BrainStation
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BrainStation is a global digital skills training and workforce transformation provider that offers bootcamps and courses in data, design, development, digital marketing, product, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and leadership both online and at state-of-the-art campuses in New York, London, Miami, Toronto, and Vancouver. 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 has a learning option, with full-time diploma programs, part-time certificate courses, and specialized skills training.
BrainStation’s courses and bootcamps offer a collaborative, project-based learning experience, with 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 across the world. 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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OishikGraduate • Cybersecurity • TorontoFeb 03, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceHIGHLY OVERPRICED AND USELESS
I have taken the cybersecurity course that brainstation has to offer because it was recommended by a friend, The sales consultants said you should find a job after taking this course, no problem (as they always do). Now after a year of applying, I could not find a job in the cybersecurity sector. The course cost me around $3297 because I chose the 12 month payment plan. This was a 5 week course, each week has one 8 hour class and cover 1 modules per day, total 5 modules in the remainder ...I have taken the cybersecurity course that brainstation has to offer because it was recommended by a friend, The sales consultants said you should find a job after taking this course, no problem (as they always do). Now after a year of applying, I could not find a job in the cybersecurity sector. The course cost me around $3297 because I chose the 12 month payment plan. This was a 5 week course, each week has one 8 hour class and cover 1 modules per day, total 5 modules in the remainder of the course. The instructor was very enthusiastic when teaching, and explained certain topics very well, but the over all course does not teach you any technical aspects of the topics they are covering. The only information they provide is the overall descriptions of the security systems. The course does not teach how to use specific security systems. (HOW DO YOU GET SOMEONE "JOB READY" IF YOU DON'T TEACH THEM TO USE THE SYSTEMS THEY ARE GOING TO WORK WITH IN THE FIRST PLACE?) Their claim to get you job ready is a lie. do not fall for their job ready BS at least when it comes to cybersecurity. $3297 for 5 classes is $659.4 per class, which you are paying someone just to listen to them gives you a summary of what cybersecurity is. Brainstation claims they get you job ready, instead when i have emailed a brainstation support for help with job search, they did not even reply back to me. I have learned more about cybersecurity from Google IT Professional certificate course than this pile of dumpster fire, and that course cost only $50 a month on coursera. If you want to get into cyber security and have no experience, go watch some youtube videos on it and get the Google IT Professional certificate, A+ certificate, Security+ certificate, way better investment than this trash- ChristineGraduate • User Experience Design Bootcamp • TorontoJan 27, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
UX Diploma Program
BrainStation's UX Diploma program was very helpful with my pivot into the UX field with no prior design experience. The success of a student will depend on how much they put into the program. It is a very challenging 12-week program and a lot of self-guidance is needed to really hone in on your craft. However, the education team as well as the career success team are very approachable and provide a great amount of support throughout.
My experience was great as I have had the oppor...BrainStation's UX Diploma program was very helpful with my pivot into the UX field with no prior design experience. The success of a student will depend on how much they put into the program. It is a very challenging 12-week program and a lot of self-guidance is needed to really hone in on your craft. However, the education team as well as the career success team are very approachable and provide a great amount of support throughout.
My experience was great as I have had the opportunity to successfully complete the program and also become a UX Teaching Assistant. BrainStation has really allowed me to get my foot in the door as a new UX Designer.
