BrainStation is a global digital skills provider empowering teams and professionals with industry-recognized certifications and world-class instruction across AI, Product Management, Product Design, Data, and Digital Marketing. We specialize in in-person learning experiences and corporate training programs, trusted by everyone from Fortune 500 companies to high-growth emerging companies. 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 offers a range of learning options, including full-time and part-time diploma programs, part-time certificate courses, and specialized skills training.
BrainStation’s courses and bootcamps offer a collaborative, project-based learning experience, with a 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. 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.
Reviews
2,339 alumni reviews of BrainStation
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AAnonymousGraduate · Software Engineering Bootcamp · December 2023
Fantastic SE bootcamp experience
I had a wonderful experience being part of the latest cohort. Although I was hesitant about going back to school, the investment felt well worth it. My educators - Jenny and Matt, as well as my TAs - Christine and Pablo, were very knowledgable,...I had a wonderful experience being part of the latest cohort. Although I was hesitant about going back to school, the investment felt well worth it. My educators - Jenny and Matt, as well as my TAs - Christine and Pablo, were very knowledgable, supportive, and caring throughout. The entire Brainstation team is also very approachable, listen to you, and make sure that you’re having a positive experience. I learned a lot and felt quite accomplished by the end of my bootcamp.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
AAnonymousStudent · User Experience Design Bootcamp · December 2023
Great, fulfilling, tough, grateful, concise
I had a great experience with BrainStation learning about UX design. It was eye opening and I highly recommend it. The UX bootcamp is tough but covered a wide range of topics in 12 weeks. It definitely prepares you for the industry.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support5.0Instructors5.0 -
AAnonymousStudent · User Experience Design Bootcamp · December 2023
Beyond Liberating
The amount of skills we learned in such a short amount of time was immense. The biggest portion of why this bootcamp is the best one out there for digital skills training is due to the community building aspect of it. Everyone was so close-knitted and...The amount of skills we learned in such a short amount of time was immense. The biggest portion of why this bootcamp is the best one out there for digital skills training is due to the community building aspect of it. Everyone was so close-knitted and worked together perfectly. It was really fun to work cross-collaboratively as well. The education team was so supportive, understanding, and inspiring. they truly made me feel like I was a great UX Designer by the end of it.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support4.0Instructors5.0 -
AAnonymousStudent · User Experience Design Bootcamp · December 2023
You'll find out how much you can push yourself
I wished I could speak to the educators more. We get one-on-ones sometimes, but once a lecture is done, their gone. I definitely like how much you could network with others and how BrainStation holds events so you have the capacity to do so. Also, they...I wished I could speak to the educators more. We get one-on-ones sometimes, but once a lecture is done, their gone. I definitely like how much you could network with others and how BrainStation holds events so you have the capacity to do so. Also, they hold Power Hours, where you can talk to people who have already spent 2+ years in UX design and who're really insightful. I definitely wish we got to learn about AI a little more, but it's encouraged to use it as a tool, so I really like that. It's the future. Overall, I had a good time. I made new friends, struggled a lot, but I think if you keep pushing, you'll make it to the end!Overall4.0Curriculum4.0Job support4.0Instructors4.0 -
AAnonymousUX Design · User Experience Design Bootcamp · December 2023
Helpful and challenging but not for everyone
I had a great experience at BrainStation for UX Design, it was challenging which was really much needed for me. I found my educators to be engaging and my TA was extremely helpful and supportive. While I learned a lot during my course, I do feel like a...I had a great experience at BrainStation for UX Design, it was challenging which was really much needed for me. I found my educators to be engaging and my TA was extremely helpful and supportive. While I learned a lot during my course, I do feel like a certain level of the field is required to be able to grasp the content and do well. The educators were good during lectures, however a lot of the time my classmates were really the ones to help each other out. I did really our group projects, and solo capstone project. I would have liked some tests each week to confirm our understanding of what we had learned. It felt a lot of the time other students were piggy backing off each other because they felt lost. I also wish the guest speakers who work in the industry would have been alumni or someone who was in our shoes in their past to share more of a hardship story. Often time, the speakers were persons who graduated with a degree in college. I 'm not really sure about the job assistance, as again I felt speakers who came in didn't seem to be hiring though I do feel like making these connections are important. It would be helpful to bring in hiring managers to showcase our skills to.Overall4.0Curriculum4.0Job support2.0Instructors4.0 -
