1. Instructor Requirements

Before creating a course, ensure you meet our minimum standards:

  • You must have clear knowledge or experience in the subject you are teaching
  • You must be able to deliver lessons in simple, structured language
  • You must upload original content (no copyright violations)
  • Your videos, audio, slides, and text must follow our quality requirements
  • You agree to Joche Academy’s commission and payment terms

If needed, our team can help you refine your ideas before publishing.

2. Course Quality Standards

Video Quality

  • Minimum resolution: 720p, recommended 1080p
  • Clear audio with minimal background noise
  • Good lighting and stable camera
  • Use slides, screen recordings, or demonstrations when needed

    • Teaching Style

    Your teaching should be:

    • Clear
    • Organized
    • Beginner friendly
    • Engaging
    • Practical and real-world focused

    Structure

    Courses must have:

    • A clear learning goal
    • Modules broken into well-organized lessons
    • Quizzes or assignments (recommended)
    • A final summary or conclusion

    Minimum Course Requirements

  • Minimum 30 minutes of content
  • At least 5 lessons
  • Original content only (no downloading and re-uploading from other platforms)
  • Accurate course descriptions and titles

    • 3. How to Create a Course

    Step 1 - Log In

    Log in to your instructor account at Joche Academy.

    Step 2 - Go to Your Instructor Dashboard

    On the top right menu, click:

    Instructor Dashboard → Courses

    Then click Add New Course.

    Step 3 - Add Course Title

    Choose a clear, student-friendly title.

    Examples:

    • Professional Writing for Beginners
    • Digital Marketing Essentials
    • Data Analytics with Excel
    • Communication Skills for the Workplace

    Avoid confusing, overly long titles.

    Step 4 - Write the Course Description

    Your description must include:

    • What students will learn
    • Who the course is for
    • Requirements (if any)
    • Why the course is valuable
    • Real world applications

    Keep it simple and professional.

    Step 5 - Set Course Categories & Tags

    Choose accurate categories so students can find your course easily.

    Examples:

    • Communication Skills
    • IT & Cloud
    • HR & Workplace Culture
    • AI & Data

    4. Creating Course Content

    4.1 Add Lessons

    Each lesson should be:

    • Short (3 to 10 minutes preferred)
    • Focused on one specific topic
    • Practical, with examples

    You can add:

    • Video lessons
    • Text-based lessons
    • PDFs or downloadable materials
    • Audio lessons
    • Slides

    4.2 Uploading Videos

    Supported formats:

    • MP4
    • MOV
    • AVI

    Maximum size depends on your instructor account limits. For large videos, compress using tools like HandBrake

    4.3 Adding Quizzes

    Quizzes increase student engagement and help them retain information.

    You can add:

    • Multiple choice questions
    • True/false
    • Short answer

    At least one quiz is recommended per course.

    4.4 Adding Assignments or Projects

    Assignments help students apply what they learned.

    Examples:

    • Write a professional email
    • Create a short marketing plan
    • Practice a communication scenario
    • Build a spreadsheet

    5. Course Images & Branding

    Your course needs a professional-looking thumbnail.

    Thumbnail Requirements

    • 1280 x 720 pixels
    • Clear title, readable text
    • High-quality image
    • No blurry or copyrighted images

    We can assist with creating thumbnails if needed.

    6. Publishing Your Course

    Step 1 - Click “Submit for Review”

    Our team will:

    • Check quality
    • Verify originality
    • Ensure correct structure
    • Confirm compliance with platform standards

    Step 2 - Fix Any Requested Changes

    If our team requests adjustments, make the edits and resubmit.

    Step 3 - Course Approval

    Once approved, your course will go live on Joche Academy.

    7. Pricing, Payments & Revenue

    Course Pricing

    Instructors can set their own price or choose a recommended price.

    Recommended pricing structure:

    • Basic Courses: 5,000 Naira - 50,000 Naira
    • Standard Courses: 50,000 Naira -100,000
    • Professional Courses: From 100,000 Naira

    Revenue Share

  • Instructor receives 80 percent of sales
  • Joche Academy receives 20 percent to support platform hosting, marketing, and maintenance

    • Payment Schedule

    Instructors are paid monthly via:

    • Bank transfer
    • Paypal
    • Other supported methods based on your country

    A minimum payout threshold may apply.

    8. Updating and Maintaining Your Course

    To keep your course active and relevant, we recommend:

    • Updating content every 6 to 12 months
    • Adding new lessons when the industry changes
    • Responding to student questions
    • Fixing outdated or incorrect lessons

    Courses that remain fresh gain more students and higher reviews.

    9. Instructor Support

    Joche Academy provides:

    • Email support
    • WhatsApp or community support (if active)
    • Technical help with uploads
    • Thumbnail design assistance
    • Guidance for new instructors

    We want to make teaching easy and enjoyable for you.

    10. Instructor Code of Conduct

    All instructors must:

    • Respect all students
    • Deliver accurate and ethical teaching
    • Avoid discrimination, offensive content, or harmful advice
    • Follow global copyright laws
    • Use only original or licensed content

    Failure to follow these rules may result in course removal.

    11. Frequently Asked Questions

    Q: Can I upload the same course I have on Udemy or another platform?

    Yes, if you own the rights to the content.

    Q: How long does course approval take?

    Typically 24 to 72 hours.

    Q: Can I teach any subject?

    As long as it complies with our content policy.

    Q: Can I publish multiple courses?

    Yes, there is no limit.

    Q: Do I need to appear on camera?

    No. Slides + voice-over are acceptable.

    12. Final Tips for Creating a Great Course

    • Speak clearly and slowly
    • Structure lessons logically
    • Use real life examples
    • Keep students engaged
    • Add downloadable resources
    • Start with simpler topics, move to advanced
    • Test your audio and video before uploading

    The more value your course provides, the more students you attract.

    Need Help?

    If you need assistance with:

    • Course ideas
    • Video production
    • Slides
    • Thumbnails
    • Course structure
    • Editing your lessons

    Our support team is available to help you succeed.