Retirement Planning Fundamentals focuses on how you may prepare for a comfortable retirement. This course consists of three virtual sessions in total and is presented in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere where your participation and questions are encouraged! The material is taught in a way that is easy to understand, using real-life examples that may be applied to your situation. We will introduce you to concepts and strategies that may help you handle your day-to-day finances, potentially reduce your taxes, and manage your investments. What’s more, it will discuss how you can assess your current financial situation and develop a personalized plan that may help you pursue your retirement goals.
Unlike many free, one-to two-hour workshops that promote specific financial products, Retirement Planning Fundamentals is completely educational. The information you receive is objective and factual, without any references to specific financial products. This course introduces concepts and strategies that may help you make informed financial decisions. However, if you want to discuss specific financial products and services, you may do so during the optional retirement planning consultation.
"Truly a course centered on personal financial education with no selling of products by the instructors. Learned some hidden gems that will benefit me, and I highly recommend this course to anyone who desires to plan and prepare for their retirement." - John, April 2026 participant
Retirement Planning Fundamentals | Fall 2026
NOTICE: We’ve switched registration systems!
You can browse courses, conferences, and events in our new catalog, hosted by GeniusCE. When you’re ready to register for a course for the first time, you’ll be asked to create an account. Note: You will only have to create an account once - after that, you'll just be able to log in and register. Through the new system, you’ll be able to see all your registrations in one place, download certificates (if offered), and access your training transcript anytime. It also makes future registrations faster and easier. Questions or need help? Email continuinged@uwstout.edu or call 715-232-2793.
Retirement Planning Fundamentals | Winter 2027
Retirement Planning Fundamentals | Spring 2027
What will you gain?
Financial BasicsÌý Retirement IncomeÌý | InvestmentsÌý Risk ManagementÌý Estate PlanningÌý |
When you attend, you will receive a comprehensive workbook focusing on money, investing, retirement, and finance that will help you apply and retain the information discussed during the course. The workbook is packed with exercises, practical examples, and charts to help you apply what you learn to your own situation. The workbook is yours to keep, and you will be able to use it as a reference tool for years to come.
After the last class session, you will have the opportunity to meet privately with one of your instructors. During the lab, you can ask specific questions regarding your personal financial needs and objectives and review your retirement strategy.
Who should enroll?
Whether you are nearing retirement, already retired, or beginning to develop a retirement plan, you can benefit from a wealth of real-world information and strategies for retirement success. These strategies can help you make the appropriate choices when confronted by investment alternatives, insurance coverage, increasing health care costs, tax reduction methods, and proper disposition of your estate at death. The course material is relevant to anyone who would like to educate themselves on sound retirement planning concepts – regardless of income, occupation, or age.
What will it cost?
- Early Bird Discount: 20% off
- Stout Proud Discount (ºÚÁÏ¿Æ Faculty, Staff, Student, and Alumni Registration): 20% off
- Regular Registration: $119
Important Notes
- EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Register at least 7 days before the course start date with coupon code EARLYBIRD to receive 20% off.
- STOUT PROUD DISCOUNT: Reach out to continuinged@uwstout.edu to receive a 20% coupon code BEFORE completing the registration form.
- Note: Only one coupon code can be applied.
- FAQs: For information on Payment and Cancellation Policy, Disability Accommodations, and other issues, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions page.