Course Offerings

Workforce Education

Stock and Options Trading for Beginners

Learn the core principles of investing and trading, as detailed in the topics below, to empower investors and traders of all experience levels with the knowledge, skills and confidence to apply these concepts effectively, regardless of investment size. Our goal is to simplify these seemingly intuitive principles, making them accessible to everyone, while revealing their deeper complexities through hands-on practice and real-world applications. By the end, participants will gain the tools and mindset needed to achieve financial confidence and peace of mind.

Course Objectives

Explore the core principles of investing and trading

Feel empowered with knowledge, skills and confidence to apply course concepts effectively, regardless of investment size

Gain the tools and mindset needed to achieve financial confidence and peace of mind


Outline of Instruction

Introduction and Fundamental of Stocks and Trading
a. Why to invest and/or trade in stocks?
b. What is investing?
c. What is trading?
d. Who are the ideal candidates for trading?

What type of financial instruments for investing/trading?
a. Stocks
b. Electronically traded funds
c. Options
d. Mutual funds

Technical Analysis
a. Why technical analysis?
b. What are the prerequisites for learning technical analysis?
c. What are the tools?

Fundamental Analysis
a. Why fundamental analysis?
b. What are the prerequisites for learning fundamental analysis?
c. What are the tools?

Rules and Principles for Successful Trading/Investing


Contact Hours

12

CEUs

1

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

None

Website

None

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

N/A

Learning Supplies Needed

Personal laptop, tablet or mobile phone

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

N/A

Requirements for Successful Completion

85% attendance

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

Anyone interested in learning about stocks and options trading

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

N/A

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

N/A

Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment

Related Courses

BAF-3272B3

BAF-3272C3

SEF-7931E


Course Contact Information

Community & Career Education Staff
919-532-5700
[email protected]

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Requisites: None

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