify specific areas where your learners might need support.
Current Course Demand
Here are the top trending course topics right now on WeVersity. If you already offer courses in these areas, consider expanding them or adding advanced lessons. If you’re still brainstorming your next course idea, use these insights to guide your decisions.
Our top 10 searched course topics are:
- DIY Crafts & Home Décor
- Cooking & Baking for Beginners
- Personal Finance & Wealth Building
- Social Media & Digital Marketing
- Entrepreneurship & Small Business
- Photography for Social Media
- Fitness & Wellness
- Art & Illustration for Beginners
- Gardening & Sustainable Living
- Creative Writing & Storytelling
We’re seeing strong interest in these key categories:
- DIY & Crafting
- Food & Cooking
- Home Décor & Design
- Personal Development
- Creative Arts
- Entrepreneurship & Business Skills
If you’re teaching in these categories, there’s a high demand for more content. Even if your niche is smaller, there’s a dedicated learner base waiting to hear your expertise.
High Opportunity Areas for New Courses
These areas have seen rapid growth in demand and are great opportunities for coaches to create new, in-demand content. If you have expertise in any of these topics, now is the perfect time to share your knowledge with learners.
1. DIY Crafts & Home Décor
Many people are looking to develop new creative skills they can use to personalize their homes or start small businesses. If you have experience in this area, you could create courses on:
- Creating handmade jewelry or custom clothing.
- DIY home décor projects (e.g., macramé, painting, upcycling furniture).
- Creative holiday crafts (e.g., handmade gifts, decorations).
2. Cooking & Baking for Small Business
With the rise of home-based businesses, cooking and baking courses have huge potential. You can teach:
- How to start a home-based bakery or catering business.
- Meal prep for busy families or special dietary needs (e.g., gluten-free, vegan).
- Baking from home and selling products online or locally.
3. Personal Finance & Small Business Growth
There’s a growing interest in learning how to build financial independence and start small businesses. Courses in this category could include:
- How to budget and save money for entrepreneurs.
- Building an online business from scratch using low-cost tools.
- Financial planning for small business owners and freelancers.
Trending Topics by Category
WeVersity is home to a wide range of learners interested in developing both creative and technical skills. Below are the top topics by category, so you can get an idea of what your learners are looking for:
DIY & Crafts
- Upcycling and recycling crafts.
- Home décor projects: making things like candles, plant pots, or woven wall hangings.
- Crafts for kids or holiday-themed DIYs.
- Personalized gifts: handmade items for special occasions.
Food & Cooking
- Meal prep for busy families or small businesses.
- Cooking for special diets: gluten-free, keto, or vegan cooking.
- Baking classes: cake decoration, pastry-making, and bread-baking.
- Fermentation: pickling, kombucha brewing, or yogurt-making.
Entrepreneurship & Business
- How to turn your hobby into a small business.
- Social media strategies for growing a small brand.
- Business basics for beginners: starting a business from scratch with low capital.
- Freelancing and building a personal brand.
Creative Arts & Illustration
- Digital art for beginners using tools like Procreate or Canva.
- Painting: both traditional and digital techniques.
- Sketching and drawing: tips and techniques for beginners.
- Photography basics for personal or business use.
Personal Development
- Time management for creatives and small business owners.
- Building self-discipline and creating productive routines.
- Mindfulness and stress management for entrepreneurs.
How to Use This Information
Now that you have a sense of what learners are looking for, here’s how you can use this information to grow your coaching business on WeVersity:
- Develop content around high-interest topics: If any of the categories mentioned match your expertise, consider creating a course that meets the growing demand.
- Leverage niche areas: Even if a topic is niche, it can attract highly engaged learners. Consider areas like sustainable living, creative journaling, or home business management.
- Optimize for discoverability: Use the popular keywords from these topics to craft effective course titles and descriptions that learners are searching for.
- Expand into under-served categories: There’s a gap in the market for some creative business areas (e.g., DIY business, home-based catering), and by offering these topics, you can tap into a growing trend.
Weversity continuously updates these insights to reflect the evolving needs of our community. Stay up-to-date on what’s in demand, and let it guide your content creation to ensure you’re meeting learner needs effectively!
