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.
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2,338 reviews of BrainStation
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vidushi pandeyGraduate · Full-Time User Experience Design Bootcamp Online · Graduated 2024
Very immersive curriculum!
The educators were accommodating and there were a lot of opportunities to gain feedback and refine your work. Really helped me get better as a designer and researcher. Tons of opportunities to network and an an amazing hackathon towards the end of the BootCamp to see how design translates into the real world!Overall4.0Curriculum5.0Job support4.0Instructors5.0 -
John B.Graduate · Full-Time Software Engineering Bootcamp Online · Graduated 2024
Fast-Paced Learning with Great Educators
I started with minimal experience in HTML, CSS, and javascript. This Software Engineering course allowed me to establish a solid foundation working with those languages and more. They have a career program consisting of several lectures which must be attended completely in order for you to receive support after the camp. In those lessons you learn about how to make yourself look like the best candidate for a new job. The foundation you establish in your course work actually helps you be the best candidate. The Educators and TAs take pride in their work and it shows. They are incredibly helpful and encouraging. The course itself is challenging for sure! If you are looking to take the course, the best advice i can give you is to ask lots of questions to your TAs and Classmates. My course included 3 hackathons which were definitely the biggest parts of my growth. They are challenging and lead to a lot of skill growth through application of learned material.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support4.0Instructors5.0 -
Aisha ahmedGraduate · User Experience Design Bootcamp
Enlightening, Enriching, Empowering
The UX Design bootcamp is a standout online program and in person program that offers a comprehensive deep dive into the full spectrum of user experience design. Guided by industry experts like Meade, Christina, and Chris , the course combines in-depth theoretical knowledge with a hands-on, practical approach, allowing learners to apply concepts through real-world projects and case studies. Praised for its engaging instruction, personalized support from the instructors, and valuable career resources, the UX Design bootcamp is an exceptional investment for both aspiring and seasoned designers seeking to elevate their UX expertise and stay ahead of the curve in this dynamic field.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Fernanda BichirStudent · Full-Time User Experience Design Bootcamp Online · Graduation year 2024
Transformative Learning Experience
Participating in BrainStation's UX Design Bootcamp from January to April 2024 has been an absolutely transformative experience for me. The bootcamp was intense, inspiring, and genuinely life-changing. It was structured in such a way that each phase of learning built seamlessly upon the last, ensuring a solid and comprehensive understanding of user experience design.
The educators and teaching assistants at BrainStation were nothing short of amazing. They were knowledgeable, approachable, and genuinely invested in the success of each student. Their expertise and passion for UX design were evident in every lecture and workshop, making the learning process both enjoyable and highly informative.
The activities throughout the bootcamp were well-conducted, with a clear focus on practical application. This hands-on approach ensured that we were not only learning theoretical aspects but also gaining the necessary skills to implement UX strategies effectively.
Additionally, the Career Accelerator Program offered by BrainStation is exceptionally well-structured. It provided us with invaluable resources and guidance to enhance our professional profiles and prepare for the job market. The personalized career coaching and networking opportunities were particularly beneficial, giving us a significant advantage in our job search endeavors.
Overall, my experience at BrainStation's UX Design Bootcamp has been incredibly rewarding. It has equipped me with the skills, confidence, and network to kick-start my career in UX Design. I would highly recommend this bootcamp to anyone looking to enter the field of user experience, as it is an investment that pays rich dividends in personal and professional growth.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Ashley PetersonGraduate · User Experience Design Course Online · Graduated 2024
Challenging, Introspective, Fulfilling
Going into this bootcamp, I thought I would nail it. But my knowledge and skills were tested early on! The content and project feedback were detailed and gave me insights into what I excelled at and where I needed to improve. While the long hours and intensive deliverables were a big challenge, the education team was encouraging and supportive the entire time. They clearly know their stuff and kept the energy up. I learned a lot about myself and my abilities, and in the end I have solo and team projects that I am proud to showcase and reference for my career development. I'm confident in my refined and new skills going forward, and can't thank everyone enough who made my bootcamp a success!Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Nipuna GamageGraduate · Full-Time Software Engineering Bootcamp Online · Graduated 2024
Experienxe at brainstation
Transitioning to Canada and embarking on the job hunt as a front-end developer was initially daunting due to the knowledge gap I faced. However, attending BrainStation was undeniably one of the best decisions I've made for my career. I owe a huge debt of gratitude to all the TAs, educators, and staff who provided invaluable guidance and support throughout the program. Their dedication and expertise not only helped me bridge the gap but also instilled in me the confidence to navigate the real world of development. Special thanks to the TAs and educators who went above and beyond in making this journey enriching and empowering. I can now step into the next phase of my career with newfound knowledge and assurance. Thank you, BrainStation!"Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Devin RunowskiFuture Software Engineer · Full-Time Software Engineering Bootcamp Online · Graduation year 2024
What an experience!
