Take charge of your finances and become skilled in money management.
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Community members and clients are invited to attend our no-cost FEC-300 Series CE offerings and choose a course that is right for them. Read more below.
Courses
FEC-300 Financial Responsibility
This course gives participants the financial literacy skills needed to demonstrate effective financial awareness and responsibility. It covers money management basics, such as savings, spending, and the importance of financial fundamentals in achieving stability.
SYN: #15731
Tuesdays, 8/26-9/30
6:30-7:50 p.m.
Location: TBA
FEC-301 Financial Behavior and Behavior Change
This four-session course equips participants with the skills to explore financial aspirations, examine financial self-perceptions, recognize economic opportunities and aversions, and achieve financial behavior change. It emphasizes self-assessments, financial identity, financial socialization, goal-setting, maximizing income, and the importance of financial behavior change in supporting financial success.
FEC-302 Financial Decision Making
This four-session course equips participants with the skills to make informed financial decisions in various situations, including major purchases, business ownership, investments, and consumer money management. It emphasizes the power of money, the impact of financial mistakes and risks, and the importance of understanding scenarios, financial status, and the broader economy in personal money management.
FEC-303 Credit Improvement Mastery
This five-session course is tailored to empower participants with the knowledge and tools to enhance their credit health. It delves deep into understanding credit reports and scores, offers hands-on experience with credit health diagnostics, and provides actionable strategies to improve credit. Participants will also gain practical experience with debt management tools and learn the benefits of credit-builder loans. Three sessions.
SYN #10239
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9/9-9/16
7 p.m.
Format: Virtual
SYN #10240
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10/7-10/14
7 p.m.
Format: Virtual
SYN #10241
Thursdays, 1/8-1/29*
7 p.m.
Format: Virtual
* Not meeting on 1/15/2026.
FEC-304 Financial Counseling and Coaching Mastery
This five-session course gives participants the financial literacy skills needed to demonstrate effective financial awareness and responsibility. It covers money management basics, such as savings, spending, and the importance of financial fundamentals in achieving stability.
FEC-305 Small Business Counseling and Coaching Mastery
This three-session course is designed to equip aspiring and current small business owners and entrepreneurs with the essential skills and knowledge for successful business leadership and innovation. Through a comprehensive curriculum, participants will delve into the entrepreneurial mindset, financial management, digital tool optimization, and the development of leadership qualities that blend empathy, strategic thinking, and ethical awareness. The course emphasizes fostering a culture of innovation within the business environment, utilizing an ‘internal coach’ approach and Socratic questioning to enhance operational strategies and critical analysis.
FEC-306 Financial Education Competency Modules
This five-session course offers a series of comprehensive modules designed to elevate participants’ financial education competencies. From understanding the nuances of behavioral finance to exploring the therapeutic aspects of financial wellness, these modules provide a holistic view of financial literacy, emphasizing both the practical and psychological dimensions of money management. Three sessions.
SYN: #21627
Mondays, 8/25-9/15*
6:30-8:10 p.m.
Format: Online
SYN: #21628
Mondays, 9/22-10/6
6:30-8:10 p.m.
Format: Online
SYN: #21629
Mondays, 12/3-12/15
6:30-8:10 p.m.
Format: Online
* Not meeting on 9/1/2025.
FEC-307 Small Group Money Management Experience
This immersive, five-session course offers participants a unique small-group experience centered around money management. Through a blend of narrative financial therapy, social media engagement, curated readings, and hands-on toolkit exploration, learners will deepen their understanding of personal finance in a collaborative and supportive environment. Five sessions.
SYN: #10248
Tuesdays, 10/7-11/11*
7-8 p.m.
Format: Online
* Not meeting on 11/4/2025.
FEC-308 IRS VITA Tax Training
This three-session course equips participants with the skills and knowledge required to serve as tax preparers under the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Learners will undergo comprehensive training focusing on tax preparation for low to moderate-income (LMI) community members. The course covers the intricacies of tax laws, privacy measures, and audit procedures, ensuring participants are well-prepared to assist clients effectively. Three sessions.
SYN: #21631
Saturdays, 11/22-12/13*
11 a.m.-12:40 p.m.
Location: CAT Building, Room 215
Saturdays, 1/10-1/24
11 a.m.-12:40 p.m.
* Not meeting on 11/29/2025.
FEC-309 Job and Career Readiness
This course provides participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to counsel clients on all aspects of job and career readiness. Topics covered include identifying career goals, developing a resume and cover letter, preparing for job interviews, networking effectively, and navigating the job market. Five sessions.
SYN: #21632
Wednesdays, 10/1-10/29
7-8 p.m.
Format: Online
Spring 2026 Semester
Wednesdays, 4/1-4/29
7-8 p.m.
Format: Online
FEC-310 Organize Investment Education
This course provides participants with access to a Certified Financial Planner® and a solid foundation in investment principles and strategies. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application, learners will develop the skills necessary to make informed investment decisions.
Contact Information
Heath Carelock
Program Director, Financial Empowerment Center
301-546-5296 | fec@pgcc.edu