Our Programmes
Three programmes, each one suited to a different starting point
Whether you are just beginning to think about your finances or are ready to look seriously at the years ahead, there is a programme here that fits where you are now.
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Our teaching approach
Every Tawan Trust programme follows the same underlying method: short, clear explanations followed by practical exercises that connect what has been discussed to a participant's actual life. We do not run long lectures. Sessions are designed to feel like a structured conversation — with space for questions, a chance to work through exercises at your own pace, and materials to take home and revisit.
Our programmes cover personal finance from the ground up, focusing specifically on Thai banking, savings, and planning for later life. We do not cover investment products or offer anything that could be described as financial advice. Participants are always encouraged to take their new understanding to a licensed adviser when they are ready to make personal decisions.
Programme One
Wading In
฿4,600 · Three sessions
A gentle three-session introduction for midlife learners stepping into money matters for the first time in a while. We move calmly through budgeting, saving, and understanding everyday Thai banking, never rushing ahead. Includes a printed starter guide, light practice sheets, and a small, welcoming group. Ideal for those who want to ease in slowly.
What the programme covers
- Understanding a personal budget — income, outgoings, and what is left
- How Thai savings accounts work and how to use them
- Basic concepts in everyday Thai banking
- Light practice exercises to try between sessions
What is included
- Printed starter guide (yours to keep)
- Practice worksheets for each session
- Small group environment (maximum eight participants)
Best suited for
People who have managed day-to-day finances but have never sat down to think about them in a structured way. No background in finance needed whatsoever.
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Programme Two
Finding Your Depth
฿6,700 · Six weeks
A six-week course for people ready to understand their finances more fully. We explore steady saving, common fund and deposit options, and planning for the costs that lie ahead. Each session offers a short lesson and a gentle worksheet. Includes recorded lessons, a planning notebook, and a midway check-in. Suited to those with the basics who want a calm structure.
What the programme covers
- Building and maintaining savings steadily over time
- Understanding fixed deposits and common fund options in Thailand
- Thinking ahead about healthcare, housing, and family costs
- Creating a simple personal financial picture
- Knowing when and how to involve a licensed professional
What is included
- Recorded sessions to revisit at any time
- Personal planning notebook
- One-to-one midway check-in with a tutor
- Weekly worksheets
Best suited for
People who already understand the very basics and are ready to look at their finances more carefully, either on their own or after completing Wading In.
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Programme Three
The Far Horizon Programme
฿10,300 · Ten weeks
A ten-week guided programme for readers planning patiently toward retirement and family security. We consider pensions, healthcare, and longer-term choices with care, always encouraging a conversation with a licensed professional before acting. Includes guided sessions, a personal planning folder, and a closing reflection. Best for those who want an unhurried, supportive path.
What the programme covers
- Understanding Thai pension and social security arrangements
- Healthcare costs and planning — what to expect and how to prepare
- Family financial security and passing on assets thoughtfully
- Working through a personal longer-term financial picture
- Preparing questions for a conversation with a licensed adviser
What is included
- Personal planning folder built across ten weeks
- Guided sessions with in-depth discussion
- Closing reflection session to review your progress
- All printed materials and worksheets throughout
Best suited for
People in their forties or fifties who want to spend meaningful time thinking through retirement, healthcare, and family security in a structured, supportive environment.
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Comparing the three programmes
| Feature | Wading In | Finding Your Depth | Far Horizon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | 3 sessions | 6 weeks | 10 weeks |
| Price | ฿4,600 | ฿6,700 | ฿10,300 |
| Printed materials | |||
| Recorded sessions | |||
| Midway check-in | |||
| Personal planning folder | |||
| Closing reflection session |
Not sure which is right for you? Send us a message and we will help you decide — no obligation.
Across All Programmes
Standards that apply to everything we do
Education, not advice
We are not a financial services firm. Every programme is purely educational, and we always point participants toward licensed professionals for personal decisions.
Confidentiality
What is shared in sessions stays within our team. No participant information is passed to third parties or used for marketing purposes.
Annual content review
We review all programme content each year to reflect changes in Thai financial regulations, banking products, and relevant legislation.
Plain language throughout
All materials and sessions use everyday English. Technical terms are always explained the first time they are used, and never assumed.
Commission-free teaching
We receive no fees, commissions, or referral payments from any financial institution. Our income is solely from programme fees.
Capped group sizes
Sessions are kept deliberately small so that every participant has room to ask questions and work through material at their own pace.
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Which programme sounds right for you?
If you are not certain which to choose, send us a message and we will talk you through it. There is no rush, and no wrong answer.
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