Command Your Cash®
Take control of your financial future with the Command Your Cash® course.
Whether you are currently serving, a veteran, or a military spouse, this comprehensive personal finance course addresses the unique challenges of military life. The program is designed to be self-paced, helping learners sharpen their skills through 17 key topics to build, grow, and protect their finances. Then, learners will apply this knowledge to one of three case studies. By the end of the course, learners will have a better command of their financial situation and strategies to confidently achieve their goals. Completing all modules during the semester earns a certificate of completion, which may be recognized for academic credit by some colleges and universities.
The Command Your Cash® course is offered by The USAA Educational Foundation at no cost to students. The foundation believes financial literacy is an essential life skill and is committed to empowering the military community with the knowledge and confidence to make informed financial decisions.
Course Outline
Build Your Foundation
- Have a Financial Game Plan
- Build a Budget
- Save for Emergencies
- Prepare Your Legal Documents
Safeguard Your Financial Freedom
- Understanding Credit
- Managing Debt
- Debt Destroyer®
- Car Buying Basics
- Home Buying HQ
Protect Your Life, Loved Ones and Possessions
- Life Insurance
- Auto Insurance
- Renters Insurance
- Homeowners Insurance
- Military Consumer Protection
Grow Your Wealth
- Paying for College
- Investing for Growth
- Saving for Retirement
Deploy Your Knowledge (Case Studies)
- Navigating financial decisions in the military
- Managing money in a military family
- Transitioning your finances for civilian life
