CareerFoundry
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CareerFoundry is an online bootcamp that offers flexibly paced programs for career changers in web development, UX design, UI design, product design, data analytics, digital marketing, and product management. Headquartered in Berlin but with a global student base, CareerFoundry has provided tech education since 2013.
CareerFoundry combines the flexibility of online learning with the guidance of mentors and tutors through their dual mentorship model, training students...
CareerFoundry is an online bootcamp that offers flexibly paced programs for career changers in web development, UX design, UI design, product design, data analytics, digital marketing, and product management. Headquartered in Berlin but with a global student base, CareerFoundry has provided tech education since 2013.
CareerFoundry combines the flexibility of online learning with the guidance of mentors and tutors through their dual mentorship model, training students to become job-ready in four to 12 months, or their money back.
No previous experience is required to apply for the programs. Students should have access to a computer and an internet connection, and an interest in the topic they are planning to study. Students apply via the CareerFoundry website by connecting with an advisor who can talk through their options. Students will need to pay a deposit to secure their place, then complete the required pre-work before the program commences.
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- Morgan BrennanStudent • UX Design Program • OnlineVerified by LinkedInMar 30, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
UX Design Program
So far I have had. great experience with CareerFoundry. I get prompt answers and communication is great, which is what is most important to me. I love that I can do things on my own schedule, but the tracker keeps me motivated to finish things early. Tasks are generally easy to understand, with a few exceptions (but nothing is perfect). I recommend this bootcamp every chance I get. - BernadetteGlobal Account Manager • Student • UX Designer • OnlineVerified by LinkedInMar 18, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
UX Design got me through the pandemic
I took CF's UX design course. In fact, I am still taking it and am planning to graduate within the next 7 weeks.
Even though, I am not a particularly good online-only learner, I made it through the course. It is all about getting into a routine and setting a manageable goal on how many submissions you want to do within one week.
A total of roughly 80 submissions sounds a lot at first but it helps you break the pile of content into small chunks and it gives you the feeling...I took CF's UX design course. In fact, I am still taking it and am planning to graduate within the next 7 weeks.
Even though, I am not a particularly good online-only learner, I made it through the course. It is all about getting into a routine and setting a manageable goal on how many submissions you want to do within one week.
A total of roughly 80 submissions sounds a lot at first but it helps you break the pile of content into small chunks and it gives you the feeling of achieving something 80 times :) And what amazed me the most is the progress I am seeing comparing submissions from different points in time.
You will love the course and your new self when you take a CF course :) So do it! Use this link for a 5% discount: https://careerfoundry.com/en/referral_registrations/new?referral=JEjggk7W - EliStudent • UX Design Program • OnlineVerified by LinkedInMar 17, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Absolutely worth it
Overall I am extremely happy with choosing CareerFoundry.
I enrolled in the UX Bootcamp in September 2020, and it took me a while to get used to taking an online course. Not easy to sit down and study on your own, right?
What I liked about CareerFoundry was having a tutor and mentor to talk to. This was a huge asset for a distracted person like me. So, the first thing I did was that I started booking weekly video calls with my mentor to get a sense of how it is to be a UX design...Overall I am extremely happy with choosing CareerFoundry.
I enrolled in the UX Bootcamp in September 2020, and it took me a while to get used to taking an online course. Not easy to sit down and study on your own, right?
What I liked about CareerFoundry was having a tutor and mentor to talk to. This was a huge asset for a distracted person like me. So, the first thing I did was that I started booking weekly video calls with my mentor to get a sense of how it is to be a UX designer. As a result, I got more engaged with the curriculum and finished my first project by October and got my Intro to UX certificate.
The UX design program in CareerFoundry includes three sections:
· Intro to UX: you design an app from scratch with an overview of the user research, wireframing and prototyping· Immersion: you will get a chance to design another app from scratch. This time you learn much more details· Specialization: you will choose your specialization from existing courses and move further to become a professional UX designer
In addition to this, once you have passed half of the program, the job preparation course will be unlocked for you (if you are eligible for the course). In the job preparation course, you get a chance to work on your resume, cover letter, LinkedIn profile and creating your elevator pitch. You will have a professional career coach for this course too.
Moreover, you will be connected to other students and your peers in Slack. You can find a study buddy, get feedback on your project, get help from others, help them on their project, and share your thoughts and concerns for job applications later on.
To sum it up, I felt very supported by CareeFoundry. It was like they were taking me step by step toward my new career by teaching me all the tips for being successful in finding my first job as a UX designer.
