Bloc

I had another career and really didn't enjoy what I was doing but didn't want to go back to school for another 4-8 years to switch careers. I looked into software design programs and realized this is something I really wanted to do but when I found Bloc, I was blown away at how hands-on the program was and how it truly prepared you for real-world experience. It also is continually being updated changes it's curriculum based on what's currently going on in the tech world. My mentor has supported me along the way and I'm so excited to get a job once I finish. Bloc place has changed my life!

I finished the program 4 months early. I started looking for jobs right after I finished my 2nd project and got an offer a month later. I've met so many passionate instructors and students along the way. Bloc not only helps me break into the industry, but also gain confidence in the knowledge I gained, friends, and connections during the program. The career team is also super supportive and helpful. There's always someone to reach out to. It's quite clear that everyone at Bloc is all passionate individuals who try to steer you to find a workplace you're happy with rather than the amount of money you make after the course.

I would say you will need a lot of self-motivation. You get what you put in. The more proactive you are, the better the result. Use all of the resources you get, p...

I have a lot of previous design experience but I wanted to learn UX design inside and out. I'm still in the beginning but I feel like I made a great decision choosing Bloc. It's a great fit for me and it's been very flexible which is exactly what I needed as I juggle other responsibilities. The curriculum isn't easy but the instructors are great and they give you plenty of help when you get stuck.

Bloc has been an amazing experience for me. All throughout the program, I've received nothing but help when I needed it and great course material. The program material is easy to read and very easy to follow along with and it pushes you to dig a little deeper on your own to fully grasp what it's saying.

The technical support team is fast and they work with you throughout the problem or the question you have. I've never had a negative experience or one where the code coaches couldn't relay the information or help to me in a way I couldn't understand. The mentor meetings help tremendously and the one on one weekly meetings help solidify areas where I may feel a little wobbly on.

I recommend Bloc 100% for the go-to code school. The fact that it's online and not very pricey is the che...

I have so enjoyed my experience at Bloc. They really put their money where their mouth is and support people who don't usually find a place in this male-dominated industry. My mentors have helped me find my niche and allowed me to tailor the program to best suit my needs. The program is mastery-based, so you don't simply get pushed and passed through. Very impressed and glad I went with this option.

I'd been working as a frontend developer for a couple years and was hoping to learn some new UX/UI design skills by taking the Bloc course. Bloc made it seem like this was a good option for people, like myself, who had some industry experience already.

Enrolling and completing this course was a mistake. I feel that I have wasted time and money in doing so. I was hoping I would gain valuable knowledge by enrolling but I did not. As someone with prior experience, I have learned more about UX/UI design as a front-end developer in the industry. Not with Bloc.

My mentor was kind though he was constantly running late and then our meetings would be rushed. He would also forget about feedback he would give me in previous weeks and contradict his own design critiques. When I tried to swi...

After going through the first half of the web development bootcamp at Bloc, I must say that the experience was lacking. I regret spending my money on this program and hope this review will dissuade others from making the same mistake. Firstly, the curriculum felt shallow. It seems designed to make you just competent enough to say the right things in an interview but not much beyond that. The assignments and assessments did not test for competency, but rather for the ability to regurgitate buzz words. On top of that, the people working as assessors repeatedly made mistakes grading my projects. There were many times when my projects were rejected incorrectly because my assessor did not seem to understand the subject being assessed. Bloc claims that their apprenticeship aspect is what set...

January 30, 2019

I started the program back in May, 2018 and i'm currently enrolled in the course. This is a self paced online course that has great accountability and mentorship. My background is in Human Resources so this is a career change for me into the world of UX Design. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone wanting to get into this field. The curriculum is very thorough and up to date with their content. There are assessments along the way to make sure you are fully grasping the concepts of the design process. They have also included frontend modules to teach HTML, CSS and Javascript, which I understand is a plus for a UX Designer to have.

This course is definitely not for the undisciplined, it's an online course and no one is going to press you if you...

I am nearing the completion of my Bloc program (only one week left!) Bloc has been a great experience for me all around. When you sign up for the program, they say that you will be able to keep your current job and complete the program at the same time. For me personally, I kept my 9-5 current job for the first 2 months with the plans of quitting after that. When I did that, I temped/freelanced (I was a photographer before my 9-5) which worked perfectly with the program since I was able to choose how much I wanted to work.

Once you get past the first module, I am not sure if it is realistic to keep up the 40-50 hour pace of a full time job on top of the 25-30 hour a week dedication time of the program, although I am sure some people do it! For me, it was better to work part time and ...

My experience at Bloc has been positive and negative. I was enrolled for just under 8 weeks in the Designer Track and went through all of the checkpoints in the 1st module, Design Fundamentals. Bloc’s curriculum is not for everyone. I would say to do your own research on the program before you sign up and understand the emphasis they put on the Frontend portion of the curriculum. Overall, this just wasn’t the program for me in how I want to develop as a designer.

Likes
- Mentor session weekly

Dislikes
- Frontend heavy teaching javascript libraries, deployment where this time could be dedicated more to the UX/UI process
- Frontend needed for all projects from the end of the 1st module, Fundamentals, through the last project for your portfolio
- Multiple people grading the same ...

