Online Class: Retirement Tips

From deciding when to retire to what to fill your time with after you do, this course hits all the high points on the road to retirement and doesn't even stop there.

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  • 13
    Lessons
  • 14
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 147
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 6
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.6
    CEUs
 
 

Course Description

Crafting Your Golden Years: A Life Beyond the Office

Picture it: a golden horizon, marked not by work deadlines but by opportunities to explore, learn, and relish the simple joys of life. This is the promise of retirement. Yet, as you embark on this new chapter, it’s essential to understand that it's a transition from work, not from the vibrant tapestry of life itself.

For many, the very term "retirement" evokes dreams of sun-kissed beaches, endless relaxation, and the luxury of time. While these delightful musings have their place, retirement also comes with its own set of responsibilities, challenges, and opportunities. Think of it as a full-time commitment to the most important project yet: yourself.

Whether you're a forward-thinker who began strategizing for retirement early in your career or you've had an epiphany at 60 about the approaching golden years, it's never too late or too early to start planning. The cornerstone of an enriching retirement lies in acknowledging your starting point, embracing the journey, and being transparent about your aspirations and limitations.

In today’s dynamic world, the definition of 'retirement' is continually evolving. Gone are the days of binary transitions from work to complete relaxation. With the advent of modern technology, many are seeking a blend, with flexible work engagements or pursuing passions that were once sidelined. Our course respects all paths, focusing on ensuring a retirement that's independent of mandatory work, yet rich in optional pursuits.

It's undeniable: sacrifices and choices will shape your path to retirement. You might have to tighten your belt, endure a few more years in a challenging job, or even navigate the turbulent waters of workplace politics. While it's tempting to fixate on the negatives, we encourage a paradigm shift. Instead of viewing them as burdens, see them as choices steering you towards a fulfilling retirement.

Envision the boundless potential retirement brings: diving deep into novels, embarking on thrilling travels, indulging in creative ventures, or even attempting that stand-up comedy gig you've always dreamt of! Throughout our prime years, responsibilities often eclipse our true desires. Retirement is the perfect canvas to paint those dreams.

By anchoring your retirement vision in pursuits that genuinely ignite your passion, the journey becomes less about sacrifice and more about choices that pave the way to a fulfilling life. This positive mindset not only makes the preparatory phase more enjoyable but also allows you to embrace retirement with vigor and zest.

From financial planning and health considerations to rediscovering lost hobbies and spending quality time with loved ones, we guide you step-by-step. Remember, it's not about counting down to retirement; it's about making every moment of the journey, and the retirement itself, count. Embrace the adventure, plan with purpose, and let’s create a retirement story that resonates with joy, fulfillment, and unparalleled freedom.

  • Completely Online
  • Self-Paced
  • 6 Months to Complete
  • 24/7 Availability
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  • PC & Mac Compatible
  • Android & iOS Friendly
  • Accredited CEUs
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Course Lessons

Average Lesson Rating:
4.6 / 5 Stars (Average Rating)
"Extraordinarily Helpful"
(273 votes)

Lesson 1: It's a Retirement from Work, Not a Retirement from Life

When it comes to retirement, almost everyone begins salivating at the very notion. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson discussions: Retirement; Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: Why this Course?
  • Assessment: Lesson 1: Its a Retirement from Work, Not a Retirement from Life

Lesson 2: Milestones in Retirement Preparedness

Planning and preparing for retirement may be stressful, enticing, surprising, and predictable all at the same time. 10 Total Points
  • Assessment: Lesson 2: Milestones in Retirement Preparedness

Lesson 3: Investing and Saving for Retirement (Part 1)

Before you can start deciding your financial course in retirement planning, you must first understand the terms and acronyms involved. 10 Total Points
  • Assessment: Lesson 3: Investing and Saving for Retirement (Part 1)

Lesson 4: Investing and Saving for Retirement (Part 2)

Now that you are fully versed in the terms and phrases most often used when talking about saving and investment, its time to begin your strategy. 9 Total Points
  • Lesson discussions: Investing
  • Assessment: Lesson 4: Investing and Saving for Retirement (Part 2)

Lesson 5: When is the Right Time to Retire? An Assessment of Money, Self, Family, and Work

Deciding the right time to retire is a momentous and difficult decision. It requires an honest and open inquiry into yourself, your family, your finances, and even your work. 10 Total Points
  • Assessment: Lesson 5: When is the Right Time to Retire? An Assessment of Money, Self, Family, and Work

Lesson 6: Why Retire? Retirement for Type A Personalities

There are those among us who don't look forward to retiring. There are people who love their job, who have built their life around their job, and who cant imagine ever leaving their job. 10 Total Points
  • Assessment: Lesson 6: Why Retire? Retirement for Type A Personalities

Lesson 7: The Nouns of Retirement: People, Places, and Things

As we move into making the transition to retired living, there are a few decisions that must be made. 10 Total Points
  • Assessment: Lesson 7: The Nouns of Retirement: People, Places, and Things

Lesson 8: Finding a New Purpose

The lack of alarm clocks and meetings has left you feeling a little empty and aimless. It can happen a day after you retire or two years later the revelation is all up to you. 10 Total Points
  • Assessment: Lesson 8: Finding a New Purpose

Lesson 9: The Health Risks of Retirement

One necessary element to having a happy retirement is having a healthy one. Some people retire in great physical and mental health; if this includes you then congratulations! 10 Total Points
  • Assessment: Lesson 9: The Health Risks of Retirement

Lesson 10: Retirement and Your Marriage

Your available time, money, and flexibility don't have to change your relationships, but it certainly tends to do so for most people. 10 Total Points
  • Assessment: Lesson 10: Retirement and Your Marriage

Lesson 11: Retirement and Education

While deciding on new purposes and hobbies, consider the art of learning. For many of us, graduating from high school or college was a necessity more than a desired activity. 10 Total Points
  • Assessment: Lesson 11: Retirement and Education

Lesson 12: Developing New Hobbies

If you still find yourself looking for something else or something new to do or try, its time to expand your hobbies. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson discussions: Activities
  • Assessment: Lesson 12: Developing New Hobbies

Resources and References

Resources and References 28 Total Points
  • Lesson discussions: Your Opinion Matters: Course Rating; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Course Comments
  • Assessment: The Final Exam
147
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Describe the process of retirement from work, not a retirement from life.
  • Recognize the milestones in retirement preparedness.
  • Identify investing and saving for retirement.
  • Determine an assessment of money, self, family, and work.
  • Recognize the retirement benefits and issues for different types of personalities.
  • Summarize finding a new purpose in retired life.
  • Describe the health risks of retirement.
  • Summarize retirement and its effects on your marriage.
  • Summarize the need and ways to develop new hobbies during retirement.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

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Course Title: Retirement Tips
Course Number: 8900140
Lessons Rating: 4.6 / 5 Stars (273 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: This course is online and available in all 50 states including: California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Texas.
Last Updated: August 2023
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class
CEU Value: 0.6 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams
Instructor: John Chouinard
Syllabus: View Syllabus
Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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