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SV Academy

Average Rating4.8
225 Reviews
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SV Academy is an intensive tech sales training provider that offers a 4-week full-time and 8-week part-time online high-growth sales training program. The full-time schedule has a 40-hour-per-week time commitment for the first 4 weeks of training while the part-time schedule requires about 20 hours per week for the first 8 weeks. SV Academy combines hands-on, intensive training with a strong network, career transition support, and career coaching to help job seekers launch meaningful high-growth business careers. During the training phase, learners will attend live classes, complete weekly assignments, improve their interview readiness, and participate in a live employer project. SV Academy focuses on training job seekers in high-growth sales, an approach pioneered by tech companies and now in demand across all industries. This approach is less about schmoozing than traditional sales, and more focused on data, agile processes, user empathy, and strategic problem-solving.

To be eligible for admission, an applicant must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident. The application process involves completing an online application, submitting and passing a written assessment, and a final interview with an admissions director. No prerequisite skills, business experience, or a perfect GPA is needed for enrollment. SV Academy is looking for committed job seekers with strong written and verbal communication abilities who are coachable and eager to start building their business careers and transform their lives.  

After successfully completing the 4-week full-time or 8-week part-time training, a dedicated Career Transition Manager will help program participants navigate the job search process. SV Academy will also match and facilitate warm introductions between job seekers and prospective employers with open roles. After getting hired, SV Academy graduates will receive professional career coaching for the first 6 months, helping them to maneuver the rough spots of beginning a new career and put them on a path toward a promotion.

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  • Liz Ndungu
    Liz Ndungu
    Fellowship • Online
    Dec 14, 2021
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    Tech sales

    My Pm was amazing, understanding, and supportive. Whenever I asked for help he was readily available. 
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  • Dan Jacob
    Dan Jacob
    SDR • Graduate • Fellowship • Online
    Dec 03, 2021
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    SDR Fellowship

    You get what you put in! Very intense program and wouldn't blame you if you felt overwhelmed, but it is truly worth it. The first week is the most intense and I saw a lot of drop-off from our cohort size. However, if you stuck with it, it will be rewarding. I had a great instructor and pod mates, we were all super supportive. SVX Internship week is too short and the job portal could use some work, but the market demand for SDRs is booming so keep applying and you'll land something. 
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  • Courtney McCann
    Courtney McCann
    Graduate • Fellowship • Online
    Nov 24, 2021
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    Believe the Hype

    Serious about a career change? Need community and structure to get you there fast? SV Academy exceeded my expectations. They are the real deal. We learned the job, got practice through an internship, and built a tight-knit community in four intense weeks. If you do the program, I suggest being all in day one because it's not for the faint at heart.
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  • Nik
    Nik
    Nov 24, 2021
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    You wont regret it!

    I had no idea what to expect coming into this program. I have zero background in tech and wasn't sure the tech world was even somewhere I belonged. This program taught me everything I needed in order to build a lasting career. They take a holistic approach so that not only do you understand the specifics of the role, but how you as the individual can be the best version of yourself. This is a community you won't find anywhere else, this team wants you to succeed. I have never found such ...
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  • Jerome
    Jerome
    Account Executive • Graduate
    Nov 14, 2021
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    Alumni-Current AE

    SV Academy gave me all the tools I needed to transfer and hone my sales experience and skills into the tech space. I can not tell you the number of doors that have opened since attending SV. The instructors are amazing and give you the attention needed to succeed. And though the course is demanding the experience is 10 fold!
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  • Joe Tucker
    Joe Tucker
    Graduate • Fellowship • Online
    Oct 30, 2021
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    This is your future self talking…”You will thank me later.” NOT A SCAM!

     I know what you’re thinking. Is this a SCAM??? I thought so too, believe me. 
    Just to clarify, this is NOT A SCAM!!!
    I was so apprehensive about joining the program even after being in the 2% of applicants that actually got accepted. That statistic alone should shed light on the course’s legitimacy. 
    Also, this is my testimony. If you want to break into tech go to SV Academy. 
    CAUTION: th...
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  • DeLacy
    DeLacy
    SDR • Graduate • Fellowship • Online
    Oct 22, 2021
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    Sales Development Representative

    So grateful to have successfully completed over 300 hours of rigorous tech sales training at SV Academy, where I became proficient in utilizing exciting software, such as SalesForce, SalesLoft, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, exceeding quotas, and so much more. I am confident that I now have the knowledge and skills needed to excel in an SDR role, and bring immense value to any sales team!
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  • Zoë Chris
    Zoë Chris
    Graduate • Fellowship • Online
    Oct 21, 2021
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    I went for the training, stayed for the community!

