Personal Financial Literacy*

Personal Financial Literacy focuses on four critical areas: (1) designing and analyzing financial plans for short and long-term goals; (2) analyzing spending, saving, and investment options; (3) analyzing the components of credit and debt; and (4) identifying, developing, and evaluating risk-management strategies. The course emphasizes the analytical and evaluation skills to become “fiscally fit.” These concepts and associated skills are aligned with the Colorado Academic Standards for Social Studies, incorporating 21st century skills and postsecondary and workforce readiness. * Fulfills the PFL graduation requirement

Course Information

Course Subject
Course Number
SS1440
Course Duration
1 Semester
Course Credit
0.5
Longmont High School