Pre-Retirement Planning Course (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 Pre-Retirement Planning course.

Acquire the information you need to make fully informed decisions about retirement. Gain valuable retirement planning information related to the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) and the Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS). Learn how Social Security benefits are calculated, and how your health and life insurance benefits carry over into retirement. Learn about Medicare and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) withdrawal options. Receive an overview of financial, estate, and "life" planning.

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

Learning Experience Highlights

Training from government‑experienced instructors

Receive instruction from subject‑matter experts who bring proven government experience.

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Courses that are regularly updated based on feedback and industry developments, ensuring versions are mapped to federal competencies.

The instructor was wonderful and so knowledgeable. The course materials were extremely relevant to what my job is. I feel like I can be better because of this class.
— 2025 student

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Pre-Retirement Planning Course (Self-Paced) Curriculum

What You'll Learn at a Glance

Determine when you are able to retire and explain the major steps involved in the retirement application process.
Understand how your basic annuity will be computed and what benefits will be payable to your survivors.
Identify TSP withdrawal options.
Identify your federal health and life insurance benefits after retirement, as well as your entitlement to Social Security benefits, including Medicare, and how/whether your Social Security benefit will be affected by the Windfall Elimination Provision.
Identify your retirement income needs and develop appropriate financial plans for your retirement.

Course Syllabus

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Module 1: Overview of Federal Employee Benefits

Understand the structure and administration of federal employee benefits programs.
Identify key agencies and legislation governing benefits.
Explore eligibility criteria for various benefits.

Module 2: Retirement Systems

Examine the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS).
Understand contributions, annuity calculations, and retirement eligibility.
Learn about creditable service and early retirement provisions.

Module 3: Health and Life Insurance

Review the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program and coverage options.
Understand the Federal Employees’ Group Life Insurance (FEGLI) Program.
Explore enrollment, premiums, and continuation of coverage after retirement.

Module 4: Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)

Learn about TSP features, investment options, and contribution limits.
Understand matching contributions and tax implications.
Review withdrawal options and required minimum distributions.

Module 5: Leave Policies and Other Benefits

Explore annual, sick, and other leave entitlements.
Understand family and medical leave policies.
Identify additional benefits such as transit subsidies and flexible work arrangements.

Installments
	10% non-refundable deposit
$799.00	Total You Pay