AAnonymousGraduate · User Experience Design Bootcamp · December 2023
Challenging but inconsistent
Definitely not beginner friendly. You need some type of background in the field to be able to keep up with the program. The curriculum overpacked with extra projects and hard to follow them.Overall3.0Curriculum3.0Job support2.0Instructors2.0 -
AAnonymousGraduate · User Experience Design Course Online · November 2023
Challenging
Going into the boot camp, I was told that there would be a lot of work, late nights and dedication. They weren't wrong. It was a transformative program and that came with a lot of work. I was very tired at the end and needed much time to sit and...Going into the boot camp, I was told that there would be a lot of work, late nights and dedication. They weren't wrong. It was a transformative program and that came with a lot of work. I was very tired at the end and needed much time to sit and reflect which I didn't have time to do during the course. The educators were experts in the field and very knowledgeable which made the program feel distinguished and I could trust their judgement and values. The school had a good sense of community and pride which made me feel reassured that it was a great school to learn at.Overall4.0Curriculum4.0Job support4.0Instructors5.0 -
AAnonymousStudent · Product Management Course · November 2023
Product Management Course
The product management course was very informative and provides a comprehensive review of the day-to-day role of a Product Manager. The teachers provided anecdotes of the realities of being Product Managers, which was very insightful and gave me a...The product management course was very informative and provides a comprehensive review of the day-to-day role of a Product Manager. The teachers provided anecdotes of the realities of being Product Managers, which was very insightful and gave me a better perspective as to whether it's a job I want to actively pursue.Overall5.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
AAnonymousSenior Trials Coordinator · Product Management Course · November 2023
Product Management Course
I thoroughly enjoyed the course. The instructors were great at explaining each section. However, I wish the curriculum had more examples or explanations for students who are new to the the PM/tech.Overall4.0Curriculum4.0Job support4.0Instructors5.0 -
AAnonymousGraduate · Product Management Course · November 2023
Great course - Product Management
Course was great! Touched on a lot of concepts, including Agile. Instructors provided a lot of great industry examples, and not just from digital or e-commerce companies but in other industries as well. I would highly recommend this course if you are...Course was great! Touched on a lot of concepts, including Agile. Instructors provided a lot of great industry examples, and not just from digital or e-commerce companies but in other industries as well. I would highly recommend this course if you are looking to enhance your professional knowledge, have no clue about PM, wanting to change careers, want to better understand how to work with PO's or even if you want to start your own company or have a great idea and not sure where to start.Overall4.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
AAnonymousGraduate · Data Science Course · November 2023
Great experience
I thoroughly enjoyed my data science journey with Sharon and Paras. They introduced fascinating topics, making our engagement truly memorable! We had a lot of hand-on learning and great off-topic discussion.Overall4.0Curriculum5.0Job supportN/AInstructors4.0 -
AAnonymousStudent · Full-Time Software Engineering Bootcamp Online · November 2023
fast
This has been an intense program. At times, I felt like I was ahead of the game and other times, very behind. You get taught a lot of information and focus on projects heavily. I learned a lot, made amazing notes and resources and built some solid...This has been an intense program. At times, I felt like I was ahead of the game and other times, very behind. You get taught a lot of information and focus on projects heavily. I learned a lot, made amazing notes and resources and built some solid projects. I think it was well worth the time and money and feel like ive got a good understanding of the concepts. It was hard though!! I would highly recommend having some insight into Javascript - working on the odin project before the camp would give you a good head start.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job support4.0Instructors5.0 -
AAnonymousGraduate · Software Engineering Bootcamp · November 2023
My Experience with a 3-Month Web Development Course
