BrainStation
BrainStation is a global digital skills training and workforce transformation provider that offers bootcamps and courses in data, design, development, digital marketing, product, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and leadership both online and at state-of-the-art campuses in New York, London, Miami, Toronto, and Vancouver. Established in 2012, BrainStation has worked with over 500 instructors from the most innovative brands to develop cutting-edge, real-world digital education. Whether students are looking for career transformation or professional development, BrainStation has a learning option, with full-time diploma programs, part-time certificate courses, and specialized skills training.
BrainStation’s courses and bootcamps offer a collaborative, project-based learning experience, with regularly updated curriculum to ensure professionals gain the most relevant skills in their field. The class structure combines engaging, live instruction with interactive sessions and a hands-on, project-based curriculum. BrainStation also provides a variety of flexible learning options, including a proprietary online classroom and learning environment. This environment lets students attend live lectures, collaborate with fellow professionals, and receive immediate, real-time feedback from instructors – from anywhere in the world.
BrainStation has trained more than 30,000 alumni in over 100 countries across the world. BrainStation’s bootcamps offer personalized career services, including career coaching to help learners meet their career goals. Networking and career-oriented events are also available at BrainStation.
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MRphp develope • Graduate • Full Stack Web Development - Wyncode • MiamiVerified by GitHubMay 17, 2017Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceExperts in their craft / Awesome community
I am writing this review after completing the course and being currently employed as a fulltime PHP developer in Miami. I first heard of Wyncode when one of my close friends had told me that he was enrolling in a full-time web development course, at the time I was employed in a different city and was very interested in changing my career and becoming a software developer, however I felt that in my current situation that was only a far fetched dream. Some months later an opportunity present...
I am writing this review after completing the course and being currently employed as a fulltime PHP developer in Miami. I first heard of Wyncode when one of my close friends had told me that he was enrolling in a full-time web development course, at the time I was employed in a different city and was very interested in changing my career and becoming a software developer, however I felt that in my current situation that was only a far fetched dream. Some months later an opportunity presented itself and after researching some schools and seeing firsthand how this school had changed the life of some of my friends I decided to enroll into their immersive full-stack web immersive course.
Initially, I spoke with Matt Campbell and Bianca Monaco the school's directors, this was 3 months before starting the course, we spoke on multiple conversations regarding the school and what it entails, they advised me to complete the prework to see if this was something that I would really be interested in doing. Soon after I would be devoting several hours of my day to learning and studying the intricacies of software development.
Fast forward to January 2017 I had relocated to Miami and had begun the 3-month cohort, the first day of class I met many of the team members, the awesome staff, my classmates and the head instructor Ed Toro. Everybody was extremely welcoming and very thorough in explaining how the next 3 months would pan out, how the school works and what I could expect out of the program.
The school day is usually broken up in the following format, first thing in the morning you have the morning announcements, usually this will let you know what the agenda for the week and the agenda for the day, this is very important since its very easy to lose track or what is going on, usually the morning announcements will also give you some insight into any events the Miami Tech community may be having. These events usually involve hackathons, talks, and community forums, sometimes there will be the occasional breakout, this when they will host a study group regarding a specific subject. These community gatherings are very key in the success of the students as one of the factors in the success or starting a new career is meeting the influential people in the tech community. I personally went to various events, they were all very well put together, the people were super friendly and engaging, I was able to make many friends this way and make many connections that eventually could have possibly led to a job.
During the course we did a mix of lecture-based classes and live coding, homework and projects, and 'one on ones ' (these are extremely important as they show the instructors how you are doing) the days are very long, and it is encouraged that you spend as much time as you can learning the material and practicing, usually once the lecture is over you have the rest of the space to work, not only that but you also have the help of the staff , the teacher assistants usually come after a certain time and they can help you out if you ever need help with a specific part of the homework or with your projects, they are available in person and in slack for you at all times.
Part of the coursework focuses on sharpening your people skills, for example, some the skills involve learning about email etiquette, how to approach potential employers and how to be successful at interviews, all of these lessons were extremely helpful at the end of the cohort. While learning all about how to make an awesome application is only part of the puzzle of being able to be hired afterward. I believe that this point is where the team truly shines the most, the whole cohort is geared so well to get you hired, finding a job afterwards was one of my greatest fears during the course, but I trusted the team, listened to their advice and sure enough I was one of the first ones hired out of my cohort.
