🌙 Islam: Fundamentals for New and Returning Muslims
A gentle, step-by-step introduction to the core beliefs and practices of Islam for anyone learning the basics.
Last updated: June 2026
A gentle, step-by-step introduction to the core beliefs and practices of Islam for anyone learning the basics. The course is organized into 10 modules, ending with a final exam (pass mark 80%). It is independent, free exam-preparation training — not an official or accredited review course.
What you'll learn
- Welcome: How to Begin Learning Islam
- The Shahada: The Testimony of Faith
- The Five Pillars of Islam
- The Six Articles of Faith
- Tawhid and the Basics of Aqeedah
- Wudu: How to Make Ablution
- Salah: How to Pray Step by Step
- The Quran, the Sunnah, and the Prophet's Life
- Akhlaq, Manners, Halal and Haram
- Your Next Steps: Living as a New Muslim
Learning objectives
- Understand the meaning of the Shahada (testimony of faith) and what entering Islam involves.
- Identify and explain the Five Pillars of Islam and the Six Articles of Faith.
- Grasp the concept of Tawhid (the oneness of Allah) and the basics of sound belief (aqeedah).
- Perform Wudu (ablution) and the five daily prayers (Salah) step by step.
- Recognize the Quran and the Sunnah as the two primary sources of Islam and know the Prophet's life in brief.
- Apply key Islamic manners (akhlaq) and understand the basics of halal and haram.
- Approach common new-Muslim challenges with confidence, practicing gradually and seeking qualified guidance.