Training Camp for Life
RisingSeniors.com has formed a very critical alliance with the NFL Players Association to introduce a character and
life skills development program designed to provide resources to assist students dealing with the challenges ahead. The
following categories are covered during each camp with each topic presented by professionals in their respective fields.
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Financial Literacy
We worked with Visa to launch
nflpa.practicalmoneyskills.com during Super Bowl
XLIII in Tampa which is an interactive website that educates students through a series of financial questions ranging
from basic money skills to understanding credit history. Money management is something that any demographic audience
will benefit from as topics covered range from debit vs. credit to managing a checking account. The highlight of the
presentation features the interactive game "Financial Football" which combines the elements of a football game with
answering questions regarding money skills.
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NCAA Compliance
Local NCAA compliance officials cover eligibility requirements, clearing house issues, financial aid and the
recruiting process.
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SAT / ACT Test Prep and Strategies
With 70 years of experience, Kaplan is the world leader in test prep and has helped more than 3 million students
prepare to take the tests necessary to achieve their education and career goals. SAT and ACT strategies are discussed
during the program.
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Alternate Careers in Sports
Career options within the sports industry are examined. Specific jobs are discussed as well as the importance of
developing your skill set – resume building, applying for internships and networking.
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Choices & Consequences
All choices made by students will have consequences that can affect them for the rest of their lives. With personal
conduct being at the forefront in college and the NFL, students will hear first-hand how things can be taken away in an
instant as the result of making the wrong decisions.
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Drug-Free Sports
Professional counselors and people with first-hand experience of the downfalls of using drugs speak on the importance
of drug-free sports.
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Gang Involvement
Risk factors, influences and protective factors are discussed including the needs of communities and youth who live in
the presence of youth gangs.
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Sports/Social Media Training
With so many hidden dangers of Face Book and My Space, MVP Sports Media is fully equipped with know-how, experience and
leading-edge technologies to provide student-athletes the best sports media training, public speaking training and strategic
communications planning available.