# Build an Academy > **Source**: [Wiki](https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy) > >

Get started with building an academy to host and manage your courses. This collections covers the essentials of setting up an academy, assigning courses to learners and setting up events.

## Browse Collection 1. [Academy Overview](https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/mbPKMmektYc-academy-overview.md) (Article) 2. [Set up Academy Login & Home Page](https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/ylbv4cq2lC8-set-up-academy-login-home-page.md) (Video) 3. [Assignment Mode: Assigning Courses to Learner](https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner.md) (Video) 4. [Catalog Mode: Assigning Courses to Learners](https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/4A3pNcJAvR8-catalog-mode-assigning-courses-to-learners.md) (Video) 5. [Training Events in Academy](https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy.md) (Video) --- # VIDEO: Training Events in Academy ## METADATA - id: 8LoMT3iHiOARJn9LOwKsZg - type: video - source: Wiki - content_url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy - collection_url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy ## TRANSCRIPT - time: 00:00 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=0 text: In this video, let's see how to create and manage training events in the Academy's event calendar. - time: 00:05 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=5 text: Click on "Academy" in the navigation bar. - time: 00:08 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=8 text: Select "Training Events" from the dropdown menu. In the Training Events section, click "Create Event." - time: 00:16 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=16 text: Enter the event name by clicking on "Untitled Event." - time: 00:20 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=20 text: In the popup, type the new event name and click "Update." - time: 00:27 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=27 text: Enter a short summary in the "Short Description" field. - time: 00:31 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=31 text: Type a detailed description in the "Description" field. - time: 00:37 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=37 text: Select the appropriate time zone from the "Time Zone" dropdown menu. - time: 00:42 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=42 text: In the form, click the toggle switch to enable displaying the event in the Academy's events tab. - time: 00:50 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=50 text: Click the "Save" button in the top right corner to save your changes. - time: 00:55 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=55 text: In the navigation bar, click on "Upcoming Sessions." - time: 00:59 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=59 text: Click on "Add Session" to create a new session. - time: 01:04 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=64 text: In the settings section, click on the session date to schedule the training session. - time: 01:10 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=70 text: Select a date from the calendar popup to set the session date. - time: 01:14 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=74 text: Enter the session duration in minutes in the provided field. - time: 01:21 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=81 text: Type the session URL where participants will join the virtual meeting. - time: 01:25 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=85 text: Choose an instructor from the dropdown list to conduct the training session. - time: 01:30 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=90 text: Set the maximum number of learners who can register for the session. - time: 01:37 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=97 text: Click the "Save" button in the top right corner of the settings page. - time: 01:44 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=104 text: Click the "Copy Registration Link" button and add it in your marketing emails to share with your learners. - time: 01:52 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=112 text: This is how the Events tab will appear in the academy home page. - time: 01:59 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=119 text: Your learners can view the upcoming events from this page. - time: 02:06 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=126 text: And register to the event. - time: 02:08 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=128 text: Once registered, they will receive a confirmation email from Trainn. - time: 02:13 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=133 text: They can save the event to their calendar and they'll also receive reminder emails from Trainn. - time: 02:19 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=139 text: Thanks for watching. - time: 02:21 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy?start_time=141 text: If you have any queries, please contact support@trainn.co ## SUMMARY ### **Overview** Trainn allows you to schedule and manage **Training Events** directly within your Academy. You can create landing pages for event registrations such as webinars or virtual instructor-led training programs. These events can be listed as quick links on your academy home page for easy learner registration to upcoming events. **Step 1: Access the Training Events Section** 1. Click on **Academy** in the navigation bar. 2. Select **Training Events** from the drop-down menu. **Step 2: Create a New Event** 1. In the Training Events section, click **Create Event**. 2. Enter the **event name** click **Update**. 3. Enter a short summary in the **Short Description** field. 4. Type a detailed description in the **Description** field. 5. Select the appropriate time zone from the **Time Zone** drop-down menu. 6. Click the toggle switch to enable displaying the event in the Academy's Events tab. 7. Click the **Save** button in the top right corner to save your changes. **Step 3: Schedule a Training Session** 1. In the navigation bar, click on **Upcoming Sessions**. 2. Click on **Add Session** to create a new session. 3. In the Settings section, click on the session date to schedule the training session. 4. Select a date from the calendar pop-up to set the session date. 5. Enter the session duration in minutes in the provided field. 6. Type the session URL where participants will join the virtual meeting. 7. Choose an instructor from the drop-down list to conduct the training session. 8. Set the maximum number of learners who can register for the session. 9. Click the **Save** button in the top right corner of the Settings page. **Step 4: Share the Event** 1. Click the **Copy Registration Link** button. 2. Add the link in your marketing emails to share with your learners. ### **Key Notes:** - **Event Visibility** : Only if you enable " **Display this event in Academy"** will appear to your learners. - **Reminders** : Trainn will send automated reminders (as configured) before the event start time. - **No Limit on Events** : You can create unlimited Training Events. - **Learner Access** : Training Events are visible to all Academy learners. - **Recordings Not Automatic** : Events are not recorded by Trainn; if you want to share a recording, manually upload it later as a new lesson. ### **Use Cases for Training Events:** - Onboarding new customers with live walkthroughs. - Hosting feature-specific webinars. - Running monthly Q&A or office hour sessions. ### **Best Practices for Successful Training Events** - **Announce events early** to give learners time to register. - Use a **clear, benefit-driven title** and description. - Upload a relevant, high-quality **cover image**. - Share post-event recordings as on-demand lessons for future learners. - Run **recurring Training Events** (like monthly office hours) to maintain regular engagement.