Check Wise

CheckWise is a comprehensive, up-to-date checking account program available online at CCCS-OC. This program is perfect for individuals who have never had a checking account before and for those who may have had difficulty managing a checking account in the past. Getting on the right path with CheckWise will enable and empower consumers, putting the power of money management and the ability to make the correct financial decisions right in the hands of the individual.

Under some circumstances you may have to wait up to five years to open a checking or savings account. If you have had trouble managing an account you may have been reported to ChexSystems. Our partner companies will consider opening an account when you complete the Check Wise program and present your certificate of completion. Contact your bank or credit union to determine their policy. If you were referred to take this program by your financial institution you should qualify to open an account upon completion. Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Orange County takes no responsibility on your being able to open an account or do they have any control over whether you qualify for an account or not.

CheckWise is a comprehensive guide to managing a checkbook, starting with the basics of choosing a financial institution to work with and selecting a checking account that meets your needs. It covers topics such as learning how to write checks, using online bill pay, reconciling your account, and offers other tips and tools to help you manage your account.

You'll learn to:

• How opening a checking account can help you to reach your financial goals
• How to choose the checking account that is right for you
• Skills for maintaining and reconciling your checking account
• Ways to keep your financial information safe

Approximate course length: 2-3 hours

Certificate of completion: You will be given a certificate verifying completion of the course, and can take that certificate to any participating financial institution. The qualifications for re-opening a checking account are solely reserved for the participating financial institution.

Select the course setting best for you: Online or Classroom

$35 for the online program
$50 for the in-classroom program

1. Click here to read the disclosure letter.
   
   
2. Click below to register and pay. Payment may also be made by money order or cashiers check mailed to the agency. You will be notified via e-mail of a login and password:
   
   
   
   
3. Once you register and pay you may begin taking the course immediately.
   
   
   
   
4. A certificate may be printed immediately upon completion of the program

To speak to a representative call (800) 213-2227 Ext. 118

Please call or e-mail the Education Department for more information:

Phone: (714) 547-2227 (ext 118)
E-mail: kylee.lucas@cccsoc.org