Thanks to the TD Charitable Foundation, Northern Essex Community College will provide a free one-semester financial literacy course this summer for non-native adult English language learners.
All classes will be held at NECC Riverwalk, 360 Merrimack St., Lawrence.
In addition to needing to improve their English language and literacy skills, many newcomers have little knowledge or experience with financial systems in the U.S. Financial education fosters financial stability for individuals, families, and entire communities. Individuals who are educated about credit and banking services are more likely to increase their savings, buy homes, and improve their financial health and well-being.
Students will learn about money management, banking, credit, debt, home financing, and loans while practicing listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. By integrating new media tools into the curriculum the teacher will engage the students by making unfamiliar financial concepts as concrete as possible.
Additionally, through a partnership with Lawrence CommunityWorks – Lawrence Financial Stability Center (LFSC) will provide an Introductory Financial Education Workshop to participants. Workshop elements include Getting Started: Introduction to Basic Money Management; The Relationship between Employment and Earning Power; Spending Smart; and All about Credit.
For additional information contact Irene Chalek, Executive Director, Center for Adult Education Programs and Practitioners, Northern Essex Community College, at ichalek@necc.mass.edu or call 978-659-1271.
