Self Study and Directed Study
Select a training package. There are many high-profile vendors who offer tales or guarantees of success, and a price tag to match. Some offer "classroom" settings, and some offer voluminous books. Some give you the option for self-study or guided study.
Consider how you learn best before selecting one of these packages. Are you better working alone, or in a classroom setting?
Evaluate what kinds of guarantees the training package offers. Can you retake the class at no or reduced cost if you fail to pass the exam? What are the conditions that apply?
Ask others who've passed the exam already what course materials they used, and found successful. Don't simply rely on information from the course company regarding passing rates; do your best to verify those independently.
Study Groups
Choose a study group. Sometimes, studying on your own can be difficult—there are distractions, questions that seem to have no answer, and times when you just need the support of your peers.
Look online. A Google search for "CPA study groups" is a good place to look. Check out accounting forums to find people in your area who are looking to form study groups for the exam. Social media sites such as LinkedIn and Facebook offer connections to study groups. Log in, and in the search field, enter "CPA" and you'll see a list of all CPA-related groups. Most CPA exam prep providers also host online study groups, and links to other candidates in your area.
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