CareerFoundry
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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.
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AnonymousStudent • UX Design Program • OnlineFeb 11, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceUX Immersion
11-month intensive course focusing on UX fundamentals and training with industry-leading mentors.
Focus on data-driven UX methodology with comprehensive, hands-on training including:
-User Research
-User Journeys & User Personas
-Competitive Analysis
-Surveys & Interviews
-Information Architecture
-Wireframing
-Prototyping and Conversion Rate Optimization
-Usability Testing
I would definitely recommend this program. The mentors and tutors are exc...11-month intensive course focusing on UX fundamentals and training with industry-leading mentors.
Focus on data-driven UX methodology with comprehensive, hands-on training including:
-User Research
-User Journeys & User Personas
-Competitive Analysis
-Surveys & Interviews
-Information Architecture
-Wireframing
-Prototyping and Conversion Rate Optimization
-Usability Testing
I would definitely recommend this program. The mentors and tutors are excellent and really want you to succeed! You learn a lot throughout the course and each assignment is hands-on.- AnonymousGraduate • UX Design Program • OnlineFeb 07, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
UX Design Immersion Course
Overall, it is a well-crafted introductory immersion into the world of UX design (after all, the real learning will come from doing it on the job). I just wish they offered a UX Writing specialization. Also, the instructors were hit or miss. I think some of them just copy-and-paste boilerplate feedback and don't really look at your work. One of mine seemed to have no awareness of what my assignments were or where I was in the course. But the curriculum is enough on its own, if you're com...Overall, it is a well-crafted introductory immersion into the world of UX design (after all, the real learning will come from doing it on the job). I just wish they offered a UX Writing specialization. Also, the instructors were hit or miss. I think some of them just copy-and-paste boilerplate feedback and don't really look at your work. One of mine seemed to have no awareness of what my assignments were or where I was in the course. But the curriculum is enough on its own, if you're comfortable learning via written instruction and videos. The job assistance is stellar, providing tons of valuable guidance, practice, and personalized support. - AnonymousStudent • UX Design Program • OnlineJan 21, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
UX Design
CareerFoundry is one of the best UX/UI design programs online! The reason I chose it was mainly due to the time flexibility and opportunity for networking. They allow you to start whenever you're ready, and every student can go at their own pace. They give you a mentor, a tutor, another mentor for the job prep course, student advisors, and an entire Slack community so you can get to know other students. People also share a lot of resources there, especially for online job hunt/career-rel...CareerFoundry is one of the best UX/UI design programs online! The reason I chose it was mainly due to the time flexibility and opportunity for networking. They allow you to start whenever you're ready, and every student can go at their own pace. They give you a mentor, a tutor, another mentor for the job prep course, student advisors, and an entire Slack community so you can get to know other students. People also share a lot of resources there, especially for online job hunt/career-related events. Their lessons are pretty good too. They have links to helpful articles and video lessons sometimes too. Any questions I have outside of the lessons, I can ask my mentor (we have weekly video calls and I can Slack message him any time). Oh and my tutor always always gives me helpful articles to look at along with her feedback on my assignments.
Overall, I'd say the program is very good! - AnonymousUX Student • Student • UX Designer • OnlineDec 02, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Architect UX Designer to be
I am really happy about my experience at CareerFoundry.
The help of my tutor is invaluable and the course is super valid and makes me confident about my next career! - AnonymousStudent • UX Designer • OnlineNov 24, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Good choice
It was a good choice but challenging. Thanks to this course, I could get not only knowledge for the professional UX design, but also train myself in terms of being disciples.
One thing that I really want to tell is that tutor is not always good. I met Carlo J.C.M. van der Pluijm as my tutor. He looked down me and ignored my words. So I asked a student advisor to change my tutor and they changed my tutor, who is really nice and professional.
Overall, I highly recommended thi...It was a good choice but challenging. Thanks to this course, I could get not only knowledge for the professional UX design, but also train myself in terms of being disciples.
One thing that I really want to tell is that tutor is not always good. I met Carlo J.C.M. van der Pluijm as my tutor. He looked down me and ignored my words. So I asked a student advisor to change my tutor and they changed my tutor, who is really nice and professional.
Overall, I highly recommended this course. Course material is also reliable and student's community is a huge network all around the world.
The end of the course, You will have the option to choose 'job preparation course', which helps you prepare a resume, etc. All the process is well organised and prepared. Just bring your strong will. - AnonymousStudent • UX Design Program • OnlineOct 29, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Without experience, a definite challenge!
