Sucked. They condensed it down to 3 weeks. 14 instruction days, 1 test prep day, and the test day. Weekends are crucial for study time. I've seen on here mentioned that basics is a breeze and you have to be a dunce to fail it...but that doesn't apply to the zoom version. If you an instrument rated pilot with a heavy aviation background, it's not too bad. If you have no experience, you're going to have to study like your life depended on it.
Pre-tax number always lead to false securities. I know net pay is dependent on a number of factors, but if you're a single person not claiming any dependents, expect to take home a hair over $300 a week. Start living light, you are not allowed to work during the M-F 9-5 hours, even if you are not scheduled for class...that restriction starts the second you swear in.