thanks for the advice,
i do however want to get the atpl part over with as quick as i can.
the cpl and other parts of training i will be taking my time with over the next 1 to 2 yrs.
i have a job i can go back to after i complete the atpl.
self study i think i would find very hard, i find some parts of the ppl difficult but will still manage ie navigation. starting to get the hang of it now.
would studying atpl in the states count against you from an airline company point of view.