A photograph of a jar on a wooden table with coins in it and four coins scattered next to it.
Topic(s): 
Professional Practice
Webinar event date: 
Jun 21, 2022 11:00 am EDT
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Webinar Presenters: 

Amanda Martin, CEPF (Certified Educator in Personal Finance)

As a Financial Educator with the Credit Counselling Society, Amanda applies her 11+ years of experience in the financial sector to develop and present impactful financial wellness webinars and programs. By connecting workplaces and communities to financial education and resources, Amanda strives to create opportunities for people to learn and grow their financial knowledge and wellness. Amanda brings practical, firsthand knowledge with a relatable approach to her discussions about money, drawing on her background in social services, mortgage lending and collections. Amanda is a Certified Educator in Personal Finance (CEPF), a licensed Ontario Mortgage Agent and a Certified Addictions and Community Services Worker.

Description

Financial 1st Aid for Service Providers is an interactive and engaging 1 ½ hour webinar that will empower front line professionals who work with consumers who may be experiencing financial distress.

Participants of the webinar will walk away with the ability to recognize the signs and symptoms of financial distress, have the gentle money chat, and refer to resources in the community when appropriate.  Participants will have opportunities to share and ask questions

Topics included in learning include:

  • basic rights & responsibilities with regards to credit and debt
  • common collection practices
  • options for dealing with debt
  • resources & community supports

All participants will walk away with ideas, resources and the full curriculum upon request.