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 Avid Pro Tools Training — FAQ

Who

Who should take Avid Pro Tools classes?
Pro Tools courses are ideal for audio engineers, musicians, sound designers, editors, podcasters, filmmakers, and anyone working with professional audio production or post-production.

Are Pro Tools classes beginner-friendly?
Yes. Pro Tools Fundamentals courses (PT101 / PT110) are designed for beginners with no prior Pro Tools experience.

Who teaches the Pro Tools courses?
Classes are taught by certified Avid instructors with professional experience in music production and audio post-production.

Is there group training available for Pro Tools?

Yes. You can see our group and training here. Instruction is available online, in person, or at your facility.

What

What will I learn in Pro Tools training?
You’ll learn session setup, audio recording, editing, MIDI basics, mixing, automation, virtual instruments, plugins, and professional audio workflows.

What makes Pro Tools the industry standard for audio?
Pro Tools is widely used across music production, film, TV, and post-production due to its precision editing, plugin ecosystem, and studio compatibility.

What Pro Tools courses does Manhattan Edit Workshop offer?
MEWShop offers Pro Tools Fundamentals (PT101, PT110) and additional workflow-focused training for audio professionals.

What are some jobs that use Pro Tools in the industry?

Pro Tools is widely used by audio professionals across film, television, music, and digital media. Typical jobs include sound editors, re-recording mixers, dialogue editors, music producers, recording engineers, podcast editors, audio post-production specialists, and composers working in professional studios, post-production houses, broadcast, streaming, and live sound environments.

When

When are Pro Tools classes offered?
Pro Tools courses are scheduled year-round with both in-person NYC and live online options.

How long do Pro Tools courses last?
Most Pro Tools fundamentals courses run 2–3 days, with additional workshops varying by topic

Where

Where are in-person Pro Tools classes held?
In-person Pro Tools training takes place at Manhattan Edit Workshop’s NYC facility in Manhattan.

Can I take Pro Tools classes online?
Yes. Live, instructor-led online Pro Tools classes allow students to participate remotely with real-time instruction. You can see our online requirements here.

Why

Why should I learn Pro Tools instead of another DAW?
Pro Tools is the most widely adopted DAW in professional studios and post-production environments, making it a valuable skill for audio careers.

Why take formal Pro Tools training?
Structured training accelerates learning, reinforces best practices, and prepares students for professional workflows and certification paths.

How

How do I enroll in a Pro Tools course?
Enrollment is available directly through Manhattan Edit Workshop’s Avid training page by selecting a Pro Tools course and date.

How much experience do I need before enrolling?
No prior Pro Tools experience is required for fundamentals courses; advanced training may recommend prior coursework or equivalent experience

In-Person Classes:

119 W 23rd Street, Suite 1000, New York City, NY 10011