I can't believe how far I have come since starting the Software Engineering Bootcamp at BrainStation. It's hard to imagine that only 3 months ago I had no knowlege what so ever about developing software, now I can create dynamic web pages with a good looking front-end and a secure and scalable back-end aswell as had the pleasure of getting to know some amazing people both on the education team and other classmates in my course. After such a great experience I would recommend BrainStation to anyone seeking to make a career change or solidify their skills. Thank you for everything BrainStation, I will never forget my time here.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Lucy JiangUX/UI Designer · User Experience Design Bootcamp · Graduated 2024
Great learning Experience
I had the best learning experience at BrainStation. They really give you all the tools you need to prepare you for the real world. All the instructors are super helpful and will make time to meet with you 1 v 1 when needed. The Curriculum is very extensive be prepared but it will be all worth it in the end trust me.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Brooke HallData Analyst · Data Science Course Online · Graduated 2024
Brainstation Data Science Bootcamp
Great instructors, comprehensive curriculum and good job support/networking throughout. I loved my cohort and am excited to see where everyone goes from here!Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Oriana MaciasUX Desiger · User Experience Design Bootcamp · Graduated 2024
Impactful Learning Experience!
BrainStation's UX Design course exceeded my expectations in every way. The curriculum is comprehensive, covering everything from user research to prototyping and testing. The instructors are top-notch, bringing real-world experience and insights into every lesson. What I loved most was the hands-on approach, with practical projects that allowed me to apply what I learned immediately. The collaborative environment and feedback from peers and mentors were invaluable in refining my skills. I highly recommend BrainStation's UX Design course to anyone looking to dive deep into the world of user experience design!Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
David Nicholas AssiuGraduate · Cybersecurity Bootcamp Online · Graduated 2024
Insightful comprehensive teaching regardless of previous experience
The bootcamp had accelerated learning and weekly activities to simulate real world situations and foster understanding of tech content and develop deep analytic skills.
The course dives deep into all aspects of Cyber and the mentorship by the instructors were profound with a friendly smile.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Ernest MashingaidzeGraduate · Graduated 2024
Amazing
Experience was great, instructors were amazing. Did a great job describing principles and even helped me get my security+ and pass on the first attempt. Would highly recommend this institute if your looking for w career transitiation CyberSecurityOverall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
SamGraduate · Data Science Bootcamp · Graduated 2024
Good experience
The concepts they introduced in this data science bootcamp is so vast and practical .
I would say clear up everything on your schedule before you go into this bootcamp and have some basic understanding of math concepts and programming ,then you will be able to do a lot more and you can show case your skills on your capstone project and you can demo your capstone on demo day . From here on you will be interested to work on your own projects and it is like your own ideas into sample projects.Overall5.0Curriculum4.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Eric TrumerStudent · Software Engineering Bootcamp · Graduation year 2024
Amazing learning experience
Completing the Software Engineering boot camp at BrainStation was one of the most rewarding learning experiences of my life. The curriculum is very relevant and the education team is fantastic.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Mukhtar SafarovStudent · Data Analytics Course · Graduation year 2024
Data Analytics
Great experience. Very polite staff. You can learn a lot in these courses and learn new skills. It was 8 weeks course which was very helpful for me. If you are looking for quick course where you can learn basics of the different majors. Data analytics course was very helpful for me it helped me to learn basics of data analytics.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
Varvara GrachGraduate · Data Analytics Course · Graduated 2023
Disappointing Experience: Lack of Support in BrainStation's Data Analytics Course, New York, fall 2023
I signed up for an online 2.5-month Data Analytics course with BrainStation in the fall of 2023. Before I signed up, the salesperson promised that the course was for beginners and that after finishing the course, I'd have a great portfolio to show off on my resume and stand out and receive a job. They also said I'd get support from the community of BrainStation graduates and another participant to work on my resume and find a job. Two instructors were supposed to help us learn about data analysis. During the course, the instructors met once a week between 6:30 pm and 9:30 pm. But instead of explaining concepts themselves, both instructors mostly read from a script quickly, attempting to cover as many slides as possible. The course was not for beginners; it required prerequisite knowledge that the course material did not include. At times, instructors didn't have enough time to cover all the material, so they instructed us to search for additional information on Google I found that other online courses on popular platforms like Linkedln and Udemy, which were less expensive, provided me with more useful instruction than the Data Analytics course from BrainStation, despite its high cost. We were given two weeks to finish our portfolios, which were supposed to be valuable for marketing ourselves. But when it came time to show our portfolios, the instructors only looked at them briefly during the last class. They didn't respond to my messages about the portfolios and requested to provide a professional overview based on the course material they taught. The student support was not much of the help either claiming that their instructors are busy professionals. The BrainStation alumni group was supposed to help us too, but they didn't respond to any of my posts published with the group. Overall, the course didn't live up to what was promised. The instructors weren't very helpful, and neither was the alumni community. I didn't get the support I was expecting, and I didn't learn as much as I hoped I would. I would not recommend anyone who seeks professional development in Data Analytics to study it with BrainStation.Overall1.0Curriculum1.0Job support1.0Instructors1.0 -
Trupti PatilStudent · Web Development Bootcamp · Graduation year 2024
Title: Exceptional Learning Journey: A Review of Brainstation's Web Development Bootcamp
