A Roof Over Your Head
Helps students informed choices about renting their first apartment and determine their readiness to have a space of their own.
Financial Education for Young Adults
The FDIC - Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation developed the Money Smart for Young Adults curriculum to help youth ages 12-20 learn the basics of handling their finances. Money Smart for Young Adults consists of eight instructor-led modules. Each module includes a fully scripted instructor guide, participant guide, PowerPoint slides, and five optional computer-based scenarios that allow students to complete realistic exercises.
We have provided the curriculum for direct download below. The modules below are for self-paced study or instructor-led classes. For individual self-study, simply download the participant guide. For educators, download all the materials including instructor guide and presentation slide.
Bank On It
Introduces students to the services banks offer and how to open an account.
Borrowing Basics
Helps students decide when and how to use credit, how to use credit appropriately, and what forms of credit best suit their needs.
Charge It Right
Teaches students how to shop for and use a credit card responsibly.
Check It Out
Gives students the skills needed to correctly use a checking account.
Pay Yourself First
Helps students understand the importance of saving money. Describes savings and investment options.
Paying for College and Cars
Describes the characteristics of consumer installment loans, including car loans and student loans, and how students can determine which loans are best for their needs.
Setting Financial Goals
Shows students how to prepare and follow a personal spending plan.
More educator resources from FDIC are available here.