CareerFoundry Reviews
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Neal Sandbrook
UX Design Program
An intensive course with lots of helpful information provided. I'd recommend this to anyone wanting an introduction to UX Design, although I'd allow more than the estimated/recommended times for most modules, especially if english is not your native language. It is a concept heavy course and you will need to learn a lot of new software if you've never done design or digital presentation before. -
Frieder Reuter
UX design course with CareerFoundry - A truly great course
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I almost finished the UX design course with CareerFoundry and have to say there is little to complain about. The course is very well structured, the tasks are challenging but well crafted and the contact with my tutor and mentor is truly awesome. No matter which background you have or knowledge about design, everyone who is interested in a career change towards UX design should take a look at this course.
The slack community is another great addition to the course. There are many active students and you always can get help or advice from fellow students there. -
Anna Jóri
UX design course
I would only just recommend doing this course with great experts who give you high quality feedback and industry standard advice throughout the whole course! -
Lucian M.
Awesome
I started the course mid2019 with almost no knowledge about web development, I had some basics in html and css, knew how to use git a bit but not much else. Now, I can code in vanillaJS, can use react and react native, did some angular, vuejs, advanced css and built a pretty good portfolio in the process. Definitely worth it! -
Jenk Constantine
I was hired within a month of completely the UI design course. Here's a referral link to get a discount on course fees: https://careerfoundry.com/en/referral_registrations/new?referral=dEYOAbrz
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I studied the UI design course online whilst looking after my son. It was a challenge to make it work, but whats great about the course (and CareerFoundry) are the resources that come with signing up to this, or any of their courses, which allow you to get through the material and absorb the content fast. You get access to a tutor to get real-world examples of working in the industry, as well as direct answers to questions related to design and the course content. The tutors are very responsive, and at the end of every project, you have an assigned mentor that provides real guidance and direction on your work. As well as this huge advantage in learning, there are career advisors available that help you with your CV, preparing for interviews, and even applying for roles - which even comes with a 6 month job guarantee! I used all of the resources and was hired straight after completing the course (and landed several interviews prior). I highly recommend the UI design course. Again, here is a link to get a discount on the course fees: https://careerfoundry.com/en/referral_registrations/new?referral=dEYOAbrz - Good luck and enjoy! -
Prachi
Review
The course is very well outlined and covers topics in depth. Exercises help us understand the practical implementation of the topics and tutors and mentors are always encouraging and go extra miles to help and give additional resources along with rectifying the gaps in understanding. Will definitely recommend. -
Tasha
Intro to UI Design
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I'm near the end of the mini course Intro to UI Design. So far I'm enjoying it and looking forward to starting the UI Immersion portion! I rather enjoy this type of course where I'm working at my pace with a deadline versus a boot camp. I have tried the boot camp elsewhere and while it is a good experience for some but it was quite overwhelming for me. If you're new to UI/UX, this is a great way to go. I had difficulty learning on my own before, but this program is giving me confidence and keeping me on my toes! -
Christy
Great resource, building a solid foundation.
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I'm currently taking the full UX Design course from CareerFoundry and am just about to finish up my UX Fundamentals course. I find the course content to be thorough and well-explained, so the student can easily understand and apply the concepts. I also like how they provide extra optional readings for students to learn more about the subject. Tutors are nice and welcoming but I would appreciate if they added a little more detailed feedback on the submissions. I had one call with my mentor so far and she seems really nice with a lot of experience in the field and she answered all my questions with detail. Looking forward to more detailed calls in the UX Immersion course. Another bonus is the Slack community we gain access to as students, we can easily converse with other students, find study buddies, and help each other out. So far, I'm enjoying the experience and I'm excited to learn more. -
Kylie Weber
C.F. just rocks to be honest
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I joined CF in November 2019 after experiencing doubts about my previous career path I thought.... 'what IF I could be a UI designer?? Well CF helped me make that dream a reality.. Turning my 'what if' into 'why the heck not' i have learned so much during my time at CF, the community is awesome and everyone from the tutors to slack community keep you on your toes and moving forward. At this rate I am looking to graduate a while 4 months ahead of scheduel. All I can say is so far CF and the full UI design course was one of the best decisions I have made.
Thanks C.F.!
