BrainStation is a global digital skills provider empowering teams and professionals with industry-recognized certifications and world-class instruction across AI, Product Management, Product Design, Data, and Digital Marketing. BrainStation specializes in in-person learning experiences and corporate training programs, trusted by everyone from Fortune 500 companies to high-growth emerging companies. Established in 2012, BrainStation has worked with over 500 instructors from the most innovative brands to develop cutting-edge, real-world digital education. Whether students are looking for career transformation or professional development, BrainStation offers a range of learning options, including full-time and part-time diploma programs, part-time certificate courses, and specialized skills training.
BrainStation’s courses and bootcamps offer a collaborative, project-based learning experience, with a regularly updated curriculum to ensure professionals gain the most relevant skills in their field. The class structure combines engaging, live instruction with interactive sessions and a hands-on, project-based curriculum. BrainStation also provides a variety of flexible learning options, including a proprietary online classroom and learning environment. This environment lets students attend live lectures, collaborate with fellow professionals, and receive immediate, real-time feedback from instructors – from anywhere in the world.
BrainStation has trained more than 30,000 alumni in over 100 countries. BrainStation’s bootcamps offer personalized career services, including career coaching to help learners meet their career goals. Networking and career-oriented events are also available at BrainStation.
Reviews
2,338 reviews of BrainStation
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Marlon AcelorGraduate · Data Analytics Course · Graduated 2024
Amazing Course!
Brainstation gave me an abundance of knowledge and tools needed to become successful in this new career path. The learning environment is amazing. You also meet like minded intelligent individuals in different career paths. Great place to network. Just fini...Brainstation gave me an abundance of knowledge and tools needed to become successful in this new career path. The learning environment is amazing. You also meet like minded intelligent individuals in different career paths. Great place to network. Just finished their Data Analytics course!Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Shedner AgenorPrelitigation Analyst · Data Analytics Course · Graduation year 2024
Great Teachers
The course provides a substantial amount of information, which can feel overwhelming at times, but it is made manageable and engaging by the incredible teachers. These instructors have an exceptional understanding of the subject matter, as they are professi...The course provides a substantial amount of information, which can feel overwhelming at times, but it is made manageable and engaging by the incredible teachers. These instructors have an exceptional understanding of the subject matter, as they are professionals actively working in their respective fields, bringing real-world expertise.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Andrew ErnstGraduate · User Interface Design Course Online · Graduated 2024
Online classes are not worth the money or time
Instructors reading a slide deck does not count as teaching. I recently finished the online UI Design certificate course. It consisted of 8 weekly online classes, each primarily a 3 hour lecture. I and many other students already had some base knowledge in ...Instructors reading a slide deck does not count as teaching. I recently finished the online UI Design certificate course. It consisted of 8 weekly online classes, each primarily a 3 hour lecture. I and many other students already had some base knowledge in UI design and for us this course had very little new information.
Any claim that this course was innovative or taught by expert instructors was a lie. Yes, the instructors were professionals in their field, but certainly not experienced at teaching a pedagogically effective way. I was not alone among my classmates in feeling this way.
