Skillcrush
Average Rating4.81
438 Reviews
3 Courses
Skillcrush is a woman-owned, independent, online coding & design school founded in 2012. Skillcrush offers both free and paid programs, including the self-paced Break Into Tech + Job Guarantee program, which prepares students for entry-level positions in front end development and design. Skillcrush is on a mission to empower career changers — with a special focus on women and BIPOC — with the technical skills they need to transition into higher-earning, more fulfilling and flexible careers in tech.
Students who enroll in the Break Into Tech program will have access to both the Front End Developer and Designer career tracks. The curriculum covers HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Git, Github, visual design fundamentals, and more. Once students complete the technical skill building portion of the Break Into Tech (about 16-20 weeks), they receive 180 days of hands-on job search support including 1-on-1 and group coaching, and the opportunity to interview with Skillcrush employer partners.
Skillcrush is an open enrollment school, so no application is necessary. Skillcrush has trained over 20,000 students, and has an over 90% success rate of placing students in qualified jobs with an average time to get hired of 8-10 weeks.
Skillcrush offers tuition assistance for people who are unemployed, full-time students, and current or former military service members. Skillcrush encourages students to email hello@skillcrush.com to discuss payment options.
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LizStudent • (2) Front End Developer Track (Break Into Tech + Get Hired Program) • OnlineJul 09, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/AExceeded Expectations By Far!
The curriculum is organized in a very intuitive and easy to follow manner, with a lot more resources than I had hoped to be provided. The instructors and counselors are really quick to respond, very encouraging, and are like awesome coaches. I really get a sense that the culture at Skillcrush is super supportive and truly wants everyone to succeed. I have not looked for a job yet, but have a feeling that the team would also be very helpful. I feel very blessed to have found Skillcrush an...The curriculum is organized in a very intuitive and easy to follow manner, with a lot more resources than I had hoped to be provided. The instructors and counselors are really quick to respond, very encouraging, and are like awesome coaches. I really get a sense that the culture at Skillcrush is super supportive and truly wants everyone to succeed. I have not looked for a job yet, but have a feeling that the team would also be very helpful. I feel very blessed to have found Skillcrush and look forward to continue learning from the school. Thank you Skillcrush!- Edgar Zapata GarfiasJob searching • StudentMay 05, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Frontend Developer + React
Learn html, css, javascript, react and node.js through examples, feedback exercises, etc. - Thomas HurrieStudent • Student • (2) Front End Developer Track (Break Into Tech + Get Hired Program) • OnlineMay 05, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Affordable, top notch instruction AND 1 on 1 mentoring!
Before starting Skillcrush, I had tried a few other paths including free code camp, Kahn Academy, and a Google Certificate via Coursera. I have found Skillcrush instruction to be the best and the price is very affordable compared to some of the other coding boot camps out there. Also, 1 on 1 mentoring is unheard of at this price point. I have progressed faster than ever through this program and am confident I will be job ready upon completion. - MichelleStudent • Visual Designer Blueprint • OnlineApr 23, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Visual Designer Blueprint - Review
This blueprint has been very helpful and informative. I have finally discovered what I would like to do with my life and this program from Skillcrush really helped me! I am almost finished with the program and am so excited to begin work. The program was very thorough, user-friendly, and a lot of fun. I would definitely recommend this program and look forward to learning more with Skillcrush soon! - Emily A. AlmondStudent • Front End Developer Blueprint • OnlineApr 20, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
HTML & CSS
I've had a lot of professional training in my career, in addition to my Master's degree, and hands down Skillcrush is one of the most effective, efficient and enjoyable learning experiences I've had. It's accessible and iterative. The curriculum is organized in digestible chunks - each lesson builds on the previous one, so new and technical coursework never seems intimidating. The Skillcrush team are also super responsive on Slack, in live Q&A sessions and over email. I've been in pl...I've had a lot of professional training in my career, in addition to my Master's degree, and hands down Skillcrush is one of the most effective, efficient and enjoyable learning experiences I've had. It's accessible and iterative. The curriculum is organized in digestible chunks - each lesson builds on the previous one, so new and technical coursework never seems intimidating. The Skillcrush team are also super responsive on Slack, in live Q&A sessions and over email. I've been in plenty of University classes where I was basically ignored.. this is the opposite of that. Finally, the documentation is top-notch. Notes, cheat sheets, articles.. it's all available and I've already started cobbling together my own reference library from their knowledge bases. I think this class is a bargain. - TaylorStudent • Front End Developer Blueprint • OnlineApr 16, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
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Overall, I am extremely satisfied with my experience thus far at Skillcrush. The HTML & CSS course was a lot of fun while also being very informative. The instructors are all super helpful and provide a multitude of resources.
