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Skillcrush

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Skillcrush is a woman-owned, independent, online coding & design school founded in 2012. Skillcrush offers both free and paid programs, including the self-paced Break Into Tech + Job Guarantee program, which prepares students for entry-level positions in front end development and design. Skillcrush is on a mission to empower career changers — with a special focus on women and BIPOC — with the technical skills they need to transition into higher-earning, more fu...

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  • Erin
    Graduate • Wordpress Developer Blueprint • Online
    Sep 01, 2015
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    Great idea, lacking in execution.

    I already do website maintenance (html/css) in my career, but I wanted to step it up and add to my skills so I could branch out. I thought the Web Development blueprint would be an easy and affordable way to advance. I liked that it was flexible and I could do the lessons as I pleased. I was wrong. While the lessons are laid out nicely, clean, and seem short, they are not completely useful. They contain very short video lessons--I'm talking 3 minutes or less--and&nb...

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  • Anonymous
    Student • Wordpress Developer Blueprint • Online
    Aug 26, 2015
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    Wasn't so helpful

    Skillcrush was my first introduction to coding and I loved how it was designed for women and encouraged a community of females coders, but I didn't find the material to be thorough enough for an absolute beginner.  I ended up taking forever to get through the Skillcrush stuff because the video lessons were brief and didn't make much sense to me. All in all, I thought it was a waste of money because I ended up taking other non-Skillcrush courses to help me get through Skillcrus...

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  • Christine Oskison
    Graduate • Freelance Business Building Blueprint • Online
    Jun 04, 2015
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    Fantastic support, program, and community!

    When I began the Skillcrush Web Design Blueprint (Sept. 2014), I had no prior experience in web design or development.  I had been looking for a course that was geared toward women - for the design style and also communication.  I enjoyed the teaching style, 1:1 weekly office hours, community and support so much that I signed up for my 2nd Skillcrush Blueprint, Freelance WordPress Developer, Jan 2015.    

    Through these blueprints I learned the f...

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  • Anonymous
    Graduate • Wordpress Developer Blueprint • Online
    May 22, 2015
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    Not worth it.

    I really wanted to like Skillcrush. The course seemed like it would teach a lot of things for the money, and I liked their spirit of female empowerment. Unfortunately it was mostly just a lot of hype, and hardly taught enough to make it worthwhile. Here is a breakdown of what they advertise, versus what you actually get:

    “Practical Training That Fits Your Schedule”: The classes can be completed at your own pace. It can certainly be done in less than an hour each day, ...

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  • Anonymous
    Student • Online
    Apr 30, 2015
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    Web Design at Skillcrush

    I enrolled in Skillcrush's Web Design blueprint and it's been a great experience. I think Skillcrush is great for those who have absolutely no programming experience because the lessons broken down in a way that newbies could understand. The staff are great with answering questions and they will help you if you can't afford Skillcrush.

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  • Lynn
    Account Specialist • Student • (1) Break Into Tech + Get Hired Program: Front End Developer Track • Online
    Mar 05, 2015
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    New Ruby on Rails Blueprint

    I previously took the Web Development blueprint (see my review below), and I came back to Skillcrush for the Ruby on Rails blueprint.  I liked working with Ruby but really wasn't comfortable with it from the short course as part of my first blueprint.  So, I wanted to explore it more in depth.  This is a new blueprint that Skillcrush is doing, so they are still accepting feedback and ironing out some kinks in the curriculum.  For instance, we are in the first month ...

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  • Zubin
    Wordpress Developer Blueprint • Online
    Mar 03, 2015
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    Waste of time

    I took the Skillcrush Web Developer course. It has 3 units: HTML/CSS, Javascript & JQuery, and Ruby. Before I started the HTML unit, I read HTML and CSS: Design and Build Websites by Jon Duckett. I started the unit and I breezed through it weeks ahead of schedule.

    I then started the Javascript unit and I was so confused. I tried getting assistance from fello...

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  • Andrea Martens
    Graphic & Web Designer • Graduate • Front End Developer Blueprint • Online
    Feb 05, 2015
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    Entertaining and Structured Learning With Plenty of Assistance

    At the start, I was skeptical about Skillcrush—the cost was making me sway, but the end result has left me with no regrets. 

