NA141 Creating a Path to Self-Sufficiency through Native Integrated Asset Building Strategies
Successful Native financial education and asset-building programs often combine various strategies, programs and institutions to serve the diverse needs of their communities. This one-day course provides an introduction to a variety of institutions and development services related to entrepreneurship, basic financial education, homeownership and other strategies. Specific asset building strategies like Individual Development Accounts, Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) outreach and free tax preparation are highlighted within this framework. Students learn how to link these services to help their clients achieve a wide range of financial goals such as debt reduction and better savings and spending habits to improve self-sufficiency. Learn to expand the reach of your development services/asset building efforts in your community through broader partnerships and multiple entry points.

Course length: 1 Days

Tuition: $ 250

Course counts toward a professional certificate: No