I would highly recommend BrainStation to anyone who is looking to pivot in careers or advance their design skills. - DeanGraduate • Full-Time Web Development Bootcamp Online • OnlineJan 25, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
BrainStation review
For my situation, it was absolutely worth it. I was able to fill in some knowledge gaps and learn up-to-date technologies in a fast-paced environment by building projects, collaborating with others etc. The instructors were also very helpful and knowledgeable. I was also able to utilize career services throughout the program and after graduating. - VanessaGraphic Design Senior • Student • User Interface Design Course Online • OnlineJan 18, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
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A class to really learn the way to design an app or any interface. A new look to the design of tomorrow. - GeorgeProduct Designer • Graduate • User Experience Design Bootcamp • TorontoJan 17, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Couldn't be happier
With the guidance of the educators, I was confident to begin my new career in UX. The workload is heavy & challenging but is conveyed at such a level of detail and care that you never feel over encumbered. My favourite thing about this bootcamp is that every minor idea, concept or tool that is mentioned or covered, is almost immediately put into practice through labs/ homework study. Sure, you'll still be lacking real-world experience, but you'll be aquatinted with all you need to kn...With the guidance of the educators, I was confident to begin my new career in UX. The workload is heavy & challenging but is conveyed at such a level of detail and care that you never feel over encumbered. My favourite thing about this bootcamp is that every minor idea, concept or tool that is mentioned or covered, is almost immediately put into practice through labs/ homework study. Sure, you'll still be lacking real-world experience, but you'll be aquatinted with all you need to know and feel confident talking about/ interacting with other designers, devs etc... 3 months out and I have my first ever UX position. - Frank SerafineData Analyst • Graduate • Remote Full-time Data Science Program • OnlineJan 14, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Data Science Bootcamp - Not for the Faint of Brain
The full-time Data Science bootcamp is both as vast and as concise as it could be for a 12-week program. The curriculum was amazing and focused, as well as truly challenging. The assignments make heavy use of intelligent ambiguity to give you a feel for how real-world projects will go, but the class time will not leave you wondering what to do.
The grading for assignments is thankfully very strict and the level of data scientist they want to see you achieve is evident with the bar...The full-time Data Science bootcamp is both as vast and as concise as it could be for a 12-week program. The curriculum was amazing and focused, as well as truly challenging. The assignments make heavy use of intelligent ambiguity to give you a feel for how real-world projects will go, but the class time will not leave you wondering what to do.
The grading for assignments is thankfully very strict and the level of data scientist they want to see you achieve is evident with the bar that they set using this grading style. This course is not your flimsy “I learned a new thing! Look at me! I’m a fountain of knowledge” type of easy course and you will have to really work nights and weekends to earn your diploma. I wouldn’t have had it any other way — as rigorous as a semester in advanced stats or linear algebra, perhaps!
Lastly, Daniel, Fallyn, Arad, Boris, and Myles go above and beyond to focus your education and ensure that you don’t fall behind.
Further, the career success team provides the most tips I’ve ever seen to position you for success. Mina specifically was fantastic at this!
The only thing that could be improved is if they had recruiters actively scouting opportunities on your behalf after graduating. Nevertheless, I got what I needed and then some out of the program. - Haley GSoftware Engineer • Graduate • Web Development Bootcamp • TorontoJan 10, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Web Development Diploma Program
Changed my life! I went through their 3-month full-time web development diploma program and it jump started my career in web development. The quality of learning was incredible, I went through the program completely remote and cannot believe how effective it was. The tech stack they cover is super relevant to the industry right now and is in demand, learning React sets you up to learn many other frontend frameworks easily so it's a great starting point. The educators are AMAZING, not onl...Changed my life! I went through their 3-month full-time web development diploma program and it jump started my career in web development. The quality of learning was incredible, I went through the program completely remote and cannot believe how effective it was. The tech stack they cover is super relevant to the industry right now and is in demand, learning React sets you up to learn many other frontend frameworks easily so it's a great starting point. The educators are AMAZING, not only are they super knowledgable and approachable, but they fostered such a fun and supportive learning environment. I look back on the bootcamp so fondly and a lot has to do with the community they built.
I've been employed from the day I graduated. The job assistance is GOOD, what will make it GREAT is if you take initiative and follow up with the industry professionals they bring in. They give you the tools you need for an effective job search, but you won't land a job unless you're proactive. - Sonya CamenzuliGraduate • Product Management Course • TorontoJan 06, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Product Management Course
I recently completed an accelerated Product Management course with BrainStation and earned a Certificate I shared on LinkedIn. I recommend this course to professionals interested in becoming or transitioning to a PM role.
Laura Loughran and Blair Fast co-instructed this course. They had abundant knowledge and experience to share in class about startups, large enterprise organizations, and the Product Manager's role. They were also available on Slack outside of class hours to guide...I recently completed an accelerated Product Management course with BrainStation and earned a Certificate I shared on LinkedIn. I recommend this course to professionals interested in becoming or transitioning to a PM role.
Laura Loughran and Blair Fast co-instructed this course. They had abundant knowledge and experience to share in class about startups, large enterprise organizations, and the Product Manager's role. They were also available on Slack outside of class hours to guide projects and answer student questions.