    I love the energy and outstanding know-how that Skillcrush has. Their presentation of material is thoughtful, thorough and easy to follow. Their after hours one-on-one instructor-student help is unique, as well as course cheat-sheets, inside knowledge and additional videos are all incredibly helpful. I especially liked how they reg...

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  • Lynn
    Account Specialist • Wordpress Developer Blueprint • Online
    Feb 05, 2015
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    Flexible and great for basics (Web Development Blueprint alum)

    I thought Skillcrush was the best choice for me when I realized that I needed more "formal" learning for front end development.  I previously had owned my own web design business for a year and knew basic HTML and CSS, but I was self taught and had huge knowledge gaps of the basics.  I took the Web Developer Blueprint and loved the price- it's way cheaper than a lot of the other bootcamps out there online.  I got a good foundation in the basics of HTML and CSS,...

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  • Anonymous
    Student • (1) Break Into Tech + Get Hired Program: Front End Developer Track • Online
    May 31, 2023
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    Skillcrush: So Student Supportive

    So far, Skillcrush has been everything I wanted it to be! The mentors/teachers are wonderfu  and quick to respond to answers. Lessons are presented in easy to follow and understand steps. The student communit  has been warm and welcoming. Jump into the program, it's really great here!
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  • Anonymous
    Graduate • (2) Break Into Tech + Get Hired Program: UI/UX Designer Track • Online
    Mar 10, 2023
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    Best Coding Bootcamp

    Very great platform for all the learners especially for women. Best part is that it also offers free and paid courses. You can select according to your choices. All staffs and instructors are so supportive. Amazing!
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  • Anonymous
    Applicant • (1) Break Into Tech + Get Hired Program: Front End Developer Track • Online
    Nov 30, 2022
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    Terrible!

    An embellished course name, but the content is empty.  To make the course fun by making all kinds of jokes and montage music in the background.  Combining the facial expressions of the woman with the constant effort of trying to look cute in different ways got on my nerves.  the background music doesn't even give you a chance to focus.  motivational music anyway, playing the guitar. waste of money and time!  They didn't give me my $68! Dont stop by here, go coursera. You can find masters...
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Updated March 30, 2023
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Updated May 03, 2021
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Updated March 25, 2015
Christine Oskison had a degree in counseling psychology before taking on the role of stay-at-home mom to raise her children outside of Philadelphia. She became interested in web design and development as a creative pursuit, and Christine found Skillcrush when she searched for coding programs tailored to women. Now having completed the Skillcrush Web Development Blueprint , and in the middle of the Wordpress Developer Blueprint , Christine tells us about the benefits of ...
Liz Eggleston
Updated March 10, 2015
Jamie Raymond was using her degree in Graphic Design at a startup job in New York City, but realized that working with front-end web development was the most thrilling part of her job. Jamie chose to do an online course and was impressed by Skillcrush’s commitment to teaching women. She had a successful 10-day trial with Skillcrush and took both the Web Developer Blueprint and the Web Designer Blueprint . We talk to Jamie about using Mightybell to collaborate with other ...
Kelli Orrela
Updated February 19, 2015
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FAQs

How much does Skillcrush cost?

Skillcrush costs around $2,499.

Where does Skillcrush have campuses?

Skillcrush teaches students Online in a remote classroom.

Is Skillcrush worth it?

Skillcrush hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 426 Skillcrush alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Skillcrush on Course Report - you should start there!

Is Skillcrush legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 426 Skillcrush alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Skillcrush and rate their overall experience a 4.8 out of 5.

Does Skillcrush offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?

Right now, it doesn't look like Skillcrush 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 Skillcrush reviews?

You can read 426 reviews of Skillcrush on Course Report! Skillcrush alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Skillcrush and rate their overall experience a 4.8 out of 5.

Is Skillcrush accredited?

While bootcamps must be approved to operate, accreditation is relatively rare. Skillcrush doesn't yet share information about their accreditation status.

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