I think Options are very important skill in this uncertain market. Everyone should learn it if you want to make money.
For new comers, I will recommend to keep it as simple as possible. Learn the very basic then try 'buy' first and learn how big guys play with the news to influence the price of option. You may very surprise, if you keep it simple you 'could' make a good earning in very short time with very simple strategy! I have couple friends(retired) they only place buy order on option and they make great living. You need to know how SnP500 moves too!