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Nemanja Jovanović
Data Analytics
Quality was on a high level (regarding topics, exercise and working with all entities - mentor, tutor and support team). I am very satisfied with this approach and would recommend it to all my colleagues and friends. -
Jennifer Anderson
Best Decision I Ever Made
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As someone who was changing careers after 20+ years, I was ready for a change. CareerFoundry gave me an amazing opportunity to do just that. From tutors, mentors, as well as the networking channels created for students, I always felt I received the support and guidance I needed. I was able to meet some of the most amazing and talented professionals along the way. I took UX Fundamentals, UX Immersion, UI Specialization, Frontend Development, and Voice User Interface Design - so definitely can speak on behalf of the quality of the programs! The job preparation course was extremely thorough as well. Most importantly, I landed my perfect job. Thanks CareerFoundry for changing my life and providing me the right skills to create my new career path! -
Parvathy Iyer
Comprehensive UX Course
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A really comprehensive UX course with a Specialization at the end. I have my Specialization left and have thoroughly enjoyed the course so far. The mentors and tutors are terrific, offering constructive feedback while being encouraging. The one thing I must mention is that their recommended time to finish some of the tasks may be slightly off (usually takes a little longer) for students who are completely new to the field. But the advisors and tutors help keep you on track. I have not gone through Job Assistance yet, but I highly recommend Careerfoundry ! -
Marialaura
Great experience
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I have heard about Career Foundry from my boyfriend, who took the web development course, and I decided to sign up for the UX Design course with two specializations in Front-end for designers and UI. I am currently going through the front-end specialization and I concluded the UX immersion in January this year. Overall it has been a very good experience both for me and for my boyfriend.
The material provided is great, you receive a general class which is not hard to go through and gives you the basics of the lesson but then also the possibility to dive more thorough articles, readings and so on or advice for textbooks. You also have a tutor and a mentor which have been very helpful for me, I had the possibility to make all the questions that I wanted and the reply and reviews were always very quick: one/two days. I am also doing the job prep course at the moment which is very well done too, even if you are not looking for a job I think it is a great way to understand yourself and how to sell you on the market. Obviously Career Foundry just give you the basics so it is up to you to deepen your knowledge through internships, meetups and further readings. I am very happy with this course and I would do it again. -
Davide Fusco
Review
Really serious Course. I started with no previous experience now I am almost at the end and I gained a consistent base on UX field; look forward to apply for my first employ! -
Gayla
UX Design
CareerFoundry has been a wonderful experience! I love my tutor and my mentor, and the course challenges me each day to prepare me for my career.
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Michelle
Certificate in UX design
Only study one month, now doing the UX fundamental last exercise. Everyday I am learning new things, also my tutor and mentor are very nice and helpful. So far so good.
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Rachelle
CareerFoundry - UI design bootcamp
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I did the UI Design bootcamp and Job Prep through CareerFoundry. It cost around 3,400, self-paced, and completely online.
- The Course: The class itself was great. It has a great structure and communication with mentors and tutors is easy. If you have a question they are required to respond within 48 hours but usually it was just within a day. The course is up to 6 months but I was able to get it done in 4. I felt like this learning structure just really worked for me.
- The Job Search course/guarantee: Once you finish the course, you have an option for a free job prep course which gives you the guarantee for your tuition refund if you are unable to find a job. This was the part where I was really let down with CareerFoundry. First, there are tons of requirements that you must make sure you follow. CareerFoundry doesn't just come out and say what they are. I had to specificialy ask. There is a ton of follow up and check-ins throughout the course but once I started the job prep - contact with any leadership was really difficult. Next, The Career Specialist really didn't offer great mentoring. Their advice was really generic. I actually made a request to switch my mentor after she stopped answering my emails. I had a interview I needed to prep for and my career specialist couldn't be reached. After the 6 months, I reached out to several different people about getting my refund back. I sent all the information that they make you log. I had to follow up several times. Finally they scheduled an interview via skype. I'm in California and they are in Berlin so they were at really weird times. They tried to persuade me to stay an extra 3 months rather than get my tuition back. Then there was an additional exit interview via skype. Finally 3 weeks later - I got my tuiton back. I finished the Course in May, The Job Prep in Novemeber and I got my tuition back at the beginning of January.
- Overall impression: Great course. You can probably find the same info online but the structure was what made it worth it for me. However, I felt like after I finished they really didn't care about my success.
