CareerFoundry is an online bootcamp that offers flexibly paced programs for career changers in web development, UX design, UI design, product design, data analytics, digital marketing, and product management. Headquartered in Berlin but with a global student base, CareerFoundry has provided tech education since 2013.
CareerFoundry combines the flexibility of online learning with the guidance of mentors and tutors through their dual mentorship model, training students to become job-ready in four to 12 months, or their money back.
No previous experience is required to apply for the programs. Students should have access to a computer and an internet connection, and an interest in the topic they are planning to study. Students apply via the CareerFoundry website by connecting with an advisor who can talk through their options. Students will need to pay a deposit to secure their place, then complete the required pre-work before the program commences.
I was sceptical about online learning, but CF did an amazing job of building the whole platform. The curriculum is very well structured and each lesson is followed by practical work. Tutors and mentors are timely, encouraging, helpful and their feedback is always constructive. Another great thing is that CareerFoundry offers 50% discount on almost every UX/UI design related software.
I would dearly recommend it to everyone who wants to jump into this creative ...
I was sceptical about online learning, but CF did an amazing job of building the whole platform. The curriculum is very well structured and each lesson is followed by practical work. Tutors and mentors are timely, encouraging, helpful and their feedback is always constructive. Another great thing is that CareerFoundry offers 50% discount on almost every UX/UI design related software.
I would dearly recommend it to everyone who wants to jump into this creative field.
As a full-time employee, I was pretty hesitant when looking at in-person and online bootcamps. What made me choose CareerFoundry was the flexibility of the program, the curriculum (you can tell it’s structured and written by professionals who know what they are doing) and the responsiveness of the staff. You feel like you belong to a team of people who genuinely want you to succeed, I have never seen them denying assistance to anyone, whatever the step they were in.
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As a full-time employee, I was pretty hesitant when looking at in-person and online bootcamps. What made me choose CareerFoundry was the flexibility of the program, the curriculum (you can tell it’s structured and written by professionals who know what they are doing) and the responsiveness of the staff. You feel like you belong to a team of people who genuinely want you to succeed, I have never seen them denying assistance to anyone, whatever the step they were in.
Someone wrote that you can find most of the materials of the course online and for free — it’s true, but I don’t think the material should be the reason why one enrolls at CF. You choose CF because you don’t want to take all the steps by yourself, because you want to be backed by a strong community and a tutor, and a mentor, who carefully review your tasks and make it easier for you to identify your areas of improvement. I know myself and I know I struggle to keep the motivation alive (especially when I have to study after a full work day) and I’m sure I wouldn’t be able to do all this if it wasn’t for Carlo and Sophie guiding me through the course, providing precious insights based on their hands-on experience in the field. For me, the real value of CF is ultimately the “human” aspect.
Don’t expect, though, that you won’t be doing research on your own and expand your knowledge on other resources. I strongly recommend deepening your UX knowledge on your own, based on your interests and your career plan: it’s an ever-evolving field so the sooner your start, the better, especially because some chapters are a great starting point but are not exhaustive in themselves. They give you the right direction, then it's up to you to carve your own path.
Speaking strictly about the workload, I am pretty ahead of the milestones while working full-time, so the deadlines feel quite reasonable. I can’t say much about the job assistance because I have just started the job preparation course, but it looks up-to-date. I even started applying some of the knowledge I learned during these months in my current job and it’s very rewarding: I look forward to finishing the course and seeing what the future holds for me in this wonderful field.
It's been very intense and hard, but after each assignment I feel like I'm building upon my knowledge, which is great. I like deadlines and without them I definitely wouldn't come that far. Hope to finish the course on time. What the UX Design course (full-time) has done for me, is not to just spark a real enthusiasm about the topic, but also gave me tools to be more confident in embarking onto a completely new journey. A special shout-out to the brilliant tutor I had!
I have already done the Web-developer course and currently I am working on the UX course. The insights helped me to understand a lot of aspects these two professions. Even tough I am full-time employed, the content and the tasks are manageable (if you have at least some kind of related knowledge). The Mentor and Tutors are helpful and have never turned down a question.
