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FINANCIAL EDUCATION CURRICULUM FOR ALL CONSUMER AGES

Providing financial knowledge creates wealth in the communities we serve. The following education programs are offered to companies, employers, libraries, military units, faith based and civic groups.
For dates and locations, please refer to our current newsletter.

To schedule a presentation in your local area, please call Fayetteville Toll Free (888) 381-3720 or in Fayetteville call (910) 323-3192.

"Creating Spending Plans"
Covers how to develop a budget, financial goals and savings plan; how to track expenses; monitor your cash flow; and related topics. This program is geared to first time clients as well as clients who need to brush up their budgeting skills.

"Money Power Workshop"
Clients learn to recognize inappropriate attitudes and behaviors toward money and credit, gain practical skills for effective money management and develop new financial habits and improved self-confidence.

"Life After Debt"
Is a Program designed for clients who are nearing completion of a Debt Solver Plan (DSP). This program explains how to check credit reports for zero balances; review previous goals and setting and achieving the next level of goals, such as home buying; discussion of savings and investments. Handouts include additional forms for continued tracking of expenses.

"CCCS Newcomer's Workshop"
Serves to reinforce the information presented in one-on-one counseling sessions. This program explains how to use DSP forms; who to contact if problems arise; how to read CCCS statements; how to examine creditor statements; how to track and manage cash flow so deposits can be made when due.

"MoneySmart Training Program"
This series of ten modules includes Banking Services, Credit and What Home Ownership is all about. Each week will cover a separate module. This FDIC developed adult education program is designed to give adults the basics for household finances.

Instructions for Students

"What is Money"
For pre-elementary school age children, this program shows that money is earned by doing a job and money is spent on wants and needs.

"The Life of a Check"
For elementary school age children, this program helps students understand what a check is and the importance of recording checks and deposits.

"Your Ticket to Ride"
The purpose of this program is to provide high school juniors and seniors with information about buying and maintaining their first car.

"Credit Basics for Students"
The purpose of this program is to educate high school and college students about how to manage money and credit before they get into serious troubles with credit cards and student loans.




CONTACT US
Email: cccsfayetteville@mindspring.com
Toll Free: (888) 381-3720
Mail: P.O. Box 2009, 316 Green Street
Fayetteville, NC 28302


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