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jonathan
complex and challenging, but engaging for someone with no design background
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I'm a former childhood educator who recently switched to UX Design. I found CareerFoundry from a friend's recommendation, and have enjoyed the course, and found it challenging and interesting throughout. I'm currently at the mid-way point.
I had no background in graphic design or any of the software, but have managed to stay on course, albeit slowly at times. My favorite part is the support staff, who are there to answer even the most basic questions, through instant chat or email messaging. A massive community of like-minded and supportive people around the world are at your fingertips whenever you might need inspiration or questions answered. Mentors guide your career goals and review your portfolio pieces. If you work near full time on it, you'll move through in under 6 months. A truly in-depth exploration into the history and present world of UX Design.
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Kemma
Learning an online course at your pace couldn't be easier!
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CareerFoundry offers a great online UX Fundamentals course. They provide you with thorough reading material, a mentor who helps guide you along your way and a tutor who is there to help with any questions you may have throughout your course duration. On top of that, when you unlock the Job Preparation course, CareerFoundry really does care that not only are you getting a career from your learnings but they help guide you through the online learning journey. I would reccommend a section that gives their students tutorials on how to use design tools like Adobe XD instead of sending us a link to their direct tutorials. Otherwise, the material is thorough and CareerFoundry is always on your side, ensuring you get the most from their course. A question is never out of reach!
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Alice
UX Immersion Career Foundry
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After deciding to change my career from a motion designer to UX designer i came across Career Foundry. It was appealing with flexible learning and not too pricey. I am half way through and so far finding it great. Incredibly insightful and well taught with reading followed by tasks. I feel like I have already learned so much. All I would say is I think it would be a little harder for people totally new to design as you would have to learn all the tools as well as learning about UX and methodologies. Highly recommend!
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Ray
Good structure and informative
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Although I only took a short-course for the UX Fundamentals, it gave me enough knowledge to have a good insight into the world of UX. It was well structured, and the tutors on hand were ready to answer any questions I had. Excercises were balanced between easy/medium difficulty and the time to complete was just about right. Would recommend for those interested into quick crash course into UX and see if it's for them or not.
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Karen
Very organized and well thought-out!
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I'm on my last task for the UI Design course, and overall it was a great experience and introduction to the world of UI design! My tutor and mentor were very nice and always quick to respond, which was really helpful when I got stuck. I feel very comfortable using Sketch now, and I can't wait to come up with more designs! The material is current and well-structured.
The types of apps they have you choose from for each project (with the exception of one where you have total freedom) help diversify your portfolio. The course does a great job of teaching you the process of how to approach each project.
I would definitely recommend this course if you're looking to learn UI design!
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Avery
Thorough and exciting start to UI Design and Sketch!
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I’m just about finished my intro to UI Design course and so far it’s been great! They’ve really walked through the steps of how to use the Sketch program well. The contact with everyone involved has been great and my tutor and mentor been awesome too! I’m moving quicker through the course than the target and it’s because I’m so excited about it and because they make it so easy to follow! Can’t wait to see what the next section brings!
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Niall O
All together happy!
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I thought how odd its all online and with little or no contact with Mentor/Tutors. I have to do all the work on my own? No not true. It requires a different level of discipline, I did not think I had. But has been great! I am in daily contact with my tutor (Henrietta) at the beginning they sent me little screen capture videos commenting on my work and the more, I go along they write reviews and I have a Mentor, (Olga) I can call on skype and we can discuss what I need to do. I am still in the course so the Job Assistance. Part I have not reached. it is unlocked and I really should do it. l will do it over the Christmas break. It is nearly Christmas and started on Sept 23rd. Jan 22nd, I am finished with 6 weeks just to work on. My portfolio, I am already applying to jobs a the feedback has been great. After I graduate I hope to get a job earning 35,000. In Berlin that a lot of money.
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Geonyoung Lee
Great course content
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I'm half way finishing the UX immersion course and I am more than satisfied with the course. The course content is very structured and especially, the advice & tips that you receive from your tutor and mentor are so valuable and I'm defibitely learning a lot from that. I feel much more confident about UX field which was very blurred for me before I started the course. I would recommend this course. :)
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Katrina
A comprehensive leg up in ux
I have been extremely happy with the content and method of the ux course, and along with the direct tutor feedback and individual mentor calls, I feel like I will leave the course with the skills to allow me to obtain employment in the field that I am looking for.
