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Study Plan

Updated Nov 02, 2024 ·

Security+ 701 - Study Plan Overview​

This guide includes study tips, how to use flashcards, other study tools, and two study plans (30-day and 60-day). It's designed to help you tailor a study routine that fits your learning style.

General Study Tips​

  • Study methods are personal, so find what works best for you.
  • Most people can focus for 20-30 minutes at a time. Switch tasks or take a break after this period.
    • Mix activities like watching videos, reviewing notes, and using study tools.
    • Adjust your study sessions based on how long you can stay focused.
  • If a study strategy isn’t working after a few days, try a different approach.
  • Give yourself small rewards for sticking to your plan, like 30 minutes of gaming or a favorite snack.
  • Strike a balance between following your plan and making adjustments as needed.
  • Don’t dwell on setbacks. Learn from them and adjust your study routine if necessary.

Using Videos Effectively​

  • While watching, take notes, highlight key terms, and mark areas for more research.
  • After watching, review notes, make flashcards, and go over the material from the previous day.

Using Practice Exams​

  • When taking a practice exam, do a "brain dump" at the start to help organize your thoughts.
  • After finishing, review incorrect answers, update your flashcards, and track your progress by noting which objectives you understood.

Flashcards​

  • Writing flashcards helps with memory. Keep them consistent, such as definitions on one side and terms on the other.
  • Use different colors for various topics, and include diagrams for visual reinforcement.
  • Flashcard apps like Quizlet and Anki offer interactive ways to study and reinforce concepts.
  • Creating your own flashcards is more reliable than using pre-made ones, which may contain errors.

Additional Study Methods​

  • Turn exam objectives into questions to identify areas that need more focus.
  • Use ChatGPT to check your understanding by answering questions before reviewing its responses.

Sample 30-Day Study Plan (for those with some experience)​

DayPlanDayPlan
1-5Watch sections 1-1116-20Take 1 practice exam daily
6-10Watch sections 12-2021-25Take 2 practice exams daily
11-15Watch sections 21-28, 1 exam26-30Retake 3 practice exams daily

Sample 60-Day Study Plan (for beginners or limited study time)​

DayPlanDayPlan
1-5Watch sections 1-526-30Watch sections 22-26
6-10Watch sections 6-931-35Watch sections 27-28, take practice exams
11-15Watch sections 10-1436-45Take 1 practice exam daily
16-20Watch sections 15-1846-55Retake 1 practice exam daily
21-25Watch sections 19-2156-60Retake 1 practice exam daily