This course teaches the principles and techniques required for consistently executing intraday trading strategies. Learners explore market behavior, technical setups, liquidity patterns, volatility management, and real-time decision frameworks used by active traders. The course emphasizes discipline, risk control, and psychological resilience within fast-paced environments. Designed for aspiring and intermediate day traders, it equips learners with practical tools to improve timing, accuracy, and performance in short-term trading.

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Skills & learning objectives

There are 13 modules in this class


  • Definition of Day TradingUnlock this class to watch4m 42s
  • Comparing Day Trading, Swing Trading & InvestingUnlock this class to watch1m 19s
  • Regulation of FINRAUnlock this class to watch1m 11s
  • History and Evolution of Day TradingUnlock this class to watch2m 22s
  • Characteristics of Successful Day TradersUnlock this class to watch2m 35s
  • Essential Tools for Successful Day TradersUnlock this class to watch2m
  • The Problems with Day TradingUnlock this class to watch1m 55s
  • Choose the Best Markets for Day TradingUnlock this class to watch1m 16s
  • Importance and Benefits of Day TradingUnlock this class to watch2m 4s
  • Risks and Challenges in Day TradingUnlock this class to watch2m 9s

  • Overview of the Financial MarketUnlock this class to watch1m 39s
  • Key Market ParticipantsUnlock this class to watch2m 55s
  • Types of Financial Instruments for Day TradingUnlock this class to watch2m 43s

  • Price Action and Market MovementsUnlock this class to watch1m 54s
  • Understanding Market Orders and Types of OrdersUnlock this class to watch1m 48s
  • Liquidity and VolatilityUnlock this class to watch1m 30s
  • Bid-Ask SpreadUnlock this class to watch1m 36s
  • Leverage and MarginUnlock this class to watch1m 41s

  • Basics of Technical AnalysisUnlock this class to watch3m 57s
  • Chart Types and PatternsUnlock this class to watch2m 43s
  • Key Technical IndicatorsUnlock this class to watch7m

  • ScalpingUnlock this class to watch1m 57s
  • Momentum TradingUnlock this class to watch1m 27s
  • Breakout TradingUnlock this class to watch2m 40s
  • Reversal TradingUnlock this class to watch1m 21s
  • Gap-and-Go TradingUnlock this class to watch1m 6s
  • Range TradingUnlock this class to watch2m 5s
  • News-Based TradingUnlock this class to watch1m 15s

  • Algorithmic and High-Frequency TradingUnlock this class to watch1m 30s
  • Statistical Arbitrage in Day TradingUnlock this class to watch48s
  • Pair Trading StrategyUnlock this class to watch2m 13s
  • VWAP and TWAP StrategiesUnlock this class to watch1m 20s

  • Importance of Risk ManagementUnlock this class to watch1m 54s
  • Setting Stop Losses and Take ProfitsUnlock this class to watch1m 16s
  • Position SizingUnlock this class to watch2m 44s
  • Creating a Trading PlanUnlock this class to watch1m 23s

  • Emotional Control and Risk ManagementUnlock this class to watch1m 38s
  • Overcome Common Psychological PitfallsUnlock this class to watch41s

  • Order Execution TechniquesUnlock this class to watch1m
  • Real-Time Market AnalysisUnlock this class to watch1m 12s
  • Monitoring Trades and PositionsUnlock this class to watch1m 16s

  • Understanding Market RegulationsUnlock this class to watch5m 38s
  • Legal Aspects of Day TradingUnlock this class to watch2m 9s
  • Ethical Trading PracticesUnlock this class to watch2m 31s

  • Successful Day Trading Case StudiesUnlock this class to watch4m 11s
  • Analysis of Failed TradesUnlock this class to watch2m 52s
  • Lessons Learned from Real-World TradingUnlock this class to watch2m 31s

  • Day Trading as a Full-Time CareerUnlock this class to watch8m 47s
  • Continuous Learning and DevelopmentUnlock this class to watch2m 3s
  • Adapting to Technological AdvancementsUnlock this class to watch1m 45s
  • Building a Personal Trading ModelUnlock this class to watch2m 30s
  • ClosingUnlock this class to watch1m 2s

Final exam

Assess your learning with a final exam covering all class topics.

This class is part of the following certifications

Issued by Capital Academy and the American University in Dubai (AUD)
AI & Algo Trading Certification (AIAT)

AI & Algo Trading Certification (AIAT)

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The course aims to provide learners with a comprehensive foundation in day trading, covering market mechanics, strategies, risk management, trading psychology, execution skills, and regulatory considerations.
The course is designed for aspiring traders and finance professionals seeking practical skills to analyze markets, execute disciplined intraday trades, and build a sustainable trading career.
The modules cover market structure, orders, bid-ask spreads, leverage principles, chart types, pattern recognition, and key indicators such as RSI and MACD for intraday trading.
The course explains scalping, momentum, breakout, reversal, gap-and-go, range trading, and news-based strategies, supported with examples to demonstrate practical application.
Learners will acquire skills in position sizing, stop-loss design, volatility control, emotional discipline, avoiding cognitive biases, and creating a consistent personal trading plan.

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