Took the Becker review class after graduating ('98). Didn't really take it real serious though. Biggest reason for the course was to see how it was and I definitely was taking the exam so I could be grandfathered in. I was in the last year of only needing a four year degree to sit in the CPA exam, now to take it in Washington you need a fifth year. I knew I was never going to work for a CPA firm, so never needed the CPA certificate. Thought the Becker was good, I did the classroom every Saturday course. If you are serious expect to spend about 1-3 hours of own time for every hour in class. If I had to do it again would definitely take the classroom again. Liked having the instructor's and they all were there for you. Gave you their office number and after hours contact info for any questions you had. Hope that helps.