If you decided to register for this program and find it as valuable as I did, feel free to use this link for 5% off your tuition:
https://careerfoundry.com/en/referral_registrations/new?referral=X7vV2z78 - Fenil ShahGraphic Designer • StudentVerified by LinkedInMar 17, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
UX Design
Before actually pulling the trigger and investing into a UX course I spent several months researching courses across the internet, reading blogs, ratings, talking to students etc. After this extended research, I found Careerfoundry course to the perfect match for what I was looking for.
Content — Great Material, thorough reading, relevant content videos, easy to understand, good and valuable additional resources.
Projects — R...Before actually pulling the trigger and investing into a UX course I spent several months researching courses across the internet, reading blogs, ratings, talking to students etc. After this extended research, I found Careerfoundry course to the perfect match for what I was looking for.
Content — Great Material, thorough reading, relevant content videos, easy to understand, good and valuable additional resources.
Projects — Realistic, practical, Don't forget you get what you put into it.
Mentors & Tutors — Super helpful, knowledgeable, the chat are quite inspiring and casual. Do remember they can get busy, be proactive when getting on their calendars.
The course setup ensures you start out with the basics, and finish as an expert in UX with specialized knowledge and a professional portfolio of real-world projects to set you apart in the job market.
- LouiseMusician • Student • UI Design Program • OnlineVerified by LinkedInMar 17, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
UI Design Immersion Course
I enrolled in CareerFoundrys user interface design immersion course. I come from a background of almost no experience with tech and computers. I have learned A LOT! Overall its been a great experience and I have felt supported at challenging times. - JasminUx design student • Student • UX Designer • BerlinVerified by LinkedInMar 06, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
UX Design course
I'm about to finish the UX design certification and all I can say it's that it's been amazing, I have learned a lot, I feel ready to start working in the industry, I feel confident in my future portfolio; my tutor and mentor are always there for me, I can contact them every day if I want to. The certification covers so much information in an easy to understand way and with exercises to apply every new skill, and I'm also currently doing my job preparation course, which is really helpful ...I'm about to finish the UX design certification and all I can say it's that it's been amazing, I have learned a lot, I feel ready to start working in the industry, I feel confident in my future portfolio; my tutor and mentor are always there for me, I can contact them every day if I want to. The certification covers so much information in an easy to understand way and with exercises to apply every new skill, and I'm also currently doing my job preparation course, which is really helpful to be ready for the job hunt, my mentor for that course is also great and there to help me any time I need. - Carolyn FadoGraduate • Intro to UX Design Course • OnlineVerified by LinkedInFeb 26, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Useful Curriculum
I took the intro to UX design with Career Foundry. I spoke with a couple of friends who are professional UX Designers and they told me that the curriculum is what I should be studying as someone who is considering a career change in UX. I enjoyed the ability to have a mentor call and listen to the listens or read them at my convenience.
One star has been taken away because my mentor switched during the course and this lead to a delay in the feedback for my last assignment; however, t...I took the intro to UX design with Career Foundry. I spoke with a couple of friends who are professional UX Designers and they told me that the curriculum is what I should be studying as someone who is considering a career change in UX. I enjoyed the ability to have a mentor call and listen to the listens or read them at my convenience.
One star has been taken away because my mentor switched during the course and this lead to a delay in the feedback for my last assignment; however, they did pair me with another mentor who provided excellent feedback. - MargheritaStudent • UX Design Program • OnlineVerified by LinkedInFeb 17, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Great and flexible UX Design course
I joined the CareerFoundry UX Design course in July. The course is structured very well, with the whole experience being broken down into small and manageable Tasks which allowed me to keep up with the course even when I was very busy with work. It was very important for me to be able to study at my own pace while having easy access to support- and that's exactly why I chose CareerFoundry.
I also appreciate the fact that the course is project-based, which allowed me to learn many pra...I joined the CareerFoundry UX Design course in July. The course is structured very well, with the whole experience being broken down into small and manageable Tasks which allowed me to keep up with the course even when I was very busy with work. It was very important for me to be able to study at my own pace while having easy access to support- and that's exactly why I chose CareerFoundry.
I also appreciate the fact that the course is project-based, which allowed me to learn many practices first hand, while working on projects that will enrich my portfolio. - JacobStudent • UX Design Program • OnlineVerified by LinkedInFeb 11, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Solid Experience; Great Flexibility and Friendly Instructors
Overall, CF provides students with solid resources and curriculum. To get the most out of the mentors, tutors, and Slack community, it is up to the student to take the initiative, but the staff and instructors are very willing to help. - KatarzynaStudent • UX Designer • OnlineVerified by LinkedInFeb 11, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Full-time UX Design Course
I am enrolled in the CareerFoundry full-time UXD course through Berlin's Job Center. The course is exactly what I was looking for (curriculum-wise), but in my opinion, a few improvements could be made.