    Put in the work, you will reap the rewards, and SV Academy will stand by its word on providing a community of support.

    It’s perfectly reasonable to want to know more about what you’re getting into, so I recommend applying and speaking to one of the admissions team (they’re so friendly!) or reading about the details for yourself.

    Pros Kick-starting your career in the tech space! I gained cold-outreach skills, learned how to finesse my resume, interview coaching, and an aweso...
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  • Terrance Roseborough
    Terrance Roseborough
    Graduate • Fellowship • Online
    Oct 19, 2021
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    SV Academy brings the ladder, you bring your step

    SV Academy was a game-changer for me and (if you want it to be) it can be one for you too. You might not have any previous experience in tech but that's not an issue here. SV Academy was clear from day 1 that if you had 0 experience you’d be ready to get hired, and I know of many folks who have had sales experience (but not Tech Sales experience) who got promoted in less than a year thanks to the training they gained via SV Academy. In my cohort, one person said that regardless of whethe...
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  • Edgar Guilfuchi
    Edgar Guilfuchi
    Student • Online
    Oct 09, 2021
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    Amazed and Excited!

    I am glad I made the decision to join SV Academy. I am currently on track in the SDR program. Our program manager Kehau Likio is absolutely awesome and very helpful with any questions we have. The school really sets you up for success. You will get where you want to be if you put in the work!
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  • Jonathan Chong
    Jonathan Chong
    Student • Online
    Oct 08, 2021
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    Fast Paced, Real world training

    From the first week, they teach you how to make a list of potential clients. They help you to succeed by not just giving you reading assignments and videos to watch, but an actual assignment to focus on. 
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  • Tallaferro Parker
    Tallaferro Parker
    Student • Fellowship • Online
    Oct 08, 2021
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    It’s not hype it's real!

    At first, I was unsure if this would be a good fit for me. Just like you and countless others, I decided to do my research; after the very first week, I realized you don't know what you don't know! I'm honored to be a part of this beautiful opportunity to learn from people in the industry and most importantly; people that sat in the same seat I'm sitting in! This Bootcamp will prepare you to quantum leap your skillset and change your life forever! Enough reading! The best research is RES...
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Jess Feldman
Jess Feldman
Updated June 22, 2023
Akhil Cherukupally was on the path to be a doctor when he realized he had a change of heart. Risking losing his family’s respect and financial support, he set out to find a career he was proud of and passionate about. When Akhil discovered tech sales, he took the leap to learn a new trade with SV Academy. Five years after graduating from SV Academy, Akhil is heading up a sales team at Google!...
Jess Feldman
Jess Feldman
Updated March 16, 2020
From his time spent as a door-to-door salesman, Baba Gana always knew he wanted to be in sales, but just wasn’t sure how to make the leap from business and marketing to tech sales in Silicon Valley. His MIB advisor recommended the free tech sales bootcamp SV Academy and Baba’s career has continued to grow ever since. Undaunted by SV Academy’s 3% admittance rate and intensive 4-week tech sal...
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Updated December 03, 2019
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SV Academy Alumni Reviews Summary

Overall Experience
4.8
Instructors
4.9
Curriculum
4.7
Job Assistance
4.7
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How much does SV Academy cost?

SV Academy costs around $0.

What courses does SV Academy teach?

SV Academy offers courses like Fellowship.

Where does SV Academy have campuses?

SV Academy teaches students Online in a remote classroom.

Is SV Academy worth it?

SV Academy hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 225 SV Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed SV Academy on Course Report - you should start there!

Is SV Academy legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 225 SV Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed SV Academy and rate their overall experience a 4.8 out of 5.

Does SV Academy offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?

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You can read 225 reviews of SV Academy on Course Report! SV Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed SV Academy and rate their overall experience a 4.8 out of 5.

Is SV Academy accredited?

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

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