Fast launch of an e‑learning (LMS) platform on WordPress
Want to publish courses quickly without a large initial investment? A classic LMS on WordPress + a proven plugin (TutorLMS or any WordPress LMS system) lets you sell courses, track progress and automate access — with full data ownership.
Why a classic WordPress LMS?
- SpeedGo live in days / weeks (Starter)
- CostLower than SaaS enterprise / headless builds
- EcosystemVast plugin library: payments, reports, gamification
- ControlStudent & transaction data stays with you
- FlexibilityAdd membership, upsell, bundles as you grow
- MonetizationOne‑off purchases, subscriptions, bundles
- Migration readyFuture shift to headless (Next.js) preserved content
# Who is this for?
- Launching first courses (educational MVP)
- Migrating from external platforms (Teachable / Thinkific / Udemy)
- Training companies needing access control
- Selling bundles + cross‑selling downloadable assets
- Seeking low entry cost with scalability
# What I deliver exactly
Complete LMS platform ready to sell courses:-
WordPress + LMS (LearnDash / TutorLMS / other) install & setup
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Structure: categories, courses, modules, lessons
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Quizzes, assignments, grading, certificates
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Payments: WooCommerce or native gateways
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User roles (student, instructor)
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Drip content scheduling
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Student dashboard: progress & notifications
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GA4 / Tag Manager / basic events
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Cache + image/video thumbnail optimization
# Key business outcomes
- Faster time‑to‑market → earlier course revenue
- Full margin (no SaaS platform commissions)
- Higher LTV via subscriptions / bundles
- Better user segmentation (tags / roles)
- Automated access (drip, completion unlocks)
- Content scalability without stack change
# Starter – what works “out of the box”
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Course / lesson / module structure
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Quizzes / grading / PDF certificates
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One‑off sales + coupons
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Optional subscriptions (WooCommerce / Membership)
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Drip / scheduled content release
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Student dashboard: progress, completed lessons
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Payments: PayNow / bank transfer / cash on delivery
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Optional: Stripe / PayU / Przelewy24 / BLIK
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Basic analytics (GA4 + course events)
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Responsive theme (mobile-first)
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Cache + media lazy load
Classic LMS architecture
Layers & elements:
- WordPress + LMS plugin (TutorLMS or any WordPress LMS system)
- Theme (Kadence / custom block / premium) + child theme
- Functional plugins (payments, membership, certificates)
- Cache / CDN (LiteSpeed / WP Rocket + Cloudflare)
- MySQL database (courses, users, progress)
Benefit: Single admin layer – fast content iteration.
# Implementation & cooperation options
| Option | Description | Pricing (net)* | Time | Ideal for |
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| Platform Starter | LMS install + course setup, proven theme (free/premium), basic branding (colors, logo, typography). | 1,313 – 1,688 € | Up to 7 days | Fast launch with initial courses. |
| Starter + Personalization | Theme extensions, extra blocks, refined lesson UX, extended payments / membership setup. | 1,688 – 2,438 € | 1–2 weeks | Companies seeking added flexibility & bundles. |
| Dedicated LMS | Custom block theme from UI/UX design or spec. Modular code for future integrations (API / headless). | From 2,813 € | 3–4 weeks | Brands needing full differentiation / custom flows. |
- *Net prices + VAT. Paid licenses (theme / premium LMS plugins) quoted separately.
- Future migration to headless frontend (Next.js) possible.
# Implementation process
- Consultation (≈30 min)
- Content / migration / feature scope analysis
- Plugin, theme, payment model selection
- Course, access, payment configuration + tests
- Launch + admin training + first enrollment check
# Use Case Scenarios
Medical industry online store & course website. An educational platform for doctors and pharmacists, with the ability to purchase courses online. The site is integrated with Stripe payment system, as well as a booking system for training courses.
Check live website: kursymedyczne.online
Launch your online learning platform.
Choose an option and start selling knowledge.
First step: free consultation & LMS selection.
*Net prices + VAT. Timeline depends on delivery of materials (lessons, videos, quizzes). Premium LMS/theme licenses billed separately.
