NAF and NM Senior Academies of Finance connect high school students with the world of financial services, offering a curriculum that covers entrepreneurship, banking and credit, financial planning, international finance, securities, insurance, accounting, and economics, among other topics.
These courses introduce students to a wide array of careers. AOF graduates who continue on to other industries benefit from learning the critical concepts of business management, accounting, and ethics.
| Curriculum | 9th Grade Info Technology | 10th Grade Accounting | 11th Grade Financial Operations | 12th Grade Financial Planning |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Requirements | Required GPA | Math: Algebra Higher | English: English 1 or Higher | Sicence: Earth & Space / Biology or Higher History: World History or Higher |
| Opportunities | Job Shadowing / Field Trips | Dual Enrollment | Intership 5 WK Summer | On the Job Traning |
| Benefits | A variety of College Scholarhips / Grants | Bright Futures Scholarships | Florida Gold Seal | Academy Graduation |
| Certifications | Photoshop | QuickBooks | QuickBooks | |
| Clubs | DECA | FBLA |
Post-Secondary Schools:
- Florida International University – Finance/Accounting
- Florida A & M University – School of Business and Industry
- Florida Gulf Coast University – Finance/Accounting
- University of Central Florida – Finance/Accounting
- And many more schools who offer the program in Finance…..
Career Options:
- Entry Level Jobs: Clerk, Customer Service Assistance, Independent Owner, Teller
- Post-Secondary: Business Manager, Finance Officer, Office Manager, Bank Manager, etc.
For further assistance contact: Ms. VanRees at vanrees@dadeschools.net.