I was impressed with the technical presentation of this course. And for the first time in my educational experience, I interacted with international students outside of Canada. I thoroughly enjoyed this experience! - KadeemGraduate • Cybersecurity Training Online • OnlineJan 05, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Best Instructors I've had!
I recently completed a cyber security bootcamp with Brainstation in December 2021.
Having previously completed several courses and the Security+ I did not expect to learn anything groundbreaking.
I was pleasantly surprised with how well the instructors went through the course material and they spent lots of time answering questions. Both instructors were professionals working in the industry at large companies and from different areas in Cyber Security.
Highly recommend ...I recently completed a cyber security bootcamp with Brainstation in December 2021.
Having previously completed several courses and the Security+ I did not expect to learn anything groundbreaking.
I was pleasantly surprised with how well the instructors went through the course material and they spent lots of time answering questions. Both instructors were professionals working in the industry at large companies and from different areas in Cyber Security.
Highly recommend this course for anyone serious about starting a career in the industry
The learning platform was very easy to use and had no technical issues at all.
Brainstation also has very flexible payment options and even provided me with a scholarship to reduce the cost of tuition.
- Jessica ORTSTrader • Applicant • Data Science Course Online • OnlineDec 27, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Data science
I really enjoyed the data science with Brainstation. Sure it requires time and effort, but so does any coding language. I am really glad I put the effort as I feel confident and motivated in taking up data projects and continuing the journey. The duration of the course was adequate, the exercises given pushed the students to go beyond the scope of the class and the instructors were extremely knowledgeable and supportive with the exercises and the project.
Highly recommend Brainstatio...I really enjoyed the data science with Brainstation. Sure it requires time and effort, but so does any coding language. I am really glad I put the effort as I feel confident and motivated in taking up data projects and continuing the journey. The duration of the course was adequate, the exercises given pushed the students to go beyond the scope of the class and the instructors were extremely knowledgeable and supportive with the exercises and the project.
Highly recommend Brainstation for anyone looking to explore data science and machine learning. - Tosan IluwaWeb development • Graduate • Web Development Course Online • OnlineDec 20, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Web development
Had a good experience with wonderful teachers - HinaGraduate • Digital Marketing Course • VancouverDec 16, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Digital Marketing
Ryan and Joanna were great instructors. They helped answer any questions I had, and are great mentors. They made the course experience interesting by sharing stories related to the course work - which kept it very interesting as 3 hour classes can get tiring. I am glad I choose BrainStation as my school to complete the certificate for Digital Marketing. I will implement the new skills I learned into my future career. I highly recommend the course, if you are looking to gain knowledge an...Ryan and Joanna were great instructors. They helped answer any questions I had, and are great mentors. They made the course experience interesting by sharing stories related to the course work - which kept it very interesting as 3 hour classes can get tiring. I am glad I choose BrainStation as my school to complete the certificate for Digital Marketing. I will implement the new skills I learned into my future career. I highly recommend the course, if you are looking to gain knowledge and a better understanding of the world of DM.
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BrainStation Alumni Reviews Summary
Based on 2,000+ BrainStation alumni reviews on Course Report, students often highlight the quality of the curriculum, experienced instructors, and effective career support services. Particularly, the Full-Time Software Engineering and Data Science Bootcamps are frequently commended. One reviewer says, "The program was challenging but extremely rewarding, offering real-world projects that truly enhanced my skills." However, some students noted the high cost of courses as a consideration.
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FAQs
How much does BrainStation cost?
BrainStation costs around $16,500. On the lower end, some BrainStation courses like Social Media Marketing Course cost $2,450.
What courses does BrainStation teach?
BrainStation offers courses like Artificial Intelligence Course Online, Data Analytics Course, Data Analytics Course Online, Data Science Bootcamp and 26 more.
Where does BrainStation have campuses?
BrainStation has in-person campuses in London, Miami, New York City, Toronto, and Vancouver. BrainStation also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.
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. 2,327 BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation on Course Report - you should start there!
Is BrainStation legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 2,327 BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation and rate their overall experience a 4.66 out of 5.
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.
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You can read 2,327 reviews of BrainStation on Course Report! BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation and rate their overall experience a 4.66 out of 5.
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