Do you want to take control of your finances and feel more confident managing your money? This course is designed to help you develop your numeracy skills and learn practical strategies for managing your household expenses. You'll gain the tools and knowledge to create a budget, track your spending, and save for your future goals. This course is perfect for anyone who wants to reduce financial stress and gain a better understanding of their finances.
This course covers:
Reviewing your current financial situation, including your income and expenditure
Creating and managing a budget
Sharing and discovering money-saving ideas
Getting financial support and advice
Creating and using a basic table or spreadsheet
To be eligible for this course you must be 19 or over on 31st August prior to the course start date.
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
Ideally, you should be working towards Level 2 Maths.
Your level will be assessed prior to starting your course by taking a BKSB assessment within the college.
You should have a score less than BKSB Functional Maths 2.9.
There is no formal assessment for this course. However, you will create and review your own Individual Learning Plan to track your progress and identify areas for further development.
Further courses in maths or the cost of living
You will not be asked to share or discuss any personal financial information. However, it may be helpful for you to be prepared for this course by having an idea of what you spend on a daily or weekly basis.