Financial Literacy Fundamentals

Financial Literacy Fundamentals

$69.99
★★★★★ (198 reviews)

Course Description

The Financial Literacy Fundamentals course is designed for beginners who want to develop a solid understanding of personal finance concepts. This comprehensive introduction covers all the essential topics you need to make informed financial decisions and build a secure financial future.

What You'll Learn

  • Understanding income, expenses, assets, and liabilities
  • Creating and managing a personal budget
  • Banking basics and account types
  • Credit scores and how to build good credit
  • Debt management strategies
  • Introduction to saving and investing
  • Insurance fundamentals
  • Taxes and income planning

Who This Course is For

This course is perfect for:

  • Young adults just starting their financial journey
  • People who never received formal financial education
  • Anyone looking to build confidence in managing their money
  • Those who want to understand financial terminology and concepts
  • Parents wanting to teach their children about money

Course Features

  • 10 comprehensive modules with 40+ video lessons
  • Financial literacy glossary and cheat sheets
  • Practical exercises and quizzes
  • Financial calculators and tools
  • Real-world examples and case studies
  • Access to private community for support
  • Certificate of completion
  • Lifetime access including all future updates

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Financial Foundations

4 lessons (35 minutes)
  • What is Financial Literacy?
  • Money Mindset and Financial Values
  • Setting SMART Financial Goals
  • Income, Expenses, Assets, and Liabilities

Module 2: Budgeting Basics

5 lessons (50 minutes)
  • Why Budgeting Matters
  • Income and Expense Tracking
  • Different Budgeting Methods
  • Creating Your First Budget
  • Budget Maintenance and Adjustments

Module 3: Banking Fundamentals

4 lessons (40 minutes)
  • Types of Financial Institutions
  • Checking and Savings Accounts
  • Online Banking and Mobile Apps
  • Avoiding Fees and Maximizing Benefits

Module 4: Credit and Borrowing

5 lessons (55 minutes)
  • What is Credit and Why It Matters
  • Credit Reports and Scores Explained
  • Building and Improving Credit
  • Types of Loans and Credit
  • Responsible Borrowing Strategies

Module 5: Debt Management

4 lessons (45 minutes)
  • Good Debt vs. Bad Debt
  • Debt Repayment Strategies
  • Dealing with Debt Collectors
  • Avoiding Debt Traps

Module 6: Saving Fundamentals

4 lessons (40 minutes)
  • The Power of Saving
  • Emergency Funds
  • Saving for Short and Medium Term Goals
  • Savings Accounts and Alternatives

Module 7: Introduction to Investing

4 lessons (45 minutes)
  • Why Invest?
  • Understanding Risk and Return
  • Common Investment Vehicles
  • Starting Your Investment Journey

Module 8: Insurance Basics

4 lessons (40 minutes)
  • Why Insurance Matters
  • Types of Insurance
  • How to Choose the Right Coverage
  • Common Insurance Mistakes to Avoid

Module 9: Taxes Explained

3 lessons (35 minutes)
  • Income Tax Basics
  • Tax Credits and Deductions
  • Tax Planning Strategies

Module 10: Putting It All Together

3 lessons (35 minutes)
  • Creating Your Financial Plan
  • Life Events and Financial Adjustments
  • Resources for Continued Learning

Meet Your Instructor

Emily Rodriguez

Emily Rodriguez

Financial Educator & Certified Financial Literacy Instructor

Emily Rodriguez has dedicated her career to making financial education accessible to everyone. With over 10 years of experience in financial education, she has taught financial literacy to thousands of students from diverse backgrounds and age groups.

Before joining FinanceWise Academy, Emily worked as a financial counselor and educator at a community nonprofit, where she developed financial literacy programs for schools, community centers, and corporate workplaces. Her teaching approach focuses on breaking down complex financial concepts into easy-to-understand lessons that anyone can apply.

Emily holds a Bachelor's in Education from UCLA and is certified as a Financial Literacy Instructor by the National Financial Educators Council. She is passionate about empowering individuals through financial knowledge and believes that financial literacy should be accessible to everyone regardless of their background or current financial situation.

Student Reviews

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Alex K.

February 8, 2024
★★★★★

As someone who never learned about finances growing up, this course was exactly what I needed. Emily explains everything so clearly and without making you feel stupid for not knowing. I finally understand credit scores and have started building my emergency fund. Worth every penny!

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Samantha P.

January 22, 2024
★★★★★

This course should be mandatory in schools! I'm 28 and just now learning these crucial financial concepts. The section on credit was especially eye-opening. I've already recommended this to several friends who are also trying to get their finances in order.

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Robert M.

December 15, 2023
★★★★☆

Great introduction to personal finance. The content is very accessible and well-organized. I only wish there were more in-depth examples for some of the more complex topics. That said, I feel much more confident about managing my money now, and the community has been very helpful for follow-up questions.