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Wish you had more money but don’t know where to start? Want to learn how to invest or improve your everyday life skills? This 12-month course combines money management, investing and practical life skills—with step-by-step support from a personal finance expert throughout. How does the course work? The course is fully online, self-paced to fit around existing commitments and can be started anytime. Each week includes a short video and a practical (but theoretical!) task (or a recipe to follow) taking around an hour in total. The course material is delivered via your online account on our website and we're on hand to answer any questions. We’re an Approved Activity Provider (AAP) for the Skills section of The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. Once you’ve completed the course, we’ll submit your personalised assessor’s report on your eDofE account and send you a certificate of achievement. What does the course cover? Part One: Money Management You’ll learn: • How to choose the best bank accounts and create a budget. • How to be a savvy shopper and save money on everyday costs. • How to earn extra income from a side hustle. • What to know about owning a car and buying your first property. Part Two: Investing in Shares You’ll learn: • The basics of owning shares and how to make a profit. • How to build a balanced investment portfolio. • How to research and analyse which shares and funds to buy. • How to take part in a virtual investment challenge to see if you can make a profit! Part Three: Life Skills You’ll learn: • How to manage your time more effectively. • How to negotiate and communicate with confidence. • How to write a great CV to help you land your first job. • How to cook a range of simple & tasty recipes.