The next most important part of the experience is working and presenting your applications. Now you end up making lots of apps during your time in class and outside, but there are two that you actually present to the outside world. Both of these experiences really test your skills and push you to the next level, as you will be using all the resources that you have learned throughout your time there. Once your app is complete you work on your presentations, further cementing your knowledge on the material, since you will be explaining what you have created, how it works and what you used to build it. The first time you present this to your friends and family, so it relatively relaxed, the second time around you present a more refined application to not only your friends and family but also leaders of the Miami tech community, judges, and potential employers.
So once you graduate and present your app you are done, right? No sir, that's just when the real battle begins, and the Wyncode team knows this. I believe that this is probably one of the hardest parts of this whole ordeal, programming, in general, is a practice, 10 weeks of coding 12 hours a day will kick start your programming career, but unless you keep it up and continue to code, whether on your own or as your day job, it may all be for naught. So it imperative that afterwards you continue to code , so once you are done you are invited to go to Wynwork, in this phase you are placed with director of hiring partnerships Miguel Cruz , he was super inspiring and gave some accurate advice on how to get hired and make it in the industry,and sure enough everything he said was true and I was hired within a month from my graduation date.
A couple of caveats regarding the school that I must say is that while it is extremely tough to learn to code in a short stressful time, the staff really does their very best to get you through it. Teacher assistants stay late throughout the night working with you, even through slack and even the head instructors will help you out even late at night if you are in a pickle, and after the course if you have any problems. However you have to have the drive to want to learn the material, and be able to work hard and 'hustle the extra mile' as they say, they will never give up on you and they will always treat you like family.
Currently, now that I have finished the coursework and now that I am working full time as a developer I am planning on working part time in the school as a teacher assistant. So that's my story, I went on a limb, took some chances and they paid off, at times I felt the existential dread set in, but in the end, it was all ok and everything went according to plan, which is exactly what I was looking for. Big thank you to Jo, Juha, Bianca, Matt, Jose, Don, Tim, Izzy Angel, Miguel, Miguel, Maddie, Victoria, Joe, Nick, Nick, Auston and of course Ed, you guys changed my life.
- DanyaStudent • Digital Marketing • New York CityVerified by LinkedInMay 15, 2017Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Digital Marketing
This course has been extremely informative. It is also super awesome that our instructors are apart of the industry - currently working in it. Also always avaliable to chat if you need to. Brainstation gives you all the tools you need to succeed. You really have to take away what you want from the program. Overall, this has been a very educational class! It also makes things better when you're not stuck in a stale classroom. Brainstations space is beautiful and bright, making it easy and c...
This course has been extremely informative. It is also super awesome that our instructors are apart of the industry - currently working in it. Also always avaliable to chat if you need to. Brainstation gives you all the tools you need to succeed. You really have to take away what you want from the program. Overall, this has been a very educational class! It also makes things better when you're not stuck in a stale classroom. Brainstations space is beautiful and bright, making it easy and comfortable to learn.
- Adrian PerryCreative Photo Stylist • Digital Marketing • New York CityVerified by LinkedInMar 21, 2017Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Digital Marketin
I just completed the Digital Marketing course and feel so excited to utilize all that I learned!
The last 10 weeks were full of so much energy, knowledge and great industry leaders.
The ability to have a case study based on local brands was so interesting, and the chance to present to these brands face-to-face was very rewarding.
Our instructors were so passionate about their industry and sharing their experiences. Not once, did they avoid answering a qu...I just completed the Digital Marketing course and feel so excited to utilize all that I learned!
The last 10 weeks were full of so much energy, knowledge and great industry leaders.
The ability to have a case study based on local brands was so interesting, and the chance to present to these brands face-to-face was very rewarding.
Our instructors were so passionate about their industry and sharing their experiences. Not once, did they avoid answering a question nor turn anyone away for asking. They always had great examples and information.
The fact that I could come in and work from Brainstation the entire duration of the course was amazing. That is such a perk! I was there every Monday at noon before my 6pm class. It's a light and airy space right in the heart and soul of downtown Vacnouver.
