Matts right. If you have already made the decision to start with wfp then it is much quicker to do it all.
Many on here think you should get traditional experience under your belt so you have the skills in case needed, other have said a wfp course is invaluable.
Its horses for courses and whats right for others may not suit you.
Personally, I would just go wfp straight away. Get yourself on a BWCA day course and practice like mad on family and neighbours before you go for it.
Good luck whatever you decide.
Sarah