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The Tech Academy is a trade school headquartered in Portland, Oregon that offers full-time and part-time bootcamps online and in-person at their Portland campus.The Tech Academy offers bootcamps in computer programming, website development, cybersecurity, game development, mobile development, data science, and front-end development. The immersive experience aims to create well-rounded technology professionals, and also gives students the option to take the course at their own pace. There are also no set starts dates or rigid scheduling. Students can enroll at any time, study from home, and choose whatever study schedule they would like.
The Tech Academy’s bootcamps cover topics including computer science fundamentals, programming basics, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL, C#, Python, Bootstrap, jQuery, React.js, project management, Agile, Scrum, MVC, version control, Java, and more. Each bootcamp also includes a Live Project, where students gain real-life experience to add to their resume as well as job placement assistance.
None of The Tech Academy's bootcamps require any tech background or experience. To apply, applicants need to take an IQ test with logic-based questions (to ensure applicants can read, write and perform basic math), followed by an admissions interview.
The final part of every The Tech Academy bootcamp is the Job Placement Course which covers interviewing skills, resume writing, where to find tech jobs, and gives students access to job placement staff who assist students in landing technical positions.
I had some experience with coding in college, and after a few years out in the real world, I started trying to teach myself new languages. I found that I was a little bit all over the place and wanted to get a solid base and some projects under my belt. After a couple days of research, I decided to join The Tech Academy because they offered a part-time remote option, and they had some back-end development in C# and SQL.
The program delivered as far as providing me a base level ...
I had some experience with coding in college, and after a few years out in the real world, I started trying to teach myself new languages. I found that I was a little bit all over the place and wanted to get a solid base and some projects under my belt. After a couple days of research, I decided to join The Tech Academy because they offered a part-time remote option, and they had some back-end development in C# and SQL.
The program delivered as far as providing me a base level knowledge of multiple languages, and some projects to show to potential employers. I was surprised at how many interviews I got right off the bat after finishing the job placement course at the end of the curriculum.
After finding a job, I walked into my first meeting expecting a lot to go over my head, but I actually had a good grasp on everything based on my experience with The Tech Academy.
My only qualms with the program are that I wish I could have had a little more feedback on my code throughout the course. I got a lot of responses of "great job, you passed" and I would have liked to have a little bit more of a critical eye on my code.
If you have any kind of a coding background, then the recommended timeline for finishing can definitely be much shorter. I definitely still got a lot out of it, and I can see how this is good for people of varying levels, but you should breeze through the first couple of courses if you have a technical background (though still fun and interesting).
My last issue with it, is that as a remote student I feel that it was tough to get a hold of people at times. I had to send multiple emails and follow-ups, and sometimes I feel as though my requests for help fell through the cracks. But when I did get through, instructors were very helpful with projects and job placement.
All that being said, I do think this is a great way to get a solid base in web development, and get started in a new career in coding!
Danny Condon of The Tech Academy
Operations Manager
May 05, 2017
Employed in-field | 70.1% |
Full-time employee | 70.1% |
Full-time apprenticeship, internship or contract position | 0.0% |
Short-term contract, part-time, or freelance | 0.0% |
Started a new company or venture after graduation | 0.0% |
Not seeking in-field employment | 11.2% |
Employed out-of-field | 2.8% |
Continuing to higher education | 4.7% |
Not seeking a job for health, family, or personal reasons | 3.8% |
Still seeking job in-field | 8.5% |
Could not contact | 10.2% |
How much does The Tech Academy cost?
The Tech Academy costs around $14,000. On the lower end, some The Tech Academy courses like Self-Paced Front-End Web Developer Boot Camp cost $1,800.
What courses does The Tech Academy teach?
The Tech Academy offers courses like Online C# and .NET Framework Boot Camp (full-time), Online C# and .NET Framework Boot Camp (part-time), Online Cyber Security Boot Camp (full-time), Online Cyber Security Boot Camp (part-time) and 29 more.
Where does The Tech Academy have campuses?
The Tech Academy has in-person campuses in Portland. The Tech Academy also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.
Is The Tech Academy worth it?
The data says yes! The Tech Academy reports a 72% graduation rate, a median salary of $54,000 and 85% of The Tech Academy alumni are employed. The Tech Academy hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 406 The Tech Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed The Tech Academy on Course Report - you should start there!
Is The Tech Academy legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 406 The Tech Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed The Tech Academy and rate their overall experience a 4.85 out of 5.
Does The Tech Academy offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?
Right now, it doesn't look like The Tech Academy 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 The Tech Academy reviews?
You can read 406 reviews of The Tech Academy on Course Report! The Tech Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed The Tech Academy and rate their overall experience a 4.85 out of 5.
Is The Tech Academy accredited?
We are a licensed trade school through the Higher Education Coordinating Commission (and other state licensing bodies), authorized to certify students in coding and other technical professions.
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