I look forward to attend more workshops and courses in the future.
- Lucy ArmstrongGraphic Designer/Content Manager • New York CityVerified by LinkedInMar 17, 2017Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Great experience, huge skill set increase
I just finished the part time SEO/SEM course at Brainstation. I came into this course with a serious goal. I wanted the confidence to put SEO on my resume and the confidence to assist a client with the basics of SEO/SEM. After presenting our final project, I can say I achieved this goal.
The 10 week course structure was brilliantly managable and the Brainstation Vancouver team created an energetic and clean space that made the learning experience great. The instructors/gurus Zak...
I just finished the part time SEO/SEM course at Brainstation. I came into this course with a serious goal. I wanted the confidence to put SEO on my resume and the confidence to assist a client with the basics of SEO/SEM. After presenting our final project, I can say I achieved this goal.
The 10 week course structure was brilliantly managable and the Brainstation Vancouver team created an energetic and clean space that made the learning experience great. The instructors/gurus Zak Ramdani (SEO) and Emily Leung (SEM) were experts in their field but even more so, they were great teachers.
If you were looking to expand your skill set in tech, I couldn't recommend Brainstation enough! Don't waste your time falling asleep on a free online tutorial. Take a moment and ask yourself what you want to gain from the skill, and if you're serious with yourself, I'm sure you'll find yourself in this space too.
- Kaleena MorrisonCo-Founder, United & Free • Graduate • Digital Marketing • New York CityVerified by LinkedInMar 08, 2017Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Digital Marketing-Brainstation Vancouver
I'm currently enrolled in the Digital Marketing program at Brainstation Vancouver and I love the program. Our course is almost near completion and I'm going to be walking away with a completely new understanding of the ever changing, online market space. I came into this course with the objective of applying the teachings to my own start up business. Conner Gallaway and Laura Andersen taught the course and they are both experts in the industry. It was great to be taught by people who own a...
I'm currently enrolled in the Digital Marketing program at Brainstation Vancouver and I love the program. Our course is almost near completion and I'm going to be walking away with a completely new understanding of the ever changing, online market space. I came into this course with the objective of applying the teachings to my own start up business. Conner Gallaway and Laura Andersen taught the course and they are both experts in the industry. It was great to be taught by people who own and work with successful local companies. The community is amazing and everyone makes you feel welcomed. You're even encouraged to use the Brainstation co-working space for the duration of the course. This is a super awesome feature for a start-up entrepreneur! I feel confident in applying the materials to my own business and highly recommend this course to anyone looking to build on their digital marketing skills.
- Michelle ApplesEvent Manager/Actress • Student • Digital Marketing • New York CityVerified by LinkedInMar 07, 2017Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Brainstation Digital Marketing
I am currently enrolled in the Digital Marketing at Brainstation in Vancouver and I cannot say enough good things about this program. I have always been a firm believer in "it's who you know, but what you know", and not only does Brainstation give you the skills it takes in this industry, but they also give you the opportunity to meet experts in the industry. I have learned a lot in this program and I can not thank my teacher Conner Galway for his knowledge, resources and enthusiasm. He is...
I am currently enrolled in the Digital Marketing at Brainstation in Vancouver and I cannot say enough good things about this program. I have always been a firm believer in "it's who you know, but what you know", and not only does Brainstation give you the skills it takes in this industry, but they also give you the opportunity to meet experts in the industry. I have learned a lot in this program and I can not thank my teacher Conner Galway for his knowledge, resources and enthusiasm. He is truly an expert in his field. Learning from industry experts has allowed me to understand the industry in a whole new way. I would recommend Brainstation to anyone looking to get into the Tech industry.
- John ArevaloBackend Developer • Graduate • Web Development Intensive - Wyncode • MiamiVerified by GitHubFeb 03, 2017Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
BunsenCode
Fantastic Experience. Prior to coming to Wyncode, I had been following the self-study route. However, I knew from past educational experiences that I was more of a classroom learner, so I chose to attend Wyncode, and I don't regret it. Wyncode and Auston took me from a hobbyist level of understanding, to a web developer with several web applications under my belt. The curriculum is difficult, and at times you will be frustrated, but like with any new skill, its all about practice and conti...
