Workshops & Seminars
To register for the following workshops and seminars Sign Up Now!
or call (800) 213-2227:
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CCCS-OC is a non-profit organization. We gratefully accept donations
of any size to help ensure our free classes will always be available.
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Balancing Personal Finances 
This workshop will help you develop a financial plan for your life, and learn how to
track and evaluate your spending. The Instructor explains the step-by-step process of
creating a budget, and includes tips about how to help to stick to it.
| Date | Day | Time | Location |
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| Jan. 11 |
Monday |
7:00 - 8:30 pm |
Irvine (LSC) |
| Feb. 4 (Spanish) |
Thursday |
7:00 - 8:30 pm |
Santa Ana |
| Feb. 18 |
Thursday |
7:00 - 8:30 pm |
Santa Ana |
| Mar. 15 (Spanish) |
Monday |
7:00 - 8:30 pm |
Santa Ana |
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The Fundamentals of Investing
Want to save for a home; college expenses; or financial independence? Whatever your
current financial condition, come to this fun workshop and learn the most efficient ways
to reach your long-term goals.
Offered in partnership with Waddell & Reed, Financial Services
| Date | Day | Time | Location |
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| Jan. 27 |
Wednesday |
7:00 to 8:30 pm |
Santa Ana |
| Mar. 29 |
Tuesday |
7:00 to 8:30 pm |
Irvine (NCP) |
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Organizing Financial Paperwork
This class will demonstrate how to turn paper piles into organized files, using simple strategies and tools.
Topics will include how to sort incoming mail, set up a maintenance-free filing system, and eliminate the
accumulation of paper in your home and home office.
Offered in partnership with Waddell & Reed, Financial Services
| Date | Day | Time | Location |
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| Jan. 6 |
Wednesday |
7:00 to 8:30 pm |
Irvine (LLCP) |
| Mar. 17 |
Wednesday |
7:00 to 8:30 pm |
Santa Ana |
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Understanding Credit Reports & Scores
This informative seminar will show you what lenders look for on credit reports, how to
establish good credit, and how to legally eliminate credit report errors for free.
| Date | Day | Time | Location |
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| Jan. 11 |
Monday |
7:00 - 8:30 pm |
Irvine (NCP) |
| Feb. 17 (Spanish) |
Wednesday |
7:00 - 8:30 pm |
Santa Ana |
| Feb. 18 |
Thursday |
7:00 - 8:30 pm |
SOCFRC |
| Mar. 11 |
Wednesday |
7:00 - 8:30 pm |
Santa Ana |
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Identity Theft: Deter, Detect, Defend
This seminar teaches the Federal Trade Commission's "Deter, Detect, and Defend" program.
You will also learn how identity thieves operate and how to protect your good credit.
First Time Home Buyers Seminar
If you have not owned a home in the last three years, you qualify as a "first time
home buyer." This pre-purchase information will help you shop for lenders, learn to
budget for housing expenses, and discuss credit reports and scores. Participants will
receive a certificate of completion recognized by many First Time Home Buyer programs
throughout Orange County.
Offered in partnership with Affordable Housing-Clearinghouse
| Date | Day | Time | Location |
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| Jan. 16 |
Saturday |
8:30 am - 2:30 pm |
Irvine (RSC) |
Jan. 16
(Spanish) |
Saturday |
8:30 am - 2:30 pm |
Santa Ana |
| Jan. 23 |
Saturday |
8:30 am - 2:30 pm |
Brea |
| Feb. 13 |
Saturday |
8:30 am - 2:30 pm |
Irvine (RSC) |
| Feb. 20 |
Saturday |
8:30 am - 2:30 pm |
Santa Ana |
| Mar. 13 |
Saturday |
8:30 am - 2:30 pm |
Irvine (RSC) |
Mar. 20
(Spanish) |
Saturday |
8:30 am - 2:30 pm |
Santa Ana |
| Mar. 25 |
Thursday |
8:30 am - 2:30 pm |
Santa Ana |
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Foreclosure Prevention
This workshop will educate home owners who are behind in their mortgage payments, what happens in the
foreclosure process and how to determine a plan of action for you to try to keep your home. Certified
counselors will be available to answer questions and discuss your options.
| Date | Day | Time | Location |
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| Jan. 14 |
Thursday |
6:00 - 8:00 pm |
Santa Ana |
| Jan. 28 |
Thursday |
6:00 - 8:00 pm |
Santa Ana |
| Feb. 11 |
Thursday |
6:00 - 8:00 pm |
Santa Ana |
| Feb. 25 |
Thursday |
6:00 - 8:00 pm |
Santa Ana |
| Mar. 11 |
Thursday |
6:00 - 8:00 pm |
Santa Ana |
| Mar. 25 |
Thursday |
6:00 - 8:00 pm |
Santa Ana |
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Renters Rights and Responsibilities
The workshop addresses the rental process from inspecting the potential rental unit
through the signing of the rental/lease agreement. Rental payments, security deposits,
repairs, privacy issues, and the eviction process will be discussed.
| Date | Day | Time | Location |
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| Jan. 20 |
Wednesday |
7:00 - 8:30 pm |
Irvine (LLCP) |
| Mar. 27 |
Saturday |
10:00 -11:30 pm |
Brea |
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Surviving Unemployment
This seminar offers participants unique new ideas and tools to management their finances during
unemployment. Resources for government and community based organizations regarding unemployment are provided
in class.
| Date | Day | Time | Location |
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| Jan. 26 |
Tuesday |
7:00 am - 8:30 pm |
Santa Ana |
| Mar. 17 |
Wednesday |
7:00 am - 8:30 pm |
Irvine (LLCP) |
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New DMP Client Orientation
Required for clients enrolling in the CCCS-OC Debt Management Program. This in-depth class covers all the
details you need to successfully complete the program. Clients may either watch the Orientation DVD or view
the class on our website. To request a copy of the Orientation DVD please call 714-547-2227 x118.
