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Here is our New Student Checklist. It has almost everything you need to get started.

When you sign up with us, you can get student Eclipse software for only $100.
  • Sign up here.
  • Subscribe to the classes on BigMarker here.
  • Create an account on our site here. You will have to wait for us to give you access.
  • Once you have signed up and have access, fill out the New Student Agreement here.
  • After you have signed up, watch our introduction videos below.
  • If you're getting student Eclipse from us, fill out these forms. Once you have it downloaded and have the license from Eclipse, watch the "Getting Started" tutorials here.
  • Join our Facebook group here. (Enrolled students only)
  • Join our Facebook practice group here. (Enrolled students only)

Introduction Videos

How to Practice During Theory


The best way to practice and keep the information fresh is to be practicing three times per day, preferably in the morning, afternoon, and evening. Find what works best with your daily schedule and try sticking with that. If you practice three one-hour sessions per day, it is better than doing one three-hour session per day. You are keeping the information fresh in your mind by coming back to it every six or so hours rather than having a 24-hour break in between each of your practice sessions.

Find which time of day you can do the class, which is an hour and a half, and that is one practice session. Then try to practice for 30 minutes to an hour in your other two sessions. For example, let's say I like doing the classes in the afternoon. I wake up and practice for 30 minutes of what I learned yesterday or last week as a review. Then during my lunchtime session, I do the next class. Before I go to bed, I practice for another 30 minutes or an hour of what I learned today and this week by going over the Overviews.

If you can only get in one other practice session besides the class, that is totally fine. Just try to find time in your day to practice for 30 minutes or an hour so that you aren't having those 24-hour breaks in between your practice sessions.

Practicing Tips For Theory

  • Make sure you are focused during your practice sessions. You don't want to be distracted or mentally drained during your practice. Get in the zone!
  • Clear your mind of everything except for whatever you are practicing.
  • Be mindful of your posture and positioning. Make sure you feel comfortable. Don't be afraid to ask us questions on how your posture should be.
  • Control your surroundings. Try to find a quiet place to practice. No TV, phone, kids, pets, etc.
  • Don't rush through your learning. If you need to spend extra time on a section, do it. Theory is the foundation for your career. Learn it. Know it. Master it.
  • Use your resources. Use the Overviews, Chapter Reviews, Recorded Classes, Eclipse Tutorials, and your instructors that are working reporters. Always feel free to communicate with us!