Fantastic Experience. Prior to coming to Wyncode, I had been following the self-study route. However, I knew from past educational experiences that I was more of a classroom learner, so I chose to attend Wyncode, and I don't regret it. Wyncode and Auston took me from a hobbyist level of understanding, to a web developer with several web applications under my belt. The curriculum is difficult, and at times you will be frustrated, but like with any new skill, its all about practice and continuing to push yourself learn outside of class and after your cohort.
Auston was an excellent teacher, and cares about our success. He continues to assist me, daily, lol. He is an invaluable source of knowledge and a great mentor. Sure, there were lectures that felt like a grind but Auston and the T.A.'s always made themselves available to help, whether in person or on Slack, a communication tool utilized widely in the industry. The mentorship the staff provides is invaluable. Their advice has helped me grow not only as a developer but as a professional, as well.
Wyncode stresses an iterative philosophy- through feedback sessions each week they tailor the program according to criticism and suggestions from the students themselves. If a particular teaching method didn't work for you, speak up, as the team will work to make accomodations for you quickly and genuinely. This adaptive nature is one that I was greatly impressed by.
I believe there is validity to some of the criticisms found on sites like this. As part of my due diligience I researched the hell out of the school, contacting alumni, going through reviews on coursereport, reddit etc. This is a process I highly recommend, as attendance is an investment, not only of money but your time. It is key to note that as part of Wyncode's iterative ethos, many of the criticisms found on CourseReport are addressed and considered by staff. In fact, during my time in the course I noticed modifications thatl likely made my experience better than what a previous student's testimonial reported.
Web Development, Programming, coding are difficult trades. You will have nights where you stare at your screen frustrated beyond belief. Don't let the mantra "anyone can learn to code" let you get lazy. Keep pushing yourself to be better. However, know that in attending Wyncode, you've joined a supportive community of developers, all more than willing to help solve any questions or issues you may come across in the field.
As far as the job hunt goes- Know that you're trying to get into the industry as a person on the ground floor. Accept that your lack of work experience will be noted in applications and on interviews. This means that for every project you are assigned during your cohort you need to give it your all, as these will be the first works in your portfolio. These projects will give you something to talk about with potential employers. GO TO THE NETWORKING EVENTS. Not just for potential work opportunities, but to practice talking about yourself and your development career. This practice has helped me considerably in interview settings.
All in all, Wyncode was an excellent introduction to Programming, and It gave me the momentum I needed to keep developing my skills. Know that this is a field where you are expected to learn new languages, technologies, etc. Wyncode can't teach them all to you, but you really do "learn how to learn", a valuable skill that employers look for.
p.s.
Before you start, I will recommend that you take some intro courses on programming, be it on Codecademy, CodeSchool etc. These will greatly help, and will help you decide if programming is for you. Also, do your research!!
- Daniel KwonGraduate • User Experience Design • TorontoVerified by LinkedInJan 23, 2017Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
UX Design Immersive (Full-Time)
Hi everyone,
I'm a recent grad of the UX Design Full Time program at Brainstation. Overall this program was a great life-changing experience that exceeded my expectations. Friendly staff, nice facilities, great location, and an environment where you really feel at home during and even after the course is over. They really do keep you in the family long after the course is over.
Pros:
-Staff is friendly and always there to help
-Lectures are thor...
Hi everyone,
I'm a recent grad of the UX Design Full Time program at Brainstation. Overall this program was a great life-changing experience that exceeded my expectations. Friendly staff, nice facilities, great location, and an environment where you really feel at home during and even after the course is over. They really do keep you in the family long after the course is over.
Pros:
-Staff is friendly and always there to help
-Lectures are thorough and easy to understand
-Building is clean and usually stacked with plenty of snacks, fruit, and drinks
-They throw good parties
Cons:
-Feedback could have been more direct (I can take it)
-More time and lectures could be allotted to porfolio building as that is what gets you your job when its over (I heard that this was updated in the next cohort)
Overall, I had a great time at Brainstation. I left fully prepared to start working in UX, and what more can you expect from a 10 week program?