If you're looking to enter web development and have around $ 17k, plus a current job with no plans for a new one, this class could be beneficial for a quick learning experience. However, it didn't meet my expectations. I enrolled hoping to gain skills,...If you're looking to enter web development and have around $ 17k, plus a current job with no plans for a new one, this class could be beneficial for a quick learning experience. However, it didn't meet my expectations. I enrolled hoping to gain skills, earn trust from companies, secure internships, and eventually recoup my investment. Unfortunately, after graduating in April, I found that many companies didn't recognize the course for internships, leaving me jobless and out of funds for last seven months. If you're in a similar situation, I'd advise against investing in this very short 3-month course. Consider enrolling in a one-year full-stack program at a college or university like York for less than $ 10k, where you might have better support for internships and co-op opportunities.Overall2.0Curriculum3.0Job support1.0Instructors4.0 -
AAnonymousGraduate · Artificial Intelligence Course Online · November 2023
A good introduction to AI
Enrolled into the AI course in order to gain understanding of the foundational concepts and get some guidance on usage, risks, etc. and I was not disappointed. It is a lot of material covered in a short time frame so staying on top of things was...Enrolled into the AI course in order to gain understanding of the foundational concepts and get some guidance on usage, risks, etc. and I was not disappointed. It is a lot of material covered in a short time frame so staying on top of things was essential, instructors were patient and resourceful which helped a lot. Ending the course with a project and presentation helped with applying some of the concepts learned during the course and provided a good insight into what the rest of the class took away from the course. A good learning experience in all!Overall5.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors4.0 -
AAnonymousStudent · Web Development Bootcamp · November 2023
Web Development Bootcamp
During my time at BrainStation, I enrolled in the web development bootcamp. Although I had no prior hands-on coding experience, I was initially hesitant about my ability to fully comprehend the course material. However, the structured syllabus,...During my time at BrainStation, I enrolled in the web development bootcamp. Although I had no prior hands-on coding experience, I was initially hesitant about my ability to fully comprehend the course material. However, the structured syllabus, knowledgeable and approachable instructors, and helpful teaching assistants made my transition into this new career path much smoother. Thanks to the practical, hands-on approach to teaching, which was emphasized during class and project assignments, I found it much easier to grasp the core concepts of web development.Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
AAnonymousStudent · November 2023
Lots of great learnings, helpful and supportive environment
learnt a lot, love the instructors. Overall a great experience. Would loved to have seen more strategy and reporting based materials, group works and demonstrations more so than straight talking from the slides.Overall5.0Curriculum4.0Job support4.0Instructors5.0 -
AAnonymousServer · November 2023
simple, helpful, inspiring
I loved the teachers and everyone is so helpful. Did get a little sleepy but i guess thats just me. Over all it was good however i did find some part confusing. i feel this course is for people already somewhat in the field. but it was helpfulOverall4.0Curriculum4.0Job support3.0Instructors5.0 -
AAnonymousUI Designer · User Experience Design Course · November 2023
I love this course
need more practice and understanding, patience, hardworking, motivation ready to work and finding job CSS
HTML
Astro
Wordpress
learned about new tools
webdesign
JavaScript
JS
Algorithms
React
UX/...need more practice and understanding, patience, hardworking, motivation ready to work and finding job CSS
HTML
Astro
Wordpress
learned about new tools
webdesign
JavaScript
JS
Algorithms
React
UX/ UI
Figma
API's
BootStrap
OOP & Libraries
The DOM
HTTP/ HTTPS
Web Hosting
Fornt-End Frameworks
Animations
Webdesign & Fundamentals
Accountable
Well prepared
Highly Engaged
Competitive
Empathetic
Passionate
Goal Oriented
Hungry to Success
Relationship driven Customers
Cheerful
Overall5.0Curriculum1.0Job supportN/AInstructors3.0 -
AAnonymousGraduate · November 2023
BRAINSTATION UI
course taught a lot of good core components of ui material, but how to work through figma wasn't touched on as much as i would have liked. i wish there was more work on making component types and working with auto layoutOverall4.0Curriculum4.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0 -
AAnonymousDesign+ · User Interface Design Course Online · November 2023
engaging, thorough, professional, balanced,
The UI Design course was an incredible experience! The instructors were not only amazing but also highly knowledgeable in their field. Their positive and inspiring approach made the learning process enjoyable. I learned a great deal from this course...The UI Design course was an incredible experience! The instructors were not only amazing but also highly knowledgeable in their field. Their positive and inspiring approach made the learning process enjoyable. I learned a great deal from this course and feel confident in my UI design skills now though I need to continue to work and refine them. Cheers!Overall5.0Curriculum5.0Job supportN/AInstructors5.0
Courses
20 BrainStation Courses
Full details, syllabus, tuition, and reviews available on each course page.
