- For classroom courses, you should mention your area so that you could get pointers for the ones nearby.
- The other thing to know beforehand would be current level.
- Is she aware of basic concepts ?
- Is she already using any device - Phone, P&S ... ?
- Do not establish a brand preference unless you get familiar with features, vfm offered by a device bracket etc .
- Be mindful of budget as body and lenses collection can tend to empty pockets at a rapid pace