NGPF's Certification Courses give you the tools, confidence, and content knowledge to empower your students, and they are 100% free. 

Each course includes nine hours of engaging instruction followed by a one-hour final exam. Whether you prefer the structure of a live class or the flexibility of asynchronous learning, you'll find an option that fits your schedule. 

Cohort 60 runs January 5 - February 13, 2026 and offers both live and self-paced courses to support your professional growth. 

Live Courses Strengthen your teaching with real-time instruction, discussion, and support from an NGPF facilitator Investing  Wednesdays, 2-4pm PT/5-7pm ET Taxes Thursdays, 2-4pm PT/5-7pm ET   Self-Paced Courses Perfect for teachers who need maximum flexibility Banking & Budgeting Career Insurance Psychology of Money

NGPF Certification Courses are eligible for state professional development (PD) credit in most states that track PD hours. Plus, when you successfully complete six Certification Courses, you will earn the NGPF Distinguished Educator Award. 

About the Author

Amanda Volz

Amanda joins the NGPF Team with over 20 years of experience teaching personal finance. During that time, she led her students to hundreds of thousands of dollars in scholarships, won multiple awards, and most importantly, impacted the financial lives of thousands of high school students. Amanda prides herself on being an educational leader and is constantly looking for innovative ways to make the classroom relevant, rigorous, and fun. She is a passionate advocate for financial education and has been a long-time member of the NGPF community. Fun fact - Amanda was NGPF’s first teacher account! When Amanda isn’t working, she enjoys cooking, gardening, and traveling with her husband and two children.