Do you need to be a complete beginner to take an online course?
Absolutely not.
Sometimes experienced people learn the most because new knowledge challenges the way they've always done things.

Do you need to be a complete beginner to take an online course?
Absolutely not.
Sometimes experienced people learn the most because new knowledge challenges the way they've always done things.
You have one hour tonight to learn a new leather skill.
What are you choosing?
Identification?
Cleaning?
Colour matching?
Repairs?
Handbags?