My time with Careerfoundry has been mainly positive. The structure of the overall course and transitions from each assignment (deliverable) is very organized and meaningful. Your assigned tutors are really a great resource to have. I will say that, as of today, about 80% done with the UX immersion course...I do not necessarily feel job ready. I do however feel I've gained a lot of valuable exposure and experience across many facets of UX and even UI. Yet I still personally feel I've got ...My time with Careerfoundry has been mainly positive. The structure of the overall course and transitions from each assignment (deliverable) is very organized and meaningful. Your assigned tutors are really a great resource to have. I will say that, as of today, about 80% done with the UX immersion course...I do not necessarily feel job ready. I do however feel I've gained a lot of valuable exposure and experience across many facets of UX and even UI. Yet I still personally feel I've got a ways to go before I find that genuine confidence to enter the job market, thats for sure! I will say, I do not necessarily agree with or rely on the time estimations for course work. In fact, I've spent a WHOLE LOT more time and dedication than they let off from the get go...which isn't a bad thing...but would have liked more transparency from the beggining to be honest.. As a complete rookie, this has been quite the challenge (to say the least) It's not easy stuff, and for the most part you're genuinely kind of on your own to keep up with the pace. I am grateful for the layout of the program and the support from both my tutor and mentor, but there's still leaps and bounds to overcome.. Progress never pefection... - AnonymousStudent • UX Designer • OnlineOct 28, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
UX designer intensive training
The UX Design training with CareerFoundry provides the necessary tools to work in real environments with professionals working in the field, helping you at every step but at the same time giving you the freedom to learn at your own pace. - AnonymousGraduate • UI Design Program • OnlineOct 28, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Now I can start my new career as UX & UI Designer!
I can really recommend this course to everyone who wants to start a new career or maybe just wants to strengthen their existing skills. Personally I was new to every design themes and I didn't imagine to learn so much within such a short period of time. It's an intense course but on top to the skillset you get, it really helps you to start thinking as a designer and gives you enough confidence to start something new. - AnonymousStudent • Data Analytics Program • OnlineOct 13, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
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The Data Analytics program in career foundry is very compact. I found the program engaging. I would highly suggest this program to people who want to become a data analyst. - AnonymousE-commerce merchandiser • Student • UX Design Program • OnlineSep 23, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
UX Design Course
Great course, great tutors and mentors. Course already helped me get a UX design internship and I’m even done with the course yet - AnonymousStudent • UI Design Program • OnlineSep 12, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Best decision!
Career foundry has been a great decision, and my only regret is that I didn’t start sooner. Help is always available whether it’s from your assigned tutor or mentor, and you can also reach out and even collaborate with other students to help get your assignments finished. It feels like a real school environment, which I was a little worried about with working only online- but it’s been great in keeping me on track and motivated. Would recommend! - AnonymousOnlineSep 10, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Good for learning the basics
I think bootcamps are what you make out of it. I have prior graphic design experience so the curriculum was pretty easy for me. I found that my instructors kind of glanced over my work, so unless I gave specific questions, my assignments got approved. I supplemented my bootcamp with alot of online workshops and meetups because I thought the assignments were kind of dry/beginnerish. Plus side is being able to follow a timeline. I know if I were to study on my own, I would get lost wit...I think bootcamps are what you make out of it. I have prior graphic design experience so the curriculum was pretty easy for me. I found that my instructors kind of glanced over my work, so unless I gave specific questions, my assignments got approved. I supplemented my bootcamp with alot of online workshops and meetups because I thought the assignments were kind of dry/beginnerish. Plus side is being able to follow a timeline. I know if I were to study on my own, I would get lost with the plethora of materials on the internet.
My advice to anyone looking for a bootcamp is to make sure you know that you'll have to take a hold of your education and make sure you put in the work to make your portfolio shine. You aren't gonna get spoonfed a job with the job guarantee. You really do need to work for it.
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Based on 1,400+ CareerFoundry reviews on Course Report, alumni appreciate the practical, skill-building approach of the bootcamps, particularly highlighting the mentorship, structured and engaging curriculum, and the flexibility to learn at their own pace. One student remarked, "The support and feedback from the Tutor and Mentor are what keeps me motivated, energized and confident about the skill I’m learning." However, some noted that learning online can feel lonely, especially for tasks typically done in teams.
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FAQs
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. 1,502 CareerFoundry alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed CareerFoundry on Course Report - you should start there!
Is CareerFoundry legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 1,502 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?
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You can read 1,502 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.