The main thing I like about Bloc is the support structure they have in place. You never really feel like you have to go through this alone. The assignment grading is very helpful and so is the staff. The path makes sense and I learn something new with every assignment.

My favorite aspect of Bloc is the apprenticeship-style structure to learning. I have tried other tutorials/online courses in the past and it never really clicked with me. With Bloc's curriculum and having a mentor to talk every week, I have been able to retain the concepts and actually understand them. Bloc has really helped me advance in my career as a web developer and I was even able to take on a React project for a client just a couple of weeks after finishing the front-end frameworks section of my curriculum. If you want hands-on experience working with everything you need to become a professional web developer, I'd highly recommend Bloc.

I'm enrolled in Bloc’s web development program and it has been an incredible experience for me. Even though the curriculum is designed to be self-paced, I've never felt I am on my own and adrift. For my part, I commit 25+ hours each week to my course of study. Admittedly, there is a considerable learning curve; however, after the four month mark, the concepts clicked. I am able to bridge theory to practice and am looking forward to creating my portfolio over the coming months. As each day passes, I become more comfortable and confident. Additionally, I have also consistently been supported by my mentor who I meet once a week online, by the wonderful mentors who are available at all hours of the day on Slack, and the superheroes from student success, such as Taylor. I had a life changing...

Hello There!

I'm currently a student with Bloc and finishing up the last leg of my assignment/apprenticeship with the UX Design program and I must say that it has been quite a ride.

The amount of support you get in the program is on point - the slack channel is a large community on a global scale all pushing each other to finish, the technical coaches are almost always a key stroke away from getting you "unstuck" from a problem, the recorded and live class sessions are an extremely helpful resource, the student success team constantly check on your progress to ensure you are getting the best out of the program, and the mentors you meet have years of experience behind them to help you unlock your potential into a career you will break into at the conclusion of the program.

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I'm halfway through the Designer track, and I have been enjoying the course so far! Everything they teach is relevant, and I love that you will finish the program with three case studies under your belt. My mentor, Lauren Smith, is amazing and willing to help wherever she can. I can talk to her about the course, job advice, and anything else related to UX design!

If you're thinking about choosing a Bootcamp for UX Design, I highly recommend Bloc. This isn't to say that the coursework is easy, but I truly find UXD fun. What you put in is what you get out. You have to make sure you don't slack off. I supplement this education by going to Meetups and meeting professionals in the industry.

I'm in the UX/UI Designer program with Bloc and I have to say I've been very impresse with how much they've taught me. I'm in my final weeks with the class and have started applying for jobs. I've been pleasantly surprised to see that the education I've received allows me to check off almost every single requirement in a job description. I started applying to jobs just 3 weeks ago in Charlotte, NC and I have two interviews set up for this week at a much higher pay rate than expected (both are above 75K annually!).

I'd recommend Bloc to anyone. The technical coaches are available to answer any of your questions and the mentor sessions are invaluable. The only thing I would say is that if you are not 100% dedicated you WILL fall behind in your course. Stay on top of it and keep yo...

The overall experience was great. The track, I felt, was very good but could have a few tweeks made. For an example, the UX track included a portion to teach JavaScript to students. While I can understand the intentions, JavaScript is something where the foundations should be really well taught and basic programming principles and methodologies should be coupled with it. I felt the program went through it very quickly with minimal introductory concepts. Although I do believe that JavaScript/OOP is a great skill for anyone, the time spent could have been used more appropriately to drive a deeper understanding of UX methodologies or even concepts like SEO or CRO.

My last 'issue' is the job seeking. They do a pretty good job with resume and CV building, but there didnt seen to be enough...

I have been in the Bloc program since July of 18. I have learned so many new skills/useful skills that I believe will take me into my job search and beyond. My mentor sessions have been fantastic and super useful in gauging my progress, my skillsets and where I need to make improvement or strides.

Bloc's success team and technical coaches have provided supports whenever I needed. 

I am looking forward to building my portfolio and really getting into the nitty gritty of applying for jobs. Great experience so far!!!

I am two months into Bloc's Designer track, which puts me at the beginning of the third part of the first module. So far I've successfully completed most of the UX and Visual Fundamentals sections of the first module, and next is the front end coding section. The program is great! The info is detailed and comprehensive and the Bloc provides tons of resources to elaborate on the lessons. The staff is very helpful and the Slack community is active. Overall I'd say I'm learning a ton and really enjoying myself. I believe that by the time I'm done I'll be fully prepared to enter the job market and be very successful as a Designer.

I have been at Bloc for a year and have waited to write a review but I am at my wits end. Since my first day, I had a mentor who was a former Bloc student. They gave me very little support and always cancelled our meetings. Looking back they really didnt offer me any "mentoring" and was not qualified in my opinion to be a mentor yet. Luckily now I have a great mentor but honestly he is the only positive part of my Bloc experience. The hours they say it takes to complete are not feasible. I work full time and it takes hours to finish projects, not to mention the revisions. Hey I totally get that things need revisions but its not realistic to say 1 project takes 4 hours! try more 10-15 hours realistically from start to finish.

Now the grading....we are being timed to complete the prog...