Both according to his own goals and how well he sticks with it. Many systems say it takes several lifetimes to be free of this place. In this system you can learn what you need to know in one lifetime. There's a lot of spiritual merchandise being offered these days. Some are trying to sell something which people already possess.
Life is eternal.
Don't let anyone try to sell it to you. They can't take it away. We're not trying to sell you something you already have. We are willing to teach you how to use your being to a much greater personal profit. It's hard to put a price on that.