60 Days of Better Study Planning' Course
Turn your planners into a routine that actually works
Duration: 60 days of implementation, at your own pace
Format:Â Online, self-directed, video lessons, reflection prompts, quizzes
Access: Lifetime, review as often as you need
Suitable for: Students in high-school and  early university Â
What you need:Â A computer or phone device to access lessons
Fee:Â $56
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Course Details
What you'll learn in this course
Having a planner is one thing. Using it well is another. This course turns your QUEST Study Skills planner templates, or any planner you already use, into a routine you'll actually keep, covering months, weeks, days, goals, and projects.
You'll learn how to:
- Achieve your term goals
- Complete assignments and projects calmly, without last-minute study sessions
- Build a weekly rhythm that balances school, study, and life
- Study for exams gradually, without the stress
- Stay consistent with your planning habits
Module 1
Plan the Month
See the bigger picture across two months, balancing study goals, deadlines, and personal priorities in one clear layout.
You'll learn:
- How to see two months at once
- How to balance deadlines and personal priorities
- How to spot conflicts before they become stressful
The skill you'll build: knowing what's coming, before it becomes urgent.
Module 2
Set your Weekly Rhythm
Balance classes, homework, and personal time using a clear weekly layout, then test it across the term.
You'll learn:
- How to build a weekly template that includes classes, homework, and personal time
- How to adjust it as your term changes
- How to test a rhythm before committing to it long-term
The skill you'll build: a weekly structure you can actually follow, week after week.
Module 3
Map your Days
Confidently plan each day, organising study sessions and personal commitments around your week.
You'll learn:
- How to break a week into clear daily tasks
- How to fit study sessions around personal commitments
- How to plan ahead instead of reacting day to day
The skill you'll build: knowing what to do each day, without deciding it each morning.
Module 4
Reach your Goals
Break goals into smaller, achievable steps so you can track real progress across the month.
You'll learn:
- How to break a big goal into smaller steps
- How to track progress without pressure
- How to adjust a goal when circumstances change
The skill you'll build: real progress you can see and measure, not just intentions.
Module 5
Master Your Projects
Break projects into milestones, working through each step calmly with an easy-to-follow tracker.
You'll learn:
- How to break a project into milestones
- How to track progress on longer assignments
- How to avoid last-minute rushes
The skill you'll build: finishing projects steadily, not all at once at the end.
Module 6
Target your Priorities
When there's too much on your plate, use simple techniques to calmly get the important things done.
You'll learn:
- How to decide what to do first when everything feels urgent
- Simple prioritising techniques you can use anywhere
- How to say no to less important tasks calmly
The skill you'll build: calm decisions about what matters most, even when there's a lot going on.
Module 7
Go Digital (Optional)
Use your planner templates on a laptop, tablet, or phone instead of on paper, whichever fits how you actually work.
You'll learn:
- How to set a template as a background in OneNote and write or type directly on it, works on almost any device, including most older tablets
- How to check whether your tablet supports handwriting apps like GoodNotes or Notability before relying on them
- How to use a simple PDF viewer as a reliable fallback that works on virtually any device, with no app compatibility issues
The skill you'll build: choosing the digital option that actually works on the device you already have, without buying anything new.
Who this course is for
- Students who've downloaded QUEST Study Skills planner templates and want to actually use them well
- Students who have a planner but don't use it consistently
- Anyone wanting to organise a full term, not just single days
- Students preparing for a busy exam period
- Parents wanting to help their child build a planning routine
After completing Level 1, you'll have:
- A monthly plan that balances goals, deadlines, and personal time
- A weekly rhythm you can actually follow
- A simple way to map out each day
- Goals broken into steps you can track
- A system for managing projects without last-minute rushes
- A way to decide what matters most when things get busy
What students have said
Angela, Year 10
"I learned new techniques that I may apply within my school work and assignments. The most helpful part was probably the part where we learnt about how we should tackle certain problems and the tips we could use."
Andy, Year 11
"It's great! I've learned a lot and now I finally know how to manage myself properly... Quest Study Skills did help me a lot, especially in the part where we should manage our time well."
Jasmine, Year 10
"I usually get bad grades but after doing the study skills I have noticed that my grades have changed from C-D to A-B. I manage my time and I don't need to stress over not finishing my assignments on time."
Nicole, Year 10
"I find this course very useful. Personally, I think it will improve my study skills and also my time management. Denise has made this class / course enjoyable and fun than I expected. I have gained a lot of knowledge from these lessons."