The course begins with an interactive introduction to set expectations and build a foundation for success. Students will explore what adulting really means, discuss common challenges, and reflect on their goals and priorities. Through engaging activities, they’ll get familiar with the course structure, hybrid format, and hands-on learning approach. This session sets the tone for an exciting journey into essential life skills, helping students feel confident and prepared for what’s ahead.

Course Introduction

Who are you?

Welcome Session

Welcome to Adulting!

This section of the course prepares students for the job market by teaching essential skills like resume writing, cover letters, job applications, and interviews. Students will explore career paths, workplace expectations, salary negotiation, and employee benefits while developing key soft skills such as communication and problem-solving. Through real-world exercises, mock interviews, and interactive job search activities, students will gain the confidence and tools to secure and succeed in their first job. Whether entering the workforce or planning for the future, this course provides practical guidance to navigate employment successfully.

Introduction to Employment and Job Skills

Workforce v. College

Job Trends

Career Interest Assessment

Payback!

Hard Skills & Soft Skills

How to Plan Your Job Search and Find a Job Faster

How to Read a Job Posting

Job Posting Practice

Career Session 1

Find Your Job Posting

Intro to Resumes & Cover Letters

Employee Benefits Overview

Employee Benefits Jeopardy

Who would you hire?

Negotiating Salaries

Intro to Taxes (W-4 & W-2 Forms)

Career Session 2

Resumes & Cover Letter

Job Interview and Salary Negotiation

Monthly Income Calculation & Record

Career Session 3 (Interview)

Life Scramble Simulation!

Employment and Job Skills

This section equips students with financial literacy skills to confidently manage their money. Topics include budgeting, credit scores, loans, savings, investing, insurance, and major purchases like cars and apartments. Students will create realistic budgets, analyze financial decisions, and learn strategies to build credit and avoid debt traps. Through interactive activities and hands-on exercises, they will develop practical money management habits that set them up for long-term financial stability and success.

Introduction to Financial Literacy

Income v. Debt

Credit Scores

Credit Clash!

Credit Score Record

Introduction to Google Sheets & Excel

What monthly expenses do adults have?

Budgeting 101

Spent!

Financial Literacy Session 1

Loans, Dude

Shady Sam

Buy a car!

Monthly Cost of Car Ownership

Money Magic!

Financial Literacy Session 2

Introduction to Housing Rentals

Zain Session 7

Lease Agreements

Rent an apartment!

Insurance

The Bummer Game!

Zain Session 8

Zain Session 9

Grocery Bonanza!

Financial Literacy Session 3

Final Monthly Budget

Financial Literacy

This section focuses on practical life skills every adult needs, from writing professional emails and paying bills to making doctor’s appointments, filing taxes, and managing daily responsibilities. Students will learn essential problem-solving strategies, organizational skills, and real-world applications to navigate adulthood with confidence. Through hands-on activities and real-world scenarios, they’ll gain the knowledge needed to handle life’s challenges independently.

New Skill 101 Project

Stax!

Session 11

Session 12

Life Skills (How to...)

Our 12 Week, Group Virtual course option includes access to our interactive digital platform, personalized feedback, 2 hours of live instruction, discussion, and collaborative learning weekly, and full support between sessions.Making Adulting Magical—Santos Academy of Life Skills offers a hybrid, immersive course that helps students practice for adulthood through a real-world simulation of life’s responsibilities. Students complete some preparatory work independently online, while most learning happens live—either virtually or in person—through engaging activities, real-world scenarios, and expert-led sessions that create an interactive and dynamic learning experience.In this course, students step into an interactive simulation of adulthood, starting with getting a job that provides an income. From there, they take on real-world responsibilities such as managing housing, transportation, insurance, and essential expenses while balancing their budget. They will search real housing listings, review lease agreements, and navigate financial decisions like securing insurance and making large purchases. Through hands-on activities, they will also build a credit score, explore financing options, negotiate deals, and "purchase" a real vehicle they find online. These experiences, along with many others, provide students with the practical skills and problem-solving abilities needed to thrive in adulthood.As they progress, students will manage their day-to-day responsibilities, such as paying bills, filing taxes, and making doctor’s appointments, all while balancing their finances in a realistic way. Every decision impacts their overall financial and personal well-being, reinforcing critical problem-solving skills and financial literacy in an engaging, hands-on experience.This isn’t just a class—it’s a guided practice run for adulthood. Students leave confident and prepared to take on real-world responsibilities, making this course a one-of-a-kind opportunity to learn by doing.◈ Live virtual or in-person sessions ◈ Hands-on activities &amp; real-world exercises ◈ Self-paced assignments &amp; prep work ◈ Expert guidance in career, finance, and life skills

June 2025 | 12 Week Group Virtual Course | This class begins June 3rd and ends on August 19th. Weekly live sessions are held every Tuesday from 4:30-6:30pm PST (tentative). Students will receive a personalized certificate upon completion of the course.

Adulting | 12 Week Hybrid Course | Zain June '25

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