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Free Financial Literacy Courses

Build financial confidence with free online courses from Alison, brought to you by Member First Credit Union. Learn how to save more, spend smarter and make better financial decisions every day.


Why Financial Literacy Matters

Build financial confidence through better budgeting, smarter saving and informed financial decisions.

Budget Smarter

Learn practical budgeting skills to manage spending and stay on top of everyday finances.

Save Confidently

Build healthy saving habits and work towards your short and long-term financial goals.

Borrow Responsibly

Understand loans and credit to make informed borrowing decisions with confidence.

Stay Safe Online

Learn how to spot scams and protect your money from online fraud and threats.

Phishing And Financial Scams

Learn how to identify common financial scams, recognise warning signs and protect yourself from fraud, phishing and online threats.


Module 1: Understanding Modern Financial Scams

Module 2: Money Muling, Loan Scams and Scam Recovery

Course Assessment

Credit And Debit Management

Develop a better understanding of credit, debit and money management to build healthier financial habits and make informed financial decisions.


Module 1: Foundations of Credit and Debit

Module 2: Managing Credit Effectively

Module 3: Managing Debit and Integrating Both for Financial Health

Course Assessment

Saving, Investing And Financial Goal Setting

Learn practical strategies for saving money, setting financial goals and building long-term financial confidence through smarter financial planning.


Module 1: Establishing a Savings Mindset

Module 2: Investing for Growth and Wealth Building

Module 3: Integrating Savings, Investments, and Goals

Course Assessment

Personal Budgeting And Cash Management

Learn essential budgeting and cash management skills to manage spending, improve money management and plan confidently for the future.


Module 1: The Foundations of Financial Control

Module 2: Budgeting Mechanics — Tracking and Allocation

Module 3: Strategic Cost Reduction and Maximising Value

Module 4: Sustaining Financial Control and Looking Ahead

Course Assessment

Phishing And Financial Scams

Learn how to identify common financial scams, recognise warning signs and protect yourself from fraud, phishing and online threats.


Module 1: Understanding Modern Financial Scams

Module 2: Money Muling, Loan Scams and Scam Recovery

Course Assessment

Credit And Debit Management

Develop a better understanding of credit, debit and money management to build healthier financial habits and make informed financial decisions.


Module 1: Foundations of Credit and Debit

Module 2: Managing Credit Effectively

Module 3: Managing Debit and Integrating Both for Financial Health

Course Assessment

Saving, Investing And Financial Goal Setting

Learn practical strategies for saving money, setting financial goals and building long-term financial confidence through smarter financial planning.


Module 1: Establishing a Savings Mindset

Module 2: Investing for Growth and Wealth Building

Module 3: Integrating Savings, Investments, and Goals

Course Assessment

Personal Budgeting And Cash Management

Learn essential budgeting and cash management skills to manage spending, improve money management and plan confidently for the future.


Module 1: The Foundations of Financial Control

Module 2: Budgeting Mechanics — Tracking and Allocation

Module 3: Strategic Cost Reduction and Maximising Value

Module 4: Sustaining Financial Control and Looking Ahead

Course Assessment

Financial confidence starts with access to the right knowledge. Through our partnership with Alison, we’re making financial education more accessible by providing free online financial literacy courses for our members and wider community.

Together, we’re helping people build practical money management skills, improve financial confidence and develop better financial habits for life.

Frequently asked questions

What is Alison?

Alison is a leading online learning platform that provides free access to thousands of courses across a wide range of subjects. Through our partnership with Alison, Member First Credit Union can offer free online financial literacy courses designed to help members and the wider community build financial confidence and improve money management skills.

Why has Member First Credit Union partnered with Alison?

We’ve partnered with Alison to make financial education more accessible by providing free online financial literacy courses for our members and the wider community. As part of our commitment to supporting local people through education, wellbeing and community initiatives, we want to help individuals build financial confidence and develop practical money management skills for everyday life. Learn more about how we support our local communities on our MFCU Community Fund.

Where are the courses hosted?

All courses are delivered through Alison’s online learning platform. When you select a course, you will be redirected to Alison to begin learning.

Do I need to create an Alison account?

Yes. To access course content, track your progress and complete courses, you will need to create a free Alison account.

Can I take the courses on my phone or tablet?

Yes. Courses can be accessed through Alison’s website and mobile app, allowing you to learn whenever and wherever it suits you.

Do I need a Member First Credit Union account to access the courses?

No. These free financial literacy courses are available to both Member First Credit Union members and the wider community.

Can I complete the courses at my own pace?

Yes. The courses are self-paced, giving you the flexibility to learn in your own time and fit learning around your schedule.

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