I am just over half way through my course and throughly enjoying it! The support from both my tutor and mentor is amazing, they provide clear, constructive and timely feedback enabling me to swiftly improve my work and continue with the assignments. I found that they are also incredibly emotionally supportive in times where I may have felt overwhelmed or stressed! It took me a long time to choose the establishment I would study UX with, and no doubt believe that I made the best decision! T...
I am just over half way through my course and throughly enjoying it! The support from both my tutor and mentor is amazing, they provide clear, constructive and timely feedback enabling me to swiftly improve my work and continue with the assignments. I found that they are also incredibly emotionally supportive in times where I may have felt overwhelmed or stressed! It took me a long time to choose the establishment I would study UX with, and no doubt believe that I made the best decision! Thanks guys 😃
I did more than half of Career Foundry UX immersion course and I should say it is one of the best decisions i made in my life.
Course is well structured and opportunity to work with real tutor and mentor gives me both flexibility and good level of feedback.
I am currently studying UI design course at Career Foundry and i am really liking the course material, there is a lot of information , and is really well structured. I am glad i found this course!
CareerFoundry is an awesome investment for people who want to learn a new skill, change careers, or just improve on the skills they already have. I took the UI Design course and am so happy I chose this particular program. It is self-paced but they give clear milestones to keep you on track, which is exactly what I needed. Pluse, the mentor + tutor I got matched with helped me so much throughout the course. Highly recommend!
I am only a month into CareerFoundry's UX program but it has far already provided a great beginning to my studies. I already feel like I have a solid understanding of the UX design process. The tasks have been very practical and the support from my tutor, mentor and student advisors has been great and very encouraging. I'm excited to continue on in the course and delve deeper into topics. I highly recommend this program for those who are wanting to begin in the field!
I'm very glad I found this course. I'm in the middle of a career transition and the support they provide at careerfoundry is tremendous! Definitely recommend!
I'm halfway through the UX design course and I must say that so far I've been loving it! I knew very little of UX before starting the course so I found the UX Fundamentals really helpful to gain a better understanding of the subject. I was worried that the material in the UX Immersion would be repetitive but it was not the case: the module is well structured and very focused on the course project. I am a big fan of the learning by doing approach and I am truly having fun while doing the co...
I'm halfway through the UX design course and I must say that so far I've been loving it! I knew very little of UX before starting the course so I found the UX Fundamentals really helpful to gain a better understanding of the subject. I was worried that the material in the UX Immersion would be repetitive but it was not the case: the module is well structured and very focused on the course project. I am a big fan of the learning by doing approach and I am truly having fun while doing the course.
Also, my mentor and tutor are simply exceptional: they always provide me with timely and encouraging feedback, not to mention the great insight into the UX world I can have chatting with my mentor. I hope to have the same support while looking for a job. So far, I can only say good things about CareerFoundry.
How much does CareerFoundry cost?
CareerFoundry costs around $7,900. On the lower end, some CareerFoundry courses like Data Analytics Program cost $6,900.
What courses does CareerFoundry teach?
CareerFoundry offers courses like Data Analytics Program, Digital Marketing Program, Full-Stack Web Development Program, Product Design Program and 3 more.
Where does CareerFoundry have campuses?
CareerFoundry teaches students Online in a remote classroom.
Is CareerFoundry worth it?
CareerFoundry hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 1,506 CareerFoundry alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed CareerFoundry on Course Report - you should start there!
Is CareerFoundry legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 1,506 CareerFoundry alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed CareerFoundry and rate their overall experience a 4.66 out of 5.
Does CareerFoundry offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?
Right now, it doesn't look like CareerFoundry offers scholarships or accepts the GI Bill. We're always adding to the list of schools that do offer Exclusive Course Report Scholarships and a list of the bootcamps that accept the GI Bill.
Can I read CareerFoundry reviews?
You can read 1,506 reviews of CareerFoundry on Course Report! CareerFoundry alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed CareerFoundry and rate their overall experience a 4.66 out of 5.
Is CareerFoundry accredited?
While bootcamps must be approved to operate, accreditation is relatively rare. CareerFoundry doesn't yet share information about their accreditation status.
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