I have recently completed Brainstation's Web Development Bootcamp and I can confidently say it was an incredible experience. The bootcamp is exceptionally well-structured and meticulously planned, making it easy to follow along and progress through the curriculum. Each week's assignments and submissions were seamlessly integrated, providing valuable hands-on experience and opportunities for growth.One of the highlights for me was the regular project reviews by technical assistants. Their insightful feedback and guidance helped me refine my skills and gain a deeper understanding of the concepts covered. The educators were incredibly knowledgeable, delivering detailed lectures that were complemented by engaging code-along sessions. This combination made complex topics more accessible and understandable.Furthermore, the collaborative environment fostered within the bootcamp allowed me to work closely with peers, enhancing my teamwork and communication skills. Over the course of three months, I immersed myself in various technologies including React, JavaScript, SASS, Node.js, Express, Knex, and MySQL. Despite the intensity of the program, the skills I acquired have been invaluable.Overall, I highly recommend Brainstation's Web Development Bootcamp to anyone looking to advance their skills in the field. It's a rewarding and enriching experience that has greatly contributed to my professional growth. I couldn't be happier with my decision to enroll in this program.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support4.0Instructors5.0 -
William MouafoStudent · User Experience Design Course · Graduation year 2024
UX design online course
Good course. Would recommend. ddidididididididididdddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddOverall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
Jessica SedenoVisual Designer · User Experience Design Course · Graduation year 2024
Fast & immersive jump into UX/UI Design
I really enjoyed my time diving into the Brainstation UX Design Course, though it sure got a bit more intense as we moved along. Having an instructor who's in the thick of the UX world made all the difference. They shared loads of real-life insights and examples that just clicked with everything we were learning. Now, I'm super excited to put the finishing touches on my final project. It's going to be a key piece in my portfolio when I start applying for UX/UI Design jobs.Overall5.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
Franklyn WilliamsonAdjunct Professor · Cybersecurity Bootcamp Online · Graduation year 2024
Challenging, Empowering, Transformative, Engaging, Informative
I highly recommend this Cybersecurity Bootcamp Course to anyone looking to gain comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience in Cybersecurity as an Executive, Manager, or employee. I found this course to be a game-changer, especially for anyone seeking a career change in this field.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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Imogen Crispe
Updated October 23, 2019
When Georgie Gow had a taste of data-driven UX design, she decided to upskill in her marketing career, and get into more digital roles. She enrolled in BrainStation’s part-time Data Analytics course, and found it immensely helpful, then decided to take another BrainStation course, this time in UX Design! Georgina tells us how she balanced her full-time job in Australia with learning online, and...
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Imogen Crispe
Updated October 17, 2019
Zack had made a career for himself in front end development, but found the UX design part of his job the most rewarding. He wanted to move from Canada to the US and focus on UX so he enrolled in BrainStation’s User Experience Design diploma program in Toronto! Knowing the importance of a great portfolio for landing a job, Zack worked hard on his BrainStation capstone project, and shared his scr...
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Updated October 03, 2024
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Updated October 24, 2025
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Imogen Crispe
Updated June 27, 2019
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Imogen Crispe
Updated April 03, 2019
Danielle started out in the creative field of journalism but lost her passion for writing in the process. After being laid off, she explored other career options and discovered BrainStation’s Toronto Web Development Diploma Program – a different creative outlet! She now works as a Full Stack Developer at Knockri, an AI startup dedicated to removing bias in the hiring process. Danielle tells us ...
Liz Eggleston
Updated February 20, 2019
Brynne’s background in the arts and visual design led her to the fashion industry, but she was ready to shift careers towards a more sustainable future. She decided to merge her creative background with her interest in psychology and pursue a career in UX design. Brynne enrolled in BrainStation’s three-month UX Design course in Toronto where she was able to apply her fashion background to her c...
Imogen Crispe
Updated December 14, 2018
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Imogen Crispe
Updated September 10, 2018
As a newly minted PhD in anthropology, Kiersten faced the challenge of planning her next career move. She liked the idea of combining her research skills with designing useful products, so she enrolled in Brainstation’s online, part-time User Experience Design Course. We spoke to Kiersten about balancing a full-time job with the UX bootcamp, the crossovers between anthropology and UX design, an...
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Updated December 03, 2024
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Updated May 23, 2018
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Lauren Stewart
Updated March 19, 2018
After waitressing and earning a degree in graphic design, Maria was on a mission to find job security and utilize her skills. During her graphic design job search, she kept seeing “front end development” as a hot skill wanted by employers, so she decided to enroll in BrainStation’s Remote Web Development Program. Learn why Maria chose to learn online with BrainStation, how she stayed engaged an...
Lauren Stewart
Updated August 06, 2024
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Lauren Stewart
Updated December 14, 2017
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Imogen Crispe
Updated September 28, 2017
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Liz Eggleston
Updated September 05, 2017
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Liz Eggleston
Updated February 06, 2023
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Imogen Crispe
Updated January 08, 2018
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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.
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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.