Introduction

Earnings

In this module, you’ll learn how to understand your pay, spot any issues early and explore the different ways you can increase your income.

Have you ever looked at your pay slip and wondered where all your money went? Understanding what’s really in your pay packet is important. It helps you manage your money and avoid any surprises. 

There are seven short videos in this series on uplifting your earnings. The goal for these videos is to be able to understand each line of your payslip. 

You will explore different ways to boost your earnings, how to make the most of workplace benefits, and what government support you might be able to access even if you are in employment.

Understanding your earnings is key to making your money work.

All Armed Forces Modules

Budgeting

Module 1

5 videos

22 minutes

In this module, you’ll learn how to build a budget that helps you stay in control of rising costs, plan ahead and manage your money with confidence.

Armed Forces Budgeting

Earnings

Module 2

7 videos

30 minutes

In this module, you’ll learn how to understand your pay, spot any issues early and explore the different ways you can increase your income.

Pensions

Module 3

10 videos

61 minutes

In this module, you’ll understand how pensions work, including the Armed Forces Pension Scheme, so you can plan confidently for later life.

Armed Forces Pensions

Managing debt

Module 4

7 videos

34 minutes

In this module, you’ll learn how borrowing works, what to consider before taking on debt and how to manage repayments.

Credit options

Module 5

6 videos

37 minutes

In this module, you’ll learn how credit works, what affects your credit score and how to make borrowing choices that support your financial goals.

Mortgages

Module 6

9 videos

47 minutes

In this module, you’ll learn how home buying works, the factors that shape affordability and how different mortgage options can affect your choices.

Investing

Module 7

8 videos

40 minutes

In this module, you’ll learn how investing helps your money grow over time, how it differs from saving and how to make informed investment decisions.