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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...
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  • Anonymous
    Student • Online
    Apr 12, 2016
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    Good Idea, Bad Execution

    I enrolled in CF for two reasons: it was cheap, and it allowed me to still work. I was assigned to a mentor, who was alright, to be fair. The lessons felt like they were made by a good front-end developer who worked as (or maybe related to a teacher) a teaching assistant, and a back-end developer who really sucked at teaching. The Web Development course is designed that you make an app but the overall impression I had was that it is not something you showcase in a portfolio--- it lacks the...

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    Rosie Allabarton of CareerFoundry

    Blog Editor

    Oct 26, 2016

    Dear Anonymous

    Many thanks for writing a review of your time studying CareerFoundry’s Web Development Course. We really value the feedback of our students, it helps us to learn and grow as a company, understand what went right or wrong and see what we can do now so you leave us with a positive experience.  

    In your review you mention two essential parts of the CareerFoundry learning experience: first that it was an opportunity for you to study flexibly, around your job. Secondly, you mention your mentor. 

    Our mentors are fundamental to everything we do here at CareerFoundry. Chosen for their sharply-honed skills, industry experience, passion for technology and teaching expertise, we couldn’t be prouder of the work they do here, shaping the new careers of so many of our students. We’re pleased to read that your interactions with your mentor were satisfying. We were also happy to read that you found the front-end course material actionable and easy to understand. 

    You wrote in your review: 

     “The lessons felt like they were made by a good front-end developer who worked as (or maybe related to a teacher) a teaching assistant, and a back-end developer who really sucked at teaching.”

    We were sorry to read you that you were disappointed with the course materials for the back-end part of the course.  

    We work on our course materials not just with technical experts, but also with in-house curriculum and educational specialists who spend a great deal of their time working on making both the copy and exercises digestible and relevant to our students. We also offer students the opportunity to give feedback on the course materials after every single lesson so that we can continue to learn and improve on what we can offer. Did you take the opportunity to leave us your feedback at the time? 

    If you chose not to leave feedback on the course, did you bring up your frustrations with either your mentor, or our Student Advisors? When we are alerted to these problems both our Student Advisors and our mentors work quickly to get students back on track as soon as possible. Web development does not come naturally to everybody, but it is something that anybody can learn. Our mentors are there to help our students through the tougher parts of the course, so they can move on to their next task and stay on track with as little disruption as possible; learning and growing all the time. 

    You wrote in your review: “The Web Development course is designed that you make an app but the overall impression I had was that it is not something you showcase in a portfolio--- it lacks the wow factor to get you hired that you might have better chances if you say you have not built anything but you are very trainable.” 

    As you have chosen to remain anonymous in your review, it is hard for us to comment directly on your personal portfolio. However, we would love to hear more details on exactly what it was that gave you “the impression” the app you developed wasn’t right for a portfolio. We can vouch for hundreds of students who have gone through the very same course and have built show-stopping portfolios using the skills they have learned with us, many of whom have gone on to land their first junior positions in the field shortly after graduation. In fact, we’re so confident in the quality of our students’ work that if a student doesn’t find a job they love within six months of completing their course with us we give them all of their tuition fees back, guaranteed.   

    This point also leads into the next part of your review: “I learned things--- but boy, it was not worth the money.”

    As I said, we offer a full money back guarantee to anyone who does not get a job they love (not just any job!) within six months of graduating from any of our courses. And we don’t expect you to do it alone, either. Our Placement Team work tirelessly to get all of our graduates interview-ready and connected to employers in their area, to increase their chances of getting that job they always wanted. And if they don’t? Yep, they get their money back. 

    You wrote in your review: “I get the frustration when your program fails to work, but the reason it fails is that it you were not taught properly how to do it right in the first place.”

    From your report of your mentor, you appear to have been satisfied with his or her interactions with you on the course, so I am unclear exactly what you mean when you say you were “not taught properly”. However I have left my personal email address at the end of this response so if you would like to tell us more about your experience with us I would strongly encourage you to do so. 

    What I can say is that if you had reported your frustrations to us sooner - as we encourage our students to do - we would have done everything within our power to ensure your mentor was guiding you in your learning and aiding you with any obstacles. 

    I hope that my response has helped to clarify a few things, and if you would like to write to me personally to discuss your experience further I would welcome that decision.

    Best,

    Rosie Allabarton

    rosie@careerfoundry.com
  • Stephanie Edwards
    Student • UX Design Program • Online
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    Jan 24, 2024
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    Fantastic mentors, out of date resource links

    CareerFoundry is friendly and accessible bootcamp which is easy to complete at your own pace. Their range of mentors and tutors are all knowledgeable and friendly, though you may occasionally find you have to switch mentors if your timings just don't line up. Good news is the student advisors are super helpful and make this process easy!

    The student community is very supportive and great for early networking of people in the same boat as you. 