For those who are concerned about "will I get a job", you will get a job if you are worth hiring. Seriously, if you think a 10 week program will magically get you a job just cause you paid some money you are dilusional. You will get a job because you work hard, learn, network, and excel. This program puts you in an environment where you can do that, but its really up to you. Trust me, everyone who worked hard in this class got a job, thats all it is.
- NidahGraduate • Data Analytics Course • LondonNov 24, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
A scam
I was sold the course over the phone by Teo stating that they would get me into employment after the course. This did not happen after I complained I had a video call with Georgina Lea and she said she would investigate and I would either get the chance to redo the course or some other resolution would be found. I haven't heard anything back from this and they have stopped responding to emails. The instructors on my course also replied to one message whilst I was enrolled and trying to ...I was sold the course over the phone by Teo stating that they would get me into employment after the course. This did not happen after I complained I had a video call with Georgina Lea and she said she would investigate and I would either get the chance to redo the course or some other resolution would be found. I haven't heard anything back from this and they have stopped responding to emails. The instructors on my course also replied to one message whilst I was enrolled and trying to complete work then were of no help after this. I am now stuck paying back over £1000 for this course which was sold to me falsely. - Vina QuiambaoGraduate • Full-Time Software Engineering Bootcamp Online • OnlineNov 20, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Great Launching Pad for Career Shift
I genuinely enjoyed the SWE bootcamp at BrainStation. I'd recommend it to any true beginner looking to learn foundational skills in software development. We worked on project assignments that got progressively harder each week, participated in 3 hackathons (one with industry), learned how to work in groups (including sharing a list of Jira tickets), and, at the end, created full-stack MVPs. There were, of course, many other activities in between as well, such as career workshops, daily c...I genuinely enjoyed the SWE bootcamp at BrainStation. I'd recommend it to any true beginner looking to learn foundational skills in software development. We worked on project assignments that got progressively harder each week, participated in 3 hackathons (one with industry), learned how to work in groups (including sharing a list of Jira tickets), and, at the end, created full-stack MVPs. There were, of course, many other activities in between as well, such as career workshops, daily coding challenges, post-lecture labs, and additional help or tutorial hours, among other things. It is indeed an intensive 12-weeks, and the work truly pays off if you immerse yourself in it. I was really luck to have very awesome, engaging (so funny!), knowledgeable, and genuinely caring educators/TAs, who truly made the experience 5 out of 5. Although there are many more skills to learn (especially back-end), completing this bootcamp can give you the starting point and confidence to go out there and learn more on your own. There's also the Career Accelerator Program post-bootcamp (but also a little during the bootcamp)—I am only a couple of weeks in this phase, but so far has been really helpful with planning and executing the networking and job search. We definitely have to put in the work with finding opportunities, applying, and networking, and I reckon this ongoing support will be crucial as we put ourselves out there in the next few months. - John QuinteroTech Manager • Graduate • Data Analytics Course • MiamiNov 19, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Great course
I'm glad I was able to take this course. I understood things I had taken for granted and I now see the importance of everything we went over. All the content I was exposed to has open my eyes to a variety of things and conditions I had not considered before. - Mateo SernaStudent • Data Analytics Course • MiamiNov 19, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Good, challenging, optimistic
This course was challenging, but necessary I met great classmates and learned to work as a team. The curriculum was heavy (a lot of information) and it was presented very fast. The course is a bit compressed, but it's a great starting point to move forward into the field of Data Analytics. I definitely recommend this challenge to anyone looking to advance in their career.
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How much does BrainStation cost?
BrainStation costs around $16,500. On the lower end, some BrainStation courses like Social Media Marketing Course cost $2,450.
What courses does BrainStation teach?
BrainStation offers courses like Artificial Intelligence Course Online, Cybersecurity Bootcamp Online, Cybersecurity Course Online, Data Analytics Course and 29 more.
Where does BrainStation have campuses?
BrainStation has in-person campuses in London, Miami, New York City, Toronto, and Vancouver. BrainStation also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.
Is BrainStation worth it?
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Does BrainStation offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?
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You can read 2,296 reviews of BrainStation on Course Report! BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation and rate their overall experience a 4.66 out of 5.
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PBSS - New York, United States, CIE - Florida, United States, PCC - Ontario, Canada, PTIB - British Columbia, Canada