WEBVTT 00:00:01.280 --> 00:00:06.400 We are excited for the journey you are embarking  on using the AFC Learning System. This system 00:00:06.400 --> 00:00:10.400 offers an adaptive learning experience  that prioritizes your knowledge gaps to 00:00:10.400 --> 00:00:15.840 optimize the study experience and provide  the most efficient path to certification. 00:00:15.840 --> 00:00:21.200 When you first log in, you will be taken to  the pre-test page. Taking the pre-test is an 00:00:21.200 --> 00:00:26.560 important first step in your journey. Using your  pre-test results, the AFC Learning System serves 00:00:26.560 --> 00:00:32.400 up a study plan based on your current knowledge. If you choose to wait and take the pre-test later, 00:00:32.400 --> 00:00:38.560 you can select My Study Plan to proceed directly  to the content and study tools. However, you 00:00:38.560 --> 00:00:43.200 should know the system won’t have a recommended  path for you without taking the pre-test. 00:00:43.200 --> 00:00:48.800 Beyond the pre-test page is the main menu.  The custom study plan is anchored at the 00:00:48.800 --> 00:00:53.120 top of the menu and is designed to help you  complete your studies in the most efficient 00:00:53.120 --> 00:00:58.240 way possible by populating content that  matches your current knowledge gaps. 00:00:58.240 --> 00:01:02.800 Also found at the top of the menu is the  expandable tool bar. This is where you can 00:01:02.800 --> 00:01:09.440 navigate to the reports, glossary, resource center  and more. We’ll explore this later in the video. 00:01:09.440 --> 00:01:13.680 Below the study plan, you always have  access to resources and tools covering 00:01:13.680 --> 00:01:19.200 topics tested on the certification exam. The  materials are organized into three modules: 00:01:19.200 --> 00:01:25.040 • Build Relationships and Make a Plan • Educate the Client on Personal Finance 00:01:25.040 --> 00:01:30.640 • Assist the Client with Future Planning You have the freedom to move cards on and off 00:01:30.640 --> 00:01:36.320 your study plan to personalize your path. Simply  click the plus to move a card to the Study Path, 00:01:36.320 --> 00:01:42.640 and the minus to move it back to the Module row. Each card represents a module covered in the Exam 00:01:42.640 --> 00:01:49.040 Content Outline. Let’s explore a module now. When you click Begin, you are presented with 00:01:49.040 --> 00:01:54.480 all the resources for this area including the  reading materials, flashcards, and a quiz. 00:01:54.480 --> 00:01:57.440 Let’s take a look at the  online reading experience. 00:01:57.440 --> 00:02:00.720 The reading material provides an  interactive experience where you 00:02:00.720 --> 00:02:07.520 can explore and study the content in each area. You should review the flashcards to reinforce 00:02:07.520 --> 00:02:12.000 concepts you’ve studied. The flashcards  can also be downloaded in a printable 00:02:12.000 --> 00:02:16.560 format from the Resource Center. Before  concluding a study card, be sure to take 00:02:16.560 --> 00:02:21.840 the Quiz to ensure you’ve understood and  retained the content you’ve been studying. 00:02:22.880 --> 00:02:27.760 Let’s move on to the expanding tool bar  menu where you can access reports, glossary, 00:02:27.760 --> 00:02:32.560 resource center, and a search feature. You can see your progress on each quiz 00:02:32.560 --> 00:02:37.120 by clicking the My Progress button. This is a  great way for you to get a high-level look at 00:02:37.120 --> 00:02:41.520 your performance throughout the system. In the glossary, you have access to 00:02:41.520 --> 00:02:46.640 key terms and definitions using the  alphabetical chooser or search option. 00:02:47.600 --> 00:02:51.440 The Resource Center contains additional  tools and resources to aid in your 00:02:51.440 --> 00:02:56.960 studies. Printable flashcards, content  updates, and other relevant resources 00:02:56.960 --> 00:03:01.440 are housed here to support your learning. Enter key words or phrases into the Search 00:03:01.440 --> 00:03:07.040 feature to quickly navigate to specific topics. Once you are two weeks away from the exam date 00:03:07.040 --> 00:03:12.000 you entered when you first log in, if you  haven’t already taken the practice exam , the 00:03:12.000 --> 00:03:18.800 practice card will appear on the study plan to  encourage you to use this valuable tool. Remember, 00:03:18.800 --> 00:03:24.560 you can always change your exam date  within the settings at any time. 00:03:24.560 --> 00:03:28.640 By utilizing all the tools available  in the AFC Learning System, 00:03:28.640 --> 00:03:33.280 we’re confident you’ll be prepared to pass  your Accredited Financial Counselor exam! 00:03:33.280 --> 00:03:37.280 We hope you’ve enjoyed the overview  and best of luck with your studies!