Hey welcome abord, There are a couple of threads already in the group about what will make this easy quest so i wont get into detail here (got to get the Daughter to school so a bit tight on time).
Summary:
Make time to dedicate to learning,
Read the intro to each lesson,
Read the notes to the instructor,
Read any associated books included with the lesson plan,
Do the lesson summary Q&A included with every lesson.
The tests are Open Book!!!!
take your time on the studys, if you have an unannounced distraction, deal with it first (those with Kids and Grand kids know what I am speaking of), then return to your studys.
Avoid online rescources like you tube for now, after you get going in the real world these rescources can be a great rescource, but because we have our own way of doing things, the videos online may not reflect what the instructor is asking for.
The field is like any field out there today, old addage, "fish in every pond, and turds in every toilet" so just associate your self to the fish and flush the turds.
Oh and if you have questions don't be afraid to ask!!!