    I will say that on the UX cour...
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  • Carolina Lagarda
    Product Designer • Student • UX Design Program • Online
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    Jan 02, 2024
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    CareerFoundry - UX Design Program

    I'm currently a student in the UX Design Program at Career Foundry, I love how easy is to learn new abilities that will help me to become a better UX designer and eventually acquire professional growth. 

    The course is divided into lessons, and each lesson is composed of a lecture/listening that will be evaluated through a task. Instructions are very clear and as a student, you are always guided by instructors and previous deliverables to use as references. Is such a joy to learn w...
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  • Priyanka Karamchandani
    Student • Data Analytics Program • Online
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    Jan 02, 2024
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    Interesting and Informative

    The Career Foundry data analytics course proves to be both captivating and pleasurable, providing an easily comprehensible learning experience. The incorporation of hands-on projects adds a realistic dimension to the curriculum, facilitating the seamless construction of a comprehensive portfolio.

    This educational program not only captures one's interest but also ensures an enjoyable journey through the intricacies of data analytics. The course content is presented in a manner that...
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  • Kelly Woodard
    UX Designer • Student • UX Design Program • Online
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    Jan 01, 2024
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    UX design

    I am taking the UX Design course with CareerFoundry. So far I found it to be a very thorough and useful course. I have learned a lot about each step of the process in UX. This gives me confidence to get a job when I have completed the course in the field. Great course, I would highly recommend to anyone who wants to take the next steps to grow in their career. The tutors are very helpful along the way too. 
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  • Cody Ayers
    Cody Ayers
    Student • Full-Stack Web Development Program • Online
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    Jan 01, 2024
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    CareerFoundry Full-Stack

    This course is helping me create a better future for myself and family. The help you get from Tutors and Mentors is amazing and a great tool that I feel is unique to them! The courses and the resources they provide are great tools to help expand your knowledge for the future in working in web-development. 
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  • Greg Allison
    Greg Allison
    Student • Full-Stack Web Development Program • Online
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    Jan 01, 2024
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    Well-Structured Full-Stack program

    I enrolled a few months ago to transition from customer service to the tech industry. Each student gets to connect with a tutor as well as with a mentor who works in the industry. The content is also being updated regularly to include things like AI and other quickly evolving technologies. 
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  • Clare Dillman
    Graphic Designer • Student • UX Design Program • Online
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    Nov 08, 2023
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    Skill-building, Career-focused, Hands-On

    I’ve learned invaluable skills during my time at Career Foundry’s UX boot camp that I can immediately apply to my current job and carry forward into my future career. The mentorship and guidance from tutors have been exceptional, making this learning experience truly enriching and practical.
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  • Jaime Suarez
    Student • Data Analytics Program • Online
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    Sep 08, 2023
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    Learn at your own pace

    The Data Analysis bootcamp offered by CareerFoundry will guide you through all the topics, but lets you learn at your own pace, which is great for people who have a full-time job or for those who want to dedicate 100% to the program. Tutors and Mentors are available either way, and are willing to assist you when needed.

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  • ian chang
    Student • Digital Marketing Program • Online
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    Aug 24, 2023
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    Straightforward, educational, useful

    I'm loving my careerfoundry marketing bootcamp. I love how you can go at your own pace, the work feels the challenging enough, and the tutors and mentors are easy to communicate with. I've learned a wide range of skills that'll apply to my marketing career and my mentor even thinks that the class is great.
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  • Gabrielle Hawker
    Student • Data Analytics Program • Online
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    Aug 15, 2023
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    Fascinating, engaging, and informative.

    I've felt supported throughout the entire experience. The lessons are structured in a way that keep me interested and make it easy to retain the information given. The expected pacing is reasonable even for people working full time, and the opportunity to rush ahead or slow down at my own pace removes the stress of arbitrary deadlines that many other schools have. The feedback I receive on assignments is useful, actionable, and encouraging. My instructors have answered all my questions a...
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  • Nishtha Mehta
    Student • UX Design Program • Online
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    Jul 25, 2023
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    Learning in a flexible online environment

    I’m enjoying learning UX through CareerFoundry. The flexible model works really well for me since I can take a break if work/personal life is busy and make up for it when I have more time. Learning oline can be a bit lonely though especially when it involves tasks usually completed in teams like user research. I have found it helpful to go to mentor when I’m feeling lonely/unmotivated. The mentor/tutor model has been good.
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  • Raul Brand
    Corporate Assistant Buyer • Student • Data Analytics Program • Online
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    Jul 17, 2023
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    An Exceptional Journey into Data Analytics: 10/10 Experience with CareerFoundry

    I'm having an amazing experience with my data analytics course, starting with the introductory module on data analytics and then diving into the data analytics immersion program. The entire curriculum was exceptionally well-structured, ensuring comprehensive coverage of all aspects to truly make you an expert in analytics. Moreover, it emphasized creating the best possible portfolio to help you achieve your goals.

    The mentors and tutors are highly knowledgeable, with i...
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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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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!

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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.

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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.

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