If I had to offer feedback for one thing, however, I think having more exercises and practices would be great. This is kind of a small nitpick though as Skillcrush definitely offers various websites that have additional information and exercises. Also the s...Overall, I am extremely satisfied with my experience thus far at Skillcrush. The HTML & CSS course was a lot of fun while also being very informative. The instructors are all super helpful and provide a multitude of resources.
If I had to offer feedback for one thing, however, I think having more exercises and practices would be great. This is kind of a small nitpick though as Skillcrush definitely offers various websites that have additional information and exercises. Also the student community and instructors are readily available. The Coding Camp offered for free is also great for anyone who wants to dip their toes into the world of coding. - SenStudent • (2) Front End Developer Track (Break Into Tech + Get Hired Program) • OnlineApr 01, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Worth every penny!
This course is not cheap, but it’s worth every penny!!
I joined the Break into Tech course after trying out their free bootcamp. I was hooked after the bootcamp and couldn’t get Skillcrush off my mind. After a few years of wanting to learn to code but never really getting it, Skillcrush was the first course that really allowed me to understand what was going on. I decided to invest and have not regretted one bit.
They teach really well and put a lot of heart, effort and thi...This course is not cheap, but it’s worth every penny!!
I joined the Break into Tech course after trying out their free bootcamp. I was hooked after the bootcamp and couldn’t get Skillcrush off my mind. After a few years of wanting to learn to code but never really getting it, Skillcrush was the first course that really allowed me to understand what was going on. I decided to invest and have not regretted one bit.
They teach really well and put a lot of heart, effort and thinking into how to make it better and better, and it shows. They structure lessons into bite-sized pieces, easy to understand, really digestable, and give you opportunities to practice at the right point to help build up your skill level.
What’s even more amazing is that they give you feedback and reassurances at just the right point of time too to make sure you don’t lose confidence in yourself (which is easy to happen giving you’re learning something new and so technical), plus they regularly ask you for comments to see what’s on your mind and help you out. And they use your feedback to continuously improve their course!
The instructors provide really timely feedback (within 12 hours in my own experience) and it’s not just a template response. When you have specific issues in mind, they really can help you out by answering you directly or pointing you in the right direction.
I also like their idea of fast-track paths to keep us in focus in learning one major skill first. I have a tendency to wander around and without their fast-track concept I would have been going all over trying to learn everything, but in the end not really being able to learn anything. But their fast-track path sets out clear steps and I just have to follow.
Some people might say you can get the same content for free online, which is probably true, but without this structured curriculum and support, it’s not easy to learn. I think I’m paying especially for the Skillcrush’s team in deciding HOW to teach us, which has definitely lowered the threshold for learning tech.
Really I just have good things to say about them - it is a worthwhile purchase! - ClariceStudent • (2) Front End Developer Track (Break Into Tech + Get Hired Program) • OnlineMar 29, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Clear path to success
I was so reluctant to commit to a paid bootcamp, I found difficult to imagine why it would be better than learning with free resources. I took the free course offered by Skillcrush and we clicked. Also they were offering everything that I lacked with free courses: structure, support and a clear path to achieve my goals. I signed up for the Break Into Tech Blueprint and I just finished the first part of the Front-end dev fast track. I'm so glad with my decision to join! Now I understand w...I was so reluctant to commit to a paid bootcamp, I found difficult to imagine why it would be better than learning with free resources. I took the free course offered by Skillcrush and we clicked. Also they were offering everything that I lacked with free courses: structure, support and a clear path to achieve my goals. I signed up for the Break Into Tech Blueprint and I just finished the first part of the Front-end dev fast track. I'm so glad with my decision to join! Now I understand what all the great reviews are all about. They give you all the very important fundamental pieces you need in order to understand what are you doing and why. They check in with you frequently and the slack community is super friendly. I'm so happy that I'm finally learning things properly, it's such a relief!
P.S: In case you are not a beginner: I've been teaching myself how to code for the past year from C to Python and game dev. I find the pace and level of the course very good. - DoinaStudent • (2) Front End Developer Track (Break Into Tech + Get Hired Program) • OnlineMar 21, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Unemployed
The Skillcrush course is simply awesome! Such a supportive team of instructors who are always there to help and support!
Lessons are well explained, simple to understand, and practice!
Love it!