Artificial Intelligence Certification (AIC™) (In-Person)
5 weeks
$3,750
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Artificial Intelligence Certification (AIC™) (Online)
5 weeks
$3,750
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Data Analytics Certification (DAC™) (In-Person)
8 weeks
$3,750
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Data Analytics Certification (DAC™) (Online)
8 weeks
$3,750
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Data Science Certification (DSC™) (In-Person)
8 weeks
$3,750
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Data Science Certification (DSC™) (Online)
8 weeks
$3,750
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Design Leadership Certification (DLC™) (In-Person)
6 weeks
$3,950
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Design Leadership Certification (DLC™) (Online)
6 weeks
$3,950
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Digital Marketing Certification (DMC™) (In-Person)
8 weeks
$3,750
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Digital Marketing Certification (DMC™) (Online)
8 weeks
$3,750
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News
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Rachel Meltzer
Updated April 21, 2021
Before you dive into a digital marketing bootcamp, you might be wondering, “Who hires digital marketing bootcamp graduates anyway?” The quick answer is: plenty of companies! Many companies rely on bootcamper talent for their cutting edge marketing know-how and real world experience. We’ve rounded up some of the best companies to work for after your digital marketing program. These companies h...
Jess Feldman
Updated August 22, 2022
Product leadership has quickly become a sought-after skill in today’s tech-savvy workforce. We caught up with Jason Field, BrainStation’s Founder and CEO to hear more about BrainStation’s part-time Product Leadership professional certificate course, what learners can expect from the curriculum, and how it imbues students to stay curious and continue learning. Jason breaks down how to get the ...
Jess Feldman
Updated July 19, 2021
Cybersecurity professionals are in demand, but how can cybersecurity skills be helpful for professionals not in the cybersecurity field? The experts at BrainStation share how cybersecurity skills can be an asset to software engineers, product managers, computer support specialists, IT technicians, and business analysts. Plus, can cybersecurity be learned in a course? We take a peek into Brai...
Jess Feldman
Updated February 01, 2021
Course Report · January 2021 Coding Bootcamp News
2021 began with $118M in coding bootcamp fundraises, plus some major acquisitions in the bootcamp space. Despite the overall loss in the U.S. job market, December’s job numbers showed tech adding plenty of new positions. In this roundup, we’re also highlighting the new workforce development programs now available to career changers, and the...
Jess Feldman
Updated January 13, 2021
Ilias, a graduate of BrainStation’s digital marketing bootcamp wrote a Verified review of his bootcamp experience and won our latest sweepstakes competition! Over 1,200 tech bootcamp graduates wrote a Verified review for their school on Course Report and went into the draw to win a $500 Amazon gift card! We caught up with Ilias to hear about their bootcamp experience!
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Jess Feldman
Updated January 12, 2021
Which tech skills will get you noticed by employers in 2021 and how can you quickly add them to your skills toolbox? We caught up with three experts from BrainStation to hear their predictions of the 4 top tech trends to expect in 2021 and which tech skills to focus on in order to stay relevant next year. Plus, BrainStation shares how anyone can acquire a new skill set in 2021 even while work...
Jess Feldman
Updated November 17, 2020
Working in the fashion industry sparked Deveshree Shinde’s interest in digital marketing. When Deveshree decided to pursue a career-change, she chose BrainStation for their hands-on, comprehensive, and project-based bootcamp model. Her bootcamp experience became the catalyst to career opportunities she hadn’t imagined! Deveshree shares how her BrainStation portfolio helped her land a Digital ...
Liz Eggleston
Updated February 14, 2025
Career centers and workforce development grants are a key resource for unemployed/underemployed workers looking to re-skill. Around 12 million people have contacted their local career centers this year, which is 8.5 million more than in 2019. Federal programs like WIOA (the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act), the CARES act, and even initiatives run by your city or state can make it pos...
Jess Feldman
Updated October 21, 2020
Laura Brennan worked in a variety of administrative jobs (including running her own bar in France!), but she yearned for a career that would fuel her ambitions to be a creative problem-solver. Laura listened to the advice of her supportive family and enrolled in BrainStation’s Web Development Bootcamp. Even during the COVID-19 pandemic, learn how Laura quickly landed a job as a Technical...
Jess Feldman
Updated February 08, 2021
Course Report · September 2020 Coding Bootcamp News
It’s a new school year, but with COVID-19 ever-present, we read more interesting articles about Gap Year opportunities for college students. There was plenty of buzz around workforce development in September, from who’s leading the charge with new initiatives to how best support the nearly 20 million unemployed workers in the U.S. ...
