Newbie question?

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Hi all,
Been doing some reading on here and I’m after some friendly advice.
I’m looking into doing the CompTIA A+ course via distance learning due to work commitments.

I have seen a few post on here about distance learning V college learning.
How does Distance learning acutely work?
You guys that done it via distance learning did you read all course subjects via books / internet likeCompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide, Sixth Edition (Comptia A+ Certification All-In-One Exam Guide, (Exams 220-) then book your self online or in to college to take the exam?
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Just not sure how it works?

My IT qualifications are a bit out dated now, did a HNC in IT technology in 2001 so want to get back up to date.

Many thanks