- ElizaStudent • (2) Front End Developer Track (Break Into Tech + Get Hired Program) • OnlineFeb 23, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Completely new to tech, and already coded two websites!!!
I am 25 years old and was looking for a career that would allow me to be creative and also support myself, but escaping the traditional 9-to-5. When I found Skillcrush, their 5-minute test to see if a career in tech might be a good fit for me really opened my eyes that tech might be where the kind of career I was looking for resided. My father works in tech as a computer systems engineer but I had always thought I was too right-brained, as I'm a musician and artist. But after taking the ...I am 25 years old and was looking for a career that would allow me to be creative and also support myself, but escaping the traditional 9-to-5. When I found Skillcrush, their 5-minute test to see if a career in tech might be a good fit for me really opened my eyes that tech might be where the kind of career I was looking for resided. My father works in tech as a computer systems engineer but I had always thought I was too right-brained, as I'm a musician and artist. But after taking the test and sampling their course through the coding bootcamp (which was so fun!) I saw that a viable creative career in tech could be really possible. They offer payment plans and discounts so it was affordable, and now three weeks into the Break Into Tech course I am growing a solid understanding of HTML/CSS and have coded two websites already! The course is well-structured and in-depth and I'm so very pleased and happy to be a part of the community and continue on this new journey. I highly recommend it and suggest you give their coding bootcamp a try! Go Skillcrush! - MarcusConsultant • Student • (2) Front End Developer Track (Break Into Tech + Get Hired Program) • OnlineFeb 22, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Best thing I ever did!
I toyed with a few different courses before signing up the skillcrush, all of which were clunky and difficult to follow. As a total beginner and new to code, skillcrush was the obvious choice. Really welcoming, extremely user friendly, and empowering at every step. I learned more in a week than I ever imagined and had built my first website within the first month. I’m still just taking it day by day but I can safely say this is the best experience I’ve ever had from an independent traini...I toyed with a few different courses before signing up the skillcrush, all of which were clunky and difficult to follow. As a total beginner and new to code, skillcrush was the obvious choice. Really welcoming, extremely user friendly, and empowering at every step. I learned more in a week than I ever imagined and had built my first website within the first month. I’m still just taking it day by day but I can safely say this is the best experience I’ve ever had from an independent training provider. The best part is it’s super Affordable, and I pay a fair price each month. Highly recommend! - PaigeStudent • (2) Front End Developer Track (Break Into Tech + Get Hired Program) • OnlineFeb 15, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Break Into Tech
I have really enjoyed this program. It has given me an opportunity to explore many areas of Tech in order to find which area I would like to concentrate in. The tutorials are done in a micro format that I appreciate, it is like learning from a coworker! I would recommend this program to anyone considering a transition into the tech industry!
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Skillcrush Alumni Reviews Summary
Based on 400+ Skillcrush alumni reviews on Course Report, the school is highly regarded for its comprehensive and self-paced online courses in web development and design. Students consistently praise the engaging curriculum, supportive instructors, and the responsive feedback system. One reviewer says "Skillcrush creates a welcoming and empowering space for women looking to break into tech. The inclusive atmosphere and tailored support make it an ideal choice for women seeking a career change." However, a few reviews suggest that the program's self-paced nature might not suit those who prefer a more structured learning environment.
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4.8
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4.8
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4.8
Job Assistance
4.4
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FAQs
How much does Skillcrush cost?
Skillcrush costs around $2,999. On the lower end, some Skillcrush courses like (3) UI/UX Designer Track (Break Into Tech + Get Hired Program) cost $2,499.
What courses does Skillcrush teach?
Skillcrush offers courses like (1) Full Stack Developer Track (Break Into Tech + Get Hired Program), (2) Front End Developer Track (Break Into Tech + Get Hired Program), (3) UI/UX Designer Track (Break Into Tech + Get Hired Program).
Where does Skillcrush have campuses?
Skillcrush teaches students Online in a remote classroom.
Is Skillcrush worth it?
Skillcrush hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 438 Skillcrush alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Skillcrush on Course Report - you should start there!
Is Skillcrush legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 438 Skillcrush alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Skillcrush and rate their overall experience a 4.81 out of 5.
Does Skillcrush offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?
Right now, it doesn't look like Skillcrush 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 Skillcrush reviews?
You can read 438 reviews of Skillcrush on Course Report! Skillcrush alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Skillcrush and rate their overall experience a 4.81 out of 5.
Is Skillcrush accredited?
While bootcamps must be approved to operate, accreditation is relatively rare. Skillcrush doesn't yet share information about their accreditation status.