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Kriszta
Rockstar course, great content and professional support
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A great course and a great organization. I'm more than halfway through my course and am enjoying the process very much so far. The structure, the material, the tutors and mentors are all great and they really help you to get the most out of your studies and stay motivated. I've never done an online course before, but I actually enjoy it very much and way more than I would previously have thought. The UX of the website is of course great and makes you feel motivated throughout the course. All excercises are very logical and explained in a way that is understandable to someone who is completely new to a topic, but also enjoyable to someone who isn't. There are always tons of links to articles or other material that helps you to immerse yourself even deeper in a topic that interests you. Overall I can only say good things about the course and CareerFoundry in general! And I am really happy that I can take this course and learn as much as I have.
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Andrej
This is really well-thought-out!
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I am in the middle of my UI Design course and took a sneak peak into the rest of the course material. To be honest, I didn't think of much starting the course, just knew, this will probably the best online place for a course like this. And it is!
The strucutre is loigc, well written, everything you should know and beyond is there, the support is there, exercises that keep you on point, communcation, community, etc.
Really well done, I have a great Tutor and Mentor, both help you along the course. And then we can build a portfolio which is big in the user experience sector!Nice couse, well done, thanks!
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Lisa Cho
The decision that gives me hope for my future
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I was a teacher for seven years and decided for a career-change and I am so happy that I found CareerFoundry. I had no experience in design but the UI course eased me into the world of design and is equipping me for the real world. It is a 6 months course so obviously it is intense because there so much to learn. But what CareerFoundry offers is so beneficial to help you get started in a career in UI/UX.
First of all, the curriculum is solid in their theories and the projects are perfect to practice what was learned. And the assigned projects are for you to include in your portfolio! You don’t have to worry about building your portfolio on your own because CareerFoundry has your back!
Secondly, you have your tutor who checks your work each step of the way and you also have a mentor who checks the final projects. I have phone call sessions with my mentor and she is always giving me advice on my projects and teaches me extra skills and know-hows on particular topics.
Lastly, CareerFoundry provides a job course that equips you to get a job. They help you with you resume, portfolio, and even you confidence. They have good coaches on staff.
It does take a lot of time during your weeks to complete your tasks so you do need to have time management throughout the course. Especially if you are working at the same time.
If you are planning to start your course with CareerFoundry use this code for a 10% discount when you sign up.
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CeeCee
Good Curriculum but not worth it!
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I completed the UX immersion and UI course with CareerFoundry and found the overall experience intense but informative. Make sure you get along with your mentor as their guidance will be key to your development throughout the course. Having a teaching background I can say that the curriculum is well designed and easy to follow. Also, they provide a great community to share your experiences with so you feel supported. From this point of view I'm satisfied, however the marketing is deceptive and I don't think the course is worth the cost. The course was marketed for 15-20 hours per week part-time yet I found myself spending double the amount of time. Juggling this with a full time job was so intense. I felt burntout and also lost the motivation and joy of learning this new field. They fail to take into account the hours spent on learning new programmes (if you're not a designer) and time spent on research and extra reading material (which is necessary to gain a full understanding of the lessons to enable you to complete the tasks). Also, I think this course benefits those who want to apply for work in the UK or US. If you're looking for work in the resf of Europe it's difficult. They guarantee you will be able to get work as a junior UX/UI designer but I was constantly rejected for not having enough 'experience'. I was unable to get a job and as a result gave up trying. And forget about getting the refund, it's impossible. Sadly,not worth the money!
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Team
Nov 13, 2019
Hi CeeCee,
thank you for sharing your thoughts!
We are always open to feedback in order to improve the product we offer. We would very much like the opportunity to look into your situation, as the points that you have cited are uncommon for the majority of our students.
Could you please contact us at: feedback@careerfoundry.com
We look forward to hearing from you and addressing the points raised.
Best regards,
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Jia Yin Loon
Intensive and amazing programme !
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I am almost done with UX Immersion and it has been an amazing learning journey and experience thus far... I had no background in UX before starting the course and I now believe I have the required fundamentals to work in this field. It is intensive because every task requires focus and understanding within a short period of time, but I guess this is good practice to get a "feel" of the real world. I am also blessed with experienced and kind mentor and tutor who are always there for me! They have been such a great encouragement and source of guidance in this new journey of mine!
Can't wait to see what happens next!
