The Independent Advantage program is a series of financial courses for high school students. In a relaxed and fun environment, IA students learn about modern financial concepts. These skills are critical to well-rounded adult life. Independent Advantage graduates are set up with real-world tools for real-world finances.
Independent Advantage will educate your teen on:
Independent Advantage graduates are set up with real world-tools for real-world finances. Upon completion of the courses series graduates receive:
But the benefits of Independent Advantage don't only come in the classroom. IA also provides:
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Use the calendar below to find a class for your teen today!
Each course consists of four sessions spread over the course of four weeks. You can choose between in-person sessions at our Burbank branch* or virtual sessions over Zoom. Please do not sign up for both in-person and virtual sessions for the same month as the same content will be covered in both venues.
Classes are free. Students must open a savings account with the Credit Union before the first course. Click here to open an IA savings account.
In-Person Instruction**
Tuesdays (5:15 pm - 7:30 pm)
June 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
Virtual (via Zoom)
Wednesdays (4:30 pm - 6:30 pm)
June 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
In-Person Instruction**
Tuesdays (12:00 pm - 2:00 pm)
July 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
Virtual (via Zoom)
Wednesdays (4:30 pm - 6:30 pm)
July 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st
In-Person Instruction**
Tuesdays (5:15 pm - 7:30 pm)
September 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
Virtual (via Zoom)
Wednesdays (4:30 pm - 6:30 pm)
September 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
In-Person Instruction**
Tuesdays (5:15 pm - 7:30 pm)
October 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd
Virtual (via Zoom)
Wednesdays (4:30pm - 6:30pm)
October 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd
In-Person Instruction**
Tuesdays (5:15 pm - 7:30 pm)
November 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
Virtual (via Zoom)
Wednesdays (4:30pm - 6:30pm)
November 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
*In-person courses are subject to CDC guidelines. If necessary, these courses may be rescheduled to meet virtually.
**In-person classes will be taught at our Burbank branch.