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Personal & Family Finance

How do our personal financial habits affect our financial future? How can we make smart decisions with our money in the areas of saving, spending, and investing?

This four-week course introduces students to basic financial habits such as setting financial goals, budgeting, and creating financial plans. Students will learn more about topics such as taxation, financial institutions, credit, and money management. The course also addresses how occupations and educational choices can influence personal financial planning, and how individuals can protect themselves from identity theft.

Course Details

Required Materials

  • LMS Access
  • Standard laptop or desktop computers with Windows or Mac OS
  • High-speed internet connection (Cable, DSL)

Accreditation

Laurel Springs meets the highest standard of academic excellence. We are fully Accredited by the Western Association of Schools & Colleges (WASC) and Cognia. We offer a broad catalog of courses approved by the NCAA Division I & II and the University of California A-G.

Single Course FAQs

  • How do online courses work?

    Students have 24/7 access to their coursework, meaning they can progress academically at any time of day and from anywhere in the world. Whether your child’s love for learning intertwines with their passion for athletics, performing arts, or computer science, our programming fully accommodates their lifestyle.
  • What do students need to be successful in online courses?

    Nothing beats a go-getter attitude! Students at Laurel Springs thrive by embracing independence, mastering time management, and practicing self-discipline. Every child should be prepared to utilize technology and their required course materials, and families are encouraged to take advantage of the tailored support offered by our in-house counselors, admissions team members, and teachers.
  • How will I be charged for single courses?

    After paying your non-refundable application fee, you will have seven days to review your order with an Admissions Coordinator before being charged the remaining balance for course tuition.
  • How diverse is Laurel Springs’ curriculum?

    For over 30 years, we have successfully met the unique needs of students across the world. Our community features college-bound athletes, professional ballerinas, entrepreneurs, theatrical performers, accelerated learners, and every type of student in between. We offer 230+ college-prep courses, 86 world language courses, 60 Honors and AP courses, 169 NCAA-approved courses, and 309 UC a-g-approved courses.

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