Course Offerings

Learn the core principles of investing and trading to empower investors and traders of all experience levels with the knowledge, skills and confidence to apply these concepts effectively, regardless of investment size. The 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. This course includes practical AI prompt engineering techniques tailored to enhance your investment journey. By the end, participants 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 Fundamentals of Stocks and Trading: Why to invest and/or trade in stocks? What is investing? What is trading? Who are the ideal candidates for trading?

Types of Financial Instruments for Investing/Trading: Stocks, electronically traded funds, options, mutual funds

Technical Analysis: Purpose, prerequisites for learning, tools

Fundamental Analysis: Purpose, prerequisites for learning, 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]