Avocademy

I completed the Avocademy UX/UI Foundations course and then went on to do their Career Jumpstart course. I cannot express how valuable these courses were for my career progression. I came in knowing almost nothing about UX/UI Design, and through these courses was able to advance my knowledge and gain real world experience working on projects as a sole designer, a designer on a team of 6, and a lead designer with direct interactions with my client. These courses fully prepared me for work in this industry and helped me land a job two months into my job search!

I recently completed the Avocademy UX/UI Foundations bootcamp course and loved it! The course was thoughtfully designed with a mix of videos articles/ reading. Each section built on the one previous to it and while we covered a ton of information, it never felt overwhelming or out of reach. The course is designed so that you finish with one complete portfolio project and there are mentors who are available to provide help and guidance along the way whenever needed. I really enjoyed by experience in the foundations course and am current enrolled in Avocademy's Career Jumpstart program!

Truly recommend this program for anyone transitioning into UX/UI!! 
A BIG pro about this program is how affordable it is! Other bootcamps I was looking at were mostly around 16k ....the Foundations course is ~2k! And you are able to do a payment plan.
Another huge pro is that you have ~unlimited~ mentorship throughout the program. The mentors are a HUGE help and you can talk to them anytime on slack, can schedule calls with them about any questions you may have or can request for feedback on any of your work.
Another big pro is that it is self-paced which I LOVED as I was working a full time job and 2 part time jobs. They are very communicative and understanding if anything were to affect your time in the program. i’ve 

The only con is that if you are a “classroom type learner”, this may not be for you. As I said, this is a self placed program and is intended for those who are able to be self motivated.
At the end of it all, I ended with a portfolio made, a very proud project I developed and all the foundational skills I needed to continue as a designer.

Before I started I kept asking myself do I really want to change careers again? Do I want to learn something new and start all over? Once I started those doubts were quickly answered to a resounding YES I DO! Sure there have been days that I’ve cried cause I felt it was really hard, but the mentors and my fellow students are so encouraging and help you sort out your pain points. Which I found to be the most positive experience in education that I’ve ever received! The course is taught in a way that will help you retain all this new information. I felt a solid foundation was formed in the Foundations course, and now that I’m in career jumpstart it’s like it’s all is coming together. I find myself thriving in my projects! It’s the best feeling in the world! When I talked to former students before applying and they explained how their experience was top notch, they weren’t lying! Also I know it’s scary with all these major tech layoffs but remember the top companies do this every couple of years but that doesn’t mean other companies aren’t hiring. You don’t have to work at a FAANG company to be successful. Now the question is are you ready for a life changing career? 

Enjoyed my experience in the Foundations course at Avocademy.  I wanted to make a career change and wasn't sure what to do until a close friend of mine sent me a TikTok video from Avocademy.  I researched a lot before signing up for the bootcamp since I had a lot of uncertainty, anxiety, etc.  But as soon as I started the bootcamp, I knew I had made the right choice.  I went through the course and also was working full-time, and the flexibility of the bootcamp helped me out a lot.  My favorite part is the unlimited mentorship you get as you go through and learn different aspects of UX/UI.  Mentors were so helpful with feedback throughout the course and really just having someone to talk to as I continue to learn.  I highly recommended Avocademy to anyone that's thinking about getting into the UX/UI field!

I had been trying to find a way to break into the UX design field for a while and looking at different BootCamp programs. When I came across Avocademy I was sold by the price, the reviews, and the promise of unlimited mentorship. I wish I had made this choice even sooner. I love UX work and feel confident and encouraged after going through this program. My experience through UX/UI Foundations has been amazing and I was proud of the project I created during the course. They keep up with you and your schedule and really do offer unlimited mentorship (with the nicest people!). I needed this kind of structure to jump into a new career and build my confidence. 

I was looking for a career change and wanted to explore and compare UX/UI programs. I decided on Avocademy and couldn't be happier with my decision. You get access to some great mentors, the course content is easy to digest and you can learn at your own pace within the  timeline they set for you. I really enjoyed the mentor feedback and interactions. I felt supported all the way through, even when I had some issues in the middle of the course, they were accommodating and set a new timeline for me to follow. The course does a great job setting up the foundations of UXUI. The community is incredible, lots of people from different backgrounds, all very willing to help one another. If you do take the course, make an effort to meet your fellow classmates and watch all the previous video guest presentations. The foundations course sets you up to understand the fundamentals, get a solid case study and prepare you for the Career Jumpstart if you are interested in building out your portfolio with real world case studies. 

The only criticism which is also a positive, is they are updating the course when they see confusion or better ways of presenting material. Sometimes this leads to a miscommunication in the assignment and what you are being reviewed on. But overall, if  you bring it to their attention, they are quick to fix it. At one point, towards the later sections, getting my work reviewed took several days, more than usual, so I was reading ahead and submitting my work link even when it wasn't ready, just to get in line for review. 

Ultimately, I had a very positive experience and would recommend to others wanting to explore or understand UXUI. 

I honestly couldn't imagine a better way for getting into UX/UI Design. I was able to learn the fundamentals at my own pace, there was always a mentor available to help me, and even during the moments where I felt like I was struggling and didn't quite grasp the material, I still knew I would make it through the course because I could always get the help and feedback I needed. The experience I gained throughout the entire process was well worth the price and I encourage anyone who is remotely curious about Avocademy to jump in and go for it.

Avocademy bootcamp was a great start into my UX/UI design journey, so thank you Maca! I loved the foundations course which lead to making your first project, and you can get as many mentor calls as needed to guide you in the program. There's many text reading lessons in this project but the information is important. The foundations course sets up skills that I transferred when I got into the Career Jumpstart course so you have a good general idea when you get to the real client projects aspect. I recommend reaching out to mentors as much as possible because they also are learning on the job and have good intel and experiences. If you need help, there's always someone to talk to. If you're looking to get into UX/UI from another field I would recommend this bootcamp as a start or if you have existing knowledge of UX/UI! :)

Finding and enrolling in Avocademy UX/UI Foundations program has been a game changer for me. The program is well structured with hands-on activities that lead to your first UX design case study. What I loved the most was the access to design mentors who reviewed my work throughout the program. I was also able to schedule virtual sessions with them to clarify any information that was obscure. Although the review of my work was delayed sometimes, the overall experience, especially the cost, is second to none. Great program!