Pros:
- get to choice own project to work on, which makes a good portfolio piece at the end
- content of material was generally well structured with links to learn more
Cons:
- 3 hour online lectures with minimal interactivity is not accessible learning for students with ADHD
- no content outside of class, just the lecture. Exercises and mini assignments would have been very helpful
- very expensive for what it was. There are cheaper and better options
- most material is far too basic for people who've done some design work or spent time learning on their ownOverall2.0Curriculum3.0Job supportN/AInstructors3.0 -
Jordan SosaBartender · Graduation year 2017
Terrible
Very bad experience I try to sold a problem the teacher never get bad to me and in the end instead to fixed the issue just wake off, and I even pay for this curses are no cheap I don’t understand why should I be treated in that way doesn’t make sense to me ...Very bad experience I try to sold a problem the teacher never get bad to me and in the end instead to fixed the issue just wake off, and I even pay for this curses are no cheap I don’t understand why should I be treated in that way doesn’t make sense to me be I pay for the education and I just ask some questions and try to get my job done anyway I don’t recommend at all stay away from this company.Overall1.0Curriculum1.0Job support1.0Instructors1.0 -
Keerat Singh TanwarGraduate · Web Development Bootcamp · Graduated 2024
Highly knowledgeable and caring people
Brainstation was really helpful for me. They actually cared about the students and actually I enjoyed every day of it! If you are stuck then there is always someone available to help you. I will miss everyone from this program!Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
EffieSoftware Engineer · Software Engineering Bootcamp · Graduation year 2024
Absolutely loved it
I have completed Brainstation's Software Engineering bootcamp in person in London and really loved the experience. The work itself, the educators and the campus experience were all top tier. It's a well developed course with lots of practical opportunities,...I have completed Brainstation's Software Engineering bootcamp in person in London and really loved the experience. The work itself, the educators and the campus experience were all top tier. It's a well developed course with lots of practical opportunities, interesting lectures and projects which reflect industry-standard professional practices. The people were all great and I had a lot of fun working with other learners on fast-paced projects. I would 100% recommend the bootcamp for anyone considering a career transition. Expect to work hard and prep as much as you can, it's fast paced!Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Sung KimGraduate · Full-Time Software Engineering Bootcamp Online · Graduated 2024
Great learning experience
Amazing experience of learning online with all educators and career success team. Instructors are good but two instructors left during the course. I will recommend this course for all. This is a real good program who are planning to transfer to digital tech...Amazing experience of learning online with all educators and career success team. Instructors are good but two instructors left during the course. I will recommend this course for all. This is a real good program who are planning to transfer to digital tech industry or positions. Thanks all of the staffs!Overall4.0Curriculum5.0Job support4.0Instructors4.0 -
Nico ReincheldStudent · Full-Time Software Engineering Bootcamp Online · Graduation year 2024
Great Program and Instructors
I had a genuinely great experience in BrainStation's 12-week online software engineering bootcamp. The program challenged me in unexpected ways, and I had the opportunity to meet some incredible people with whom I built lasting friendships. The course cultu...I had a genuinely great experience in BrainStation's 12-week online software engineering bootcamp. The program challenged me in unexpected ways, and I had the opportunity to meet some incredible people with whom I built lasting friendships. The course culture is highly supportive, fostering the development of both skills and confidence needed to enter the workforce and build a successful career.Were there some shortcomings? Of course—no program is perfect. I wish we had spent more time on AI integration and user authorization. However, each lesson is accompanied by an extensive library of resources to help fill in any gaps, and the instructors are truly exceptional. If you ever have questions or need support, you can count on your cohort and the education team to be there, providing encouragement and guidance.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
CrystalGraduate · Full-Time Data Science Bootcamp Online · Graduated 2024
Great Experience!
I had an amazing experience at BrainStation's data science bootcamp. The curriculum was engaging and well-structured, and the educators were incredibly knowledgeable and supportive throughout the journey. I learned so much in a short time, from data analysi...I had an amazing experience at BrainStation's data science bootcamp. The curriculum was engaging and well-structured, and the educators were incredibly knowledgeable and supportive throughout the journey. I learned so much in a short time, from data analysis to machine learning and neural networks. Highly recommend this bootcamp to anyone looking to break into data science!Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Howard HuangGraduate · Full-Time Software Engineering Bootcamp Online · Graduated 2024
Informative and Practical
Great experience at the Brainstation Bootcamp. The teachers were very helpful and I gained a lot of practical knowledge and experience learning software engineering. It was definitely a tough commitment to do full-time for 12 weeks and the bootcamp was very...Great experience at the Brainstation Bootcamp. The teachers were very helpful and I gained a lot of practical knowledge and experience learning software engineering. It was definitely a tough commitment to do full-time for 12 weeks and the bootcamp was very fast-paced, so it may not be for everyone, but for those who truly want to learn software fast, Brainstation is a great place to not just dip your toes in the war but cannonball into the pool.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
Samuel FerrerData Privacy Analyst · Full-Time Data Science Bootcamp Online · Graduated 2024
Great experience
Great cohort that blended well and worked well with each other! Great instructor team, looking forward to seeing them in the field! I would've loved to go more in-depth with Deep Learning and AI!Overall5.0Curriculum4.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Francesca CuneoGraduate · Digital Marketing Course · Graduated 2024
Great experience!