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Ante
Well structured and organised UX Design Course
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I was sceptical about online learning, but CF did an amazing job of building the whole platform. The curriculum is very well structured and each lesson is followed by practical work. Tutors and mentors are timely, encouraging, helpful and their feedback is always constructive. Another great thing is that CareerFoundry offers 50% discount on almost every UX/UI design related software.
I would dearly recommend it to everyone who wants to jump into this creative field.
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Maria S. Manganiello
UX Design Course Review
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As a full-time employee, I was pretty hesitant when looking at in-person and online bootcamps. What made me choose CareerFoundry was the flexibility of the program, the curriculum (you can tell it’s structured and written by professionals who know what they are doing) and the responsiveness of the staff. You feel like you belong to a team of people who genuinely want you to succeed, I have never seen them denying assistance to anyone, whatever the step they were in.
Someone wrote that you can find most of the materials of the course online and for free — it’s true, but I don’t think the material should be the reason why one enrolls at CF. You choose CF because you don’t want to take all the steps by yourself, because you want to be backed by a strong community and a tutor, and a mentor, who carefully review your tasks and make it easier for you to identify your areas of improvement. I know myself and I know I struggle to keep the motivation alive (especially when I have to study after a full work day) and I’m sure I wouldn’t be able to do all this if it wasn’t for Carlo and Sophie guiding me through the course, providing precious insights based on their hands-on experience in the field. For me, the real value of CF is ultimately the “human” aspect.
Don’t expect, though, that you won’t be doing research on your own and expand your knowledge on other resources. I strongly recommend deepening your UX knowledge on your own, based on your interests and your career plan: it’s an ever-evolving field so the sooner your start, the better, especially because some chapters are a great starting point but are not exhaustive in themselves. They give you the right direction, then it's up to you to carve your own path.
Speaking strictly about the workload, I am pretty ahead of the milestones while working full-time, so the deadlines feel quite reasonable. I can’t say much about the job assistance because I have just started the job preparation course, but it looks up-to-date. I even started applying some of the knowledge I learned during these months in my current job and it’s very rewarding: I look forward to finishing the course and seeing what the future holds for me in this wonderful field.
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Andrej Kandare
Intense and makes you want to learn even more!
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It's been very intense and hard, but after each assignment I feel like I'm building upon my knowledge, which is great. I like deadlines and without them I definitely wouldn't come that far. Hope to finish the course on time. What the UX Design course (full-time) has done for me, is not to just spark a real enthusiasm about the topic, but also gave me tools to be more confident in embarking onto a completely new journey. A special shout-out to the brilliant tutor I had!
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Duong Le
Lever looked back
I'm very happy that I chose to study with CF. They always have resources available to provide the support that I needed. On top of that, students get to attend networking events/workshops to expand our knowledge and contacts. I enjoyed my UX Course thoroughly and had great relationship with my mentors and tutors. -
J.Meier
Best further education measure for employed persons
I have already done the Web-developer course and currently I am working on the UX course. The insights helped me to understand a lot of aspects these two professions. Even tough I am full-time employed, the content and the tasks are manageable (if you have at least some kind of related knowledge). The Mentor and Tutors are helpful and have never turned down a question.
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Angela Kabasobokwe
CareerFoundry UX Design
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I am just over half way through my course and throughly enjoying it! The support from both my tutor and mentor is amazing, they provide clear, constructive and timely feedback enabling me to swiftly improve my work and continue with the assignments. I found that they are also incredibly emotionally supportive in times where I may have felt overwhelmed or stressed! It took me a long time to choose the establishment I would study UX with, and no doubt believe that I made the best decision! Thanks guys 😃
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Olga
Marketing manager to UX designer
I did more than half of Career Foundry UX immersion course and I should say it is one of the best decisions i made in my life.
Course is well structured and opportunity to work with real tutor and mentor gives me both flexibility and good level of feedback.
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Shweta
Well structured and useful course!
I am currently studying UI design course at Career Foundry and i am really liking the course material, there is a lot of information , and is really well structured. I am glad i found this course!
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Juliette
Such a great investment!
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CareerFoundry is an awesome investment for people who want to learn a new skill, change careers, or just improve on the skills they already have. I took the UI Design course and am so happy I chose this particular program. It is self-paced but they give clear milestones to keep you on track, which is exactly what I needed. Pluse, the mentor + tutor I got matched with helped me so much throughout the course. Highly recommend!