This short, easy‑to‑follow mini‑course teaches you how to recognize and avoid common scams — online, by phone, through email, and even in everyday life. Using simple language, real‑world examples, and practical tips, learners will discover the red flags every scam shares, how to stay calm and confident when something feels “off,” and what steps to take if they think they’ve been targeted. By the end, participants will feel more empowered, more informed, and better protected in today’s digital world.
Course Instructor
Teresa Campbell
Author
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Foundations
- Welcome
- The #1 Rule!
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Universal Red Flags
- The Red Flags Every Scam Shares
- Urgency & Pressure Tactics
- Fear or Threats
- Requests for Money or Gift Cards
- Requests for Personal Information
- Too Good to Be True
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Real Examples and Practice
- Examples of Real Scams
- Spot the Red Flag
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Email & Text Scams
- How to Inspect a Sender’s Email Address
- Fake Package Delivery Texts
- Fake Bank Alerts
- Your Account Has Been Compromised Messages
- How to Preview Links Safely
- Real or Fake Practice
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Phone & Voice Scams
- The “Grandparent Scam”
- Fake Tech Support Calls
- IRS/Medicare/SSA Imposters
- AI Voice Cloming
- Safe Call-Handling Scripts
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Financial & Shopping Scams
- Fake Online Stores
- Charity Scams
- Romance Scams
- Subscription Traps