Jess Feldman
Updated May 30, 2024
This summer, BrainStation hosted their first Stay at Home Hackathon in partnership with Microsoft. We caught up with two members of the winning team, Data Science alum Nick Mahon and UX Design alum Jung Oh, so they could walk us through their app FocusBuddy. Plus, Jung and Nick share what it was like to work remotely with UX designers and data scientists, and how the BrainStation bootcamps p...
Liz Eggleston
Updated August 04, 2020
In “normal” times, 79% of bootcampers are employed after graduating from a coding bootcamp. But the question we hear most often in 2022? Will I get a job if I go to a coding bootcamp during the COVID pandemic? Should I “wait and see” or should I take advantage of this time to change careers? Companies like ServiceNow continue to hire bootcampers as developers because demand for their ...
Jess Feldman
Updated September 24, 2020
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Jess Feldman
Updated May 29, 2020
When John Ray Martinez immigrated to Canada from the Philippines, he was already years into an IT diploma but found that his credits didn’t transfer. While completing a computer science diploma program in Toronto, John Ray came across BrainStation’s full-time Web Development bootcamp and decided to enroll. His cohort was 10 weeks into their program when COVID-19 transitioned the in-person b...
Liz Eggleston
Updated April 08, 2020
BrainStation just launched more than 70 new online courses in design, web development, data science, and marketing. We sat down with Julia Osmar, the VP of Education Experience at BrainStation, to learn tips for how to collaborate online, why it’s important that the courses are instructor-led, and how to set yourself up for success in BrainStation’s online courses. Plus, is this the right t...
Liz Eggleston
Updated December 26, 2023
Schools and universities may be scrambling to figure out remote learning, but coding bootcamps have essentially been preparing for this since 2013. Online coding bootcamps already use Zoom video, Slack, GitHub, and VS Code Live Share for pair programming, online lectures, and to connect mentors and instructors with students. Of course, you can learn to code online – but it doesn’t stop there!...
Liz Eggleston
Updated March 03, 2020
Josie Altare combined her research skills with on-the-job training to transition into UX design. The UX designers she worked with recommended BrainStation, and Josie enrolled in the part-time UX Design Certificate Course and the part-time UI Design Certificate Course. Throughout those courses, Josie built the UI for a fitness tracker app and shares her Sketch and InDesign project with us! T...
Liz Eggleston
Updated September 30, 2024
The spectrum of data science jobs is broad – everyone from governments to businesses to non-profit organizations are collecting data. But it takes Data Scientists, Data Analysts, and Data Engineers to turn that data into smart business decisions. If there’s one thing we’ve learned from interviewing so many data science bootcamp graduates, it’s that no two companies use the exact same job tit...
Liz Eggleston
Updated January 07, 2020
BrainStation has been teaching digital marketing classes for years and recently launched an intensive, career-changing Digital Marketing Diploma program. Julia Osmar, the VP of Education Experience at BrainStation, tells us all about the new Digital Marketing Diploma – including who should apply (and who the diploma course is not right for), the admissions and interview process, and what th...
Liz Eggleston
Updated January 08, 2021
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Is BrainStation worth it?
BrainStation hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 2,339 BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation on Course Report - you should start there!
How much does BrainStation cost?
BrainStation costs around $3,950. On the lower end, some BrainStation courses like Python Programmer Certification (PPC™) (Online) cost $2,950.
What courses does BrainStation teach?
BrainStation offers courses like Artificial Intelligence Certification (AIC™) (In-Person), Artificial Intelligence Certification (AIC™) (Online), Data Analytics Certification (DAC™) (In-Person), Data Analytics Certification (DAC™) (Online) and 16 more.
Where does BrainStation have campuses?
BrainStation has in-person campuses in London, New York City, and Toronto. BrainStation also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.
Does BrainStation offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?
Right now, it doesn't look like BrainStation 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.
Is BrainStation legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 2,339 BrainStation alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed BrainStation and rate their overall experience a 4.66 out of 5.
Can I read BrainStation reviews?
You can read 2,339 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.
Is BrainStation accredited?
While bootcamps must be approved to operate, accreditation is relatively rare. BrainStation doesn't yet share information about their accreditation status.