I just finished the Digital Marketing course at BrainStation, and I honestly loved it! The whole experience was amazing – the course covered everything from SEO and social media to content creation and data analytics. The instructors were super knowledgeabl...I just finished the Digital Marketing course at BrainStation, and I honestly loved it! The whole experience was amazing – the course covered everything from SEO and social media to content creation and data analytics. The instructors were super knowledgeable and really supportive, making everything easy to understand and fun to learn. I came out of it feeling confident with all the new skills I picked up and excited to put them to use.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Ivan TapiaStudent · Data Analytics Course · Graduation year 2024
Job-ready, hands-on, skill-focused, interactive, and expert-led.
BrainStation's Data Analytics course is a comprehensive and hands-on program that equips you with essential data analysis skills. The live, expert-led online classes make learning engaging and interactive. The curriculum covers everything from data preparat...BrainStation's Data Analytics course is a comprehensive and hands-on program that equips you with essential data analysis skills. The live, expert-led online classes make learning engaging and interactive. The curriculum covers everything from data preparation to visualization, using industry-standard tools. The real-world projects help you build a solid portfolio, making you job-ready upon completion. It's ideal for anyone looking to upskill or start a career in data analytics. I loved learning more about SQL and Tableau and applied these skills for data analysis and visualization purposes during the course. Thank you to all the staff at BrainStation for making this a memorable experience!Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
MarwaPhilanthropy Consultant · Digital Marketing Course · Graduation year 2024
Extremely Insightful
The course has been really insightful and has taught me a great deal about digital marketing and nagivating different datasets. I have learned a lot for my own business regarding Google Analytics and ads and how to use them efficiently for my purposes. Jad ...The course has been really insightful and has taught me a great deal about digital marketing and nagivating different datasets. I have learned a lot for my own business regarding Google Analytics and ads and how to use them efficiently for my purposes.
Jad Freiha and Jonathan Serrano Barbosa are wonderful instructors, and teach really well.
I am really happy with the course.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Michael KotlarskiStudent · User Experience Design Course · Graduation year 2024
In-Person Quality Time
I had a positive experience here. Two in-industry instructors rounded each other's expertise, which allowed me to feel like the instruction was relevant. That a being said, being that the course was only once a week for 8-weeks, it would have fallen far sho...I had a positive experience here. Two in-industry instructors rounded each other's expertise, which allowed me to feel like the instruction was relevant. That a being said, being that the course was only once a week for 8-weeks, it would have fallen far short of being an in-depth, comprehensive class or bootcamp. If you are someone without any skills in UI/UX and are looking for an introduction, this would be the course--however, the cost is a little pricey for information that you could pick up online for a fraction or free. The real strength of this course is the In-Person aspect, which for me is indispensable in education. The feedback from instructors in the industry is additionally indispensable.Overall5.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
Yanyin ChenStudent · User Experience Design Course · Graduation year 2024
Helpful, Improvement, Insight
I really enjoyed the UX Design course at BrainStation. I started with no knowledge of making a story-telling prototype with supportive instructors in my class. I lacked a lot of confidence however, with 1:1 reviews and being independent with my design, I ha...I really enjoyed the UX Design course at BrainStation. I started with no knowledge of making a story-telling prototype with supportive instructors in my class. I lacked a lot of confidence however, with 1:1 reviews and being independent with my design, I have learned so much just being in the classroom environment.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support3.0Instructors5.0 -
Dafny GuzmanGraduate · Product Management Course · Graduated 2024
Product Management Course
Great course! The instructors were highly knowledgeable about the subject matter and engaged with the students effectively. The learning environment fostered an exchange of information and understanding between students and teachers. I gained valuable knowl...Great course! The instructors were highly knowledgeable about the subject matter and engaged with the students effectively. The learning environment fostered an exchange of information and understanding between students and teachers. I gained valuable knowledge, made friends, and expanded my professional network.
Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Pau Romaguera LlacerProgram Manager · Product Management Course · Graduation year 2024
Product Management Course
Tech is rapidly growing and having certifications is a must add on any resume. Coming from a background of project and program manager, I was familiar wit many of the concepts related to product management but not all of them. It was a nice learning experie...Tech is rapidly growing and having certifications is a must add on any resume. Coming from a background of project and program manager, I was familiar wit many of the concepts related to product management but not all of them. It was a nice learning experience to dive into product and how product managers do wear many different hats and deal with many different stakeholders.
I would recommend this course to someone that is looking to do a career change, someone new to the tech field, or someone experienced that wants/needs a certification.
Scott was very fun and dynamic teaching the course. Him and Rafa provided a lot of real-world examples and made the class very hands on.
Might take the Data Analytics one next :)Overall5.0Curriculum4.0Job support4.0Instructors5.0 -
TarynContent Specialist · Digital Marketing Course · Graduation year 2024
Great opportunity to learn and network
I enrolled in the Digital Marketing course to refresh my knowledge of SEO and get more exposure to Google Analytics. I also thought it a great way to network with other digital media professionals in Miami. Instructor is very knowledgeable with real world e...I enrolled in the Digital Marketing course to refresh my knowledge of SEO and get more exposure to Google Analytics. I also thought it a great way to network with other digital media professionals in Miami. Instructor is very knowledgeable with real world experience and examples. Would recommend if campus is convenient to get to and you have the timeOverall4.0Curriculum3.0Job support2.0Instructors5.0 -
Eva DaviesLead Software Engineer · Product Management Course · Graduation year 2024
Great Learning Experience
Great curriculum, very well explained and practical class. Enjoyed the classroom exercises that allowed us to create real life projects. The instructors have a strong industry background from both startup and large corporations which allows us to have sever...Great curriculum, very well explained and practical class. Enjoyed the classroom exercises that allowed us to create real life projects. The instructors have a strong industry background from both startup and large corporations which allows us to have several perspectives.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0
Courses
10 BrainStation Courses
Full details, syllabus, tuition, and reviews available on each course page.
AI Product Design Certification (PDC™) (In-Person)
★ 5.0 (1)
8 weeks
$3,750
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AI Data Analytics Certification (DAC™) (In-Person)
8 weeks
$3,750
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AI Data Analytics Certification (DAC™) (Online)
8 weeks
$3,750
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AI Digital Marketing Certification (DMC™) (In-Person)
8 weeks
$3,750
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AI Digital Marketing Certification (DMC™) (Online)
8 weeks
$3,750
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AI Product Design Certification (PDC™) (Online)
8 weeks
$3,750
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AI Product Management Certification (PMC™) (In-Person)
8 weeks
$3,750
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AI Product Management Certification (PMC™) (Online)
8 weeks
$3,750
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Artificial Intelligence Certification (AIC™) (In-Person)
5 weeks
$3,750
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Artificial Intelligence Certification (AIC™) (Online)
5 weeks
$3,750
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FAQ
BrainStation FAQs
Find answers to the most-asked questions.
Is BrainStation worth it?
BrainStation hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 2,338 BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation on Course Report — you should start there!
How much does BrainStation cost?
BrainStation courses cost up to $3,750 for AI Data Analytics Certification (DAC™) (In-Person).
What courses does BrainStation teach?
BrainStation offers courses like AI Product Design Certification (PDC™) (In-Person), AI Data Analytics Certification (DAC™) (In-Person), AI Data Analytics Certification (DAC™) (Online), AI Digital Marketing Certification (DMC™) (In-Person) and 6 more.
Where does BrainStation have campuses?
BrainStation has in-person campuses in London, New York City, and Toronto. BrainStation also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.
Does BrainStation offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?
Right now, it doesn't look like BrainStation 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.
Is BrainStation legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 2,338 BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation and shared their experiences. Their overall rating is 4.66 out of 5.
Can I read BrainStation reviews?
You can read 2,338 reviews of BrainStation on Course Report! BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation and shared their experiences. Their overall rating is 4.66 out of 5.
Is BrainStation accredited?
While bootcamps must be approved to operate, accreditation is relatively rare. BrainStation doesn't yet share information about its accreditation status.