- There should be a possibility to reach the CF Team by phone. Even though the Team replies to emails very quickly, it happened once or twice that after exchanging a couple of emails my question remained unanswered (or the answer was not clear enough...
I am enrolled in the CareerFoundry full-time UXD course through Berlin's Job Center. The course is exactly what I was looking for (curriculum-wise), but in my opinion, a few improvements could be made.
- There should be a possibility to reach the CF Team by phone. Even though the Team replies to emails very quickly, it happened once or twice that after exchanging a couple of emails my question remained unanswered (or the answer was not clear enough). I believe that if I had a chance to explain my issues in a call, my problems would be resolved.
- Some group tasks involving CF students would be great. Before signing up for the course I really hoped to have some actual "classmates", which would be motivating and just help to network.
- More video tutorials or diagrams/illustrations? More visual content would help a lot - not everything's clear just by reading a text.
- Slack-based student community. It is great, but as CF moves such a basic thing as students' community to a platform of CF's choice (Slack), it would be nice if they also provided a premium for the CF students.
That's all that comes to my mind! - VeronicaStudent • Intro to UX Design Course • OnlineVerified by LinkedInFeb 11, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
UX Design
Superb course for learning UX design. You get excellent support from your Tutor, Mentor and you Career coach and not to forget, the CareerFoundry community on Slack. This course was more than I could ever ask for. - AnushreeStudent • UX Design Program • OnlineVerified by LinkedInJan 21, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Career after a long break
I have been intending to get back into the workforce for the last 15 years. Taking care of my child, elderly parents and extended family- I took online courses, but felt lost when it came to looking for work. The world has changed ! One day while browsing Instagram, I came across CareerFoundry. Joining the course of UX Design was the life altering experience for me. Apart from excellent content of the course that is broken into small achievable goals, prompt input from tutor, regular gu...I have been intending to get back into the workforce for the last 15 years. Taking care of my child, elderly parents and extended family- I took online courses, but felt lost when it came to looking for work. The world has changed ! One day while browsing Instagram, I came across CareerFoundry. Joining the course of UX Design was the life altering experience for me. Apart from excellent content of the course that is broken into small achievable goals, prompt input from tutor, regular guidance from mentor helps. The student advisors and onlife CF community makes sure that you do not get into your shell. CF, from time to time keeps a check on the pace at which you are learning and generously tweaks your timeline too. With time, I can see that I am gaining confidence and knowledge to be ready for joining the workforce in technology. I would strongly recommend people, especially women like me, to consider a course in CF.
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CareerFoundry Alumni Reviews Summary
Based on 1,400+ CareerFoundry reviews on Course Report, alumni appreciate the practical, skill-building approach of the bootcamps, particularly highlighting the mentorship, structured and engaging curriculum, and the flexibility to learn at their own pace. One student remarked, "The support and feedback from the Tutor and Mentor are what keeps me motivated, energized and confident about the skill I’m learning." However, some noted that learning online can feel lonely, especially for tasks typically done in teams.
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4.7
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4.7
Curriculum
4.6
Job Assistance
4.5
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FAQs
How much does CareerFoundry cost?
CareerFoundry costs around $7,900. On the lower end, some CareerFoundry courses like Data Analytics Program cost $6,900.
What courses does CareerFoundry teach?
CareerFoundry offers courses like Data Analytics Program, Digital Marketing Program, Full-Stack Web Development Program, Product Design Program and 3 more.
Where does CareerFoundry have campuses?
CareerFoundry teaches students Online in a remote classroom.
Is CareerFoundry worth it?
CareerFoundry hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 1,482 CareerFoundry alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed CareerFoundry on Course Report - you should start there!
Is CareerFoundry legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 1,482 CareerFoundry alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed CareerFoundry and rate their overall experience a 4.67 out of 5.
Does CareerFoundry offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?
Right now, it doesn't look like CareerFoundry 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.
Can I read CareerFoundry reviews?
You can read 1,482 reviews of CareerFoundry on Course Report! CareerFoundry alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed CareerFoundry and rate their overall experience a 4.67 out of 5.
Is CareerFoundry accredited?
While bootcamps must be approved to operate, accreditation is relatively rare. CareerFoundry doesn't yet share information about their accreditation status.