In the same way that we can create additional user profile fields, it is also possible to add custom fields to each course. This feature is very useful when we want to assign some descriptive values, such as the course duration or whether it has any accreditation.

We can create and configure these fields according to the usage needs of our organization. To do this, go to Site Administration > Courses > Default Settings > Course Custom Fields.

Depending on the data we want to record, we can:

• Create one or more categories of custom fields with Add a new category
• Choose different types of fields with Add a new custom field
  • Checkbox
  • Date and time
  • Dropdown menu
  • Short text
  • Text area
• Set a default value
• Mark fields as required
• Edit their visibility (Everyone, teachers, nobody)

Where is this additional information displayed?

Depending on the visibility we have set, this data will appear in one place or another. If we have selected EVERYONE, students or any user will have access to it by clicking on the info icon (ℹ️) in the Find Courses section.

Also, if the Course Overview Block is enabled, one of these custom fields can be added as a search filter.

Likewise, in Custom Reports with the source Courses, we can add columns that display this additional information, allowing filtering and sorting of courses based on these custom criteria.

Finally, these fields are available in the Course Settings menu, where any teacher (if permitted) can add or modify the fields accordingly.