SS.8.FL.1.3

Explain that getting more education and learning new job skills can increase a person’s human capital and productivity.

Explain how taking a babysitting class or getting lifeguard training can improve a young person’s human capital or productivity.

General Information

Subject Area: Social Studies

Grade: 8

Strand: Financial Literacy

Standard: Examine the various methods of preparation, possible benefits and tax responsibilities related to earning income.

Date Adopted or Revised: 06/14

Status: State Board Approved

Related Courses

This benchmark is part of these courses.

2104060: M/J Introduction to Personal Financial Literacy (Specifically in versions: 2019 - 2022, 2022 - 2023, 2023 - 2024, 2024 and beyond (current))

Alternate version of this benchmark for students with significant cognitive disabilities.

SS.8.FL.1.AP.3: Identify how continuing education and job skills training can increase a person’s income and opportunities.

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