Mid-Career Retirement Planning Course (FERS Only Participants) (Self-Paced)

This course includes

12 hours of project-based training from experts
Answers from real instructors
Proprietary workbook included
Retake for free within 1 year
Verified digital certificate of completion
Learn at an accredited institution
Credits: 1.2 CEUs

This course is self-paced. For live online or in-person instruction, take Mid-Career Retirement Planning (FERS Only Participants).

Improve your retirement outlook by obtaining important information now. Prepare a retirement readiness index and a financial plan. Learn how to optimize the contributions to your tax-deferred Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) retirement savings and investment account, and also your Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) defined benefit, contributory retirement account. Learn how Social Security benefits are calculated, and how your health and life insurance benefits carry over into retirement.

Full Tuition

$799
Due before the class starts

This course includes

12 hours of project-based training from experts
Answers from real instructors
Proprietary workbook included
Retake for free within 1 year
Verified digital certificate of completion
Learn at an accredited institution
Credits: 1.2 CEUs

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Mid-Career Retirement Planning Course (FERS Only Participants) (Self-Paced) Curriculum

What You'll Learn at a Glance

Determine when you are eligible to retire.
Explain how refunded service, non-deduction service, and military service are credited for retirement purposes.
Know how your basic annual annuity will be computed.
Explain the major steps involved in the retirement application process.
Identify appropriate forms and documents that are used to process your application for retirement.
Identify resources to answer your benefits questions after retirement.

Course Syllabus

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Module 1: Introduction to Federal Employee Benefits

Overview of the federal benefits system and its key components
Understand eligibility requirements and enrollment processes
Identify the agencies and resources involved in benefits administration

Module 2: Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program

Understand the structure and coverage options under FEHB
Compare plan types, premiums, and coverage levels
Learn about enrollment, changes, and qualifying life events

Module 3: Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP)

Overview of dental and vision coverage options
Understand enrollment processes and eligibility
Evaluate plan costs and coverage benefits

Module 4: Federal Employees’ Group Life Insurance (FEGLI)

Learn about basic and optional life insurance coverage
Understand premium rates, coverage levels, and beneficiary designations
Explore how FEGLI integrates with other federal benefits

Module 5: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAFEDS)

Understand the purpose and benefits of flexible spending accounts
Learn about eligible expenses and annual contribution limits
Review enrollment and usage guidelines

Module 6: Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP)

Understand the need for long-term care planning
Explore FLTCIP benefits, coverage options, and costs
Learn how to apply and maintain coverage

Module 7: Benefits Decision-Making and Retirement Planning

Integrate health, life, and long-term care benefits into retirement planning
Assess personal needs, family considerations, and financial readiness
Identify resources for ongoing benefits management

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