Borrowing Basics for Grades 10 – 12
This insightful course encourages high school students to delve into the multifaceted world of credit. We illuminate the myriad forms of borrowing, such as lines of credit, student loans, credit cards, overdraft protection, and even the complexities of payday loans. By comparing and contrasting these credit forms, students gain a comprehensive understanding of their nuances. We engage in in-depth discussions on the advantages and potential pitfalls of using credit, offering a balanced perspective. The course culminates with practical guidance on how to apply for credit, ensuring students are well-equipped to navigate the credit landscape with confidence and acuity.
Free Online Course
On-Demand
Money Mentors' free online courses are available on-demand 24/7 to everyone and make it easy to learn about personal finance at your own pace. Access financial education courses online using the steps below:
New User
- Visit the Money Mentors portal to set up your account by clicking ‘Start Free Course’ below.
- Click ‘Not a member’ and enter your first name, last name, and email address and click ‘Sign Up’.
- You will receive a welcome email with your username and a link to the site where you will set up your password.
- Once in the Money Mentors portal, you can access educational modules by clicking ‘myTrailhead’ in the left navigation.
- Click ‘Start Free Course’ below.
- Complete this course and earn a badge.
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Please note: if using a public computer, you need to login with your credentials each time.
Thank you for being a valued user of our Learning Management System (LMS). We sincerely
appreciate the time, effort, and enthusiasm you have invested in learning with us. Unfortunately,
our LMS provider has stopped supporting the program, consequently, the system will no longer be
available as of June 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM midnight. We understand the important role this platform has played in your learning
experience and appreciate your understanding during this transition. We are excited to share that
a new and enhanced Learning Management System will launch in Fall 2026. Our new
platform will be
more interactive, engaging, and user-friendly — designed to make learning more dynamic and
enjoyable than ever before.
We look forward to welcoming you back in Fall 2026 for this exciting new chapter!
Thank you again for learning with us.
Important Notice to Our Online Education Users
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Related Activities
- Forms of Credit
- Calculating Simple Interest
- Analyzing Credit Reports
- Picking Your Credit Card
- Reading a Credit Card Statement
- Borrowing Basics Kahoot!
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