Training...education in screen printing

I was wanting to know if anyone had taken any of the classes that are offered, vis a vi Lawson/Grendael/Ryonet/PressAPrint.
I am looking at getting into screen printing, and I want to get a very good education before I start to buy equipment...
I am also looking at adding pad printing for the local clubs.

Any and ALL help/information/advice is appreciated! :)