Springboard

The program has a curriculum that is broken down into the main job ready skills. It does a very good getting you job ready by building real projects and portfolio. The Mentor program was very helpful in keeping me accountable every week and have someone... Read More to lean on when things got tough.

My experience in the Data Analytics path at Springboard was and continues to be exceptional. I'm a career changer, having taught high school mathematics, specifically AP Statistics, for twenty years. Before that I had worked in the finance industry. I... Read More left teaching before COVID but wanted to find a better use of my brain. I had to take my business skills and update them for today's big data analysis: SQL, Python and the proliferation of relational databases. I feel that the program has prepared me well, making me a competitive candidate for remote work, which is a priority for my desired work/life balance. The weekly mentor calls are invaluable, the projects along the way to build one's portfolio and the programmed career coaching keep one on track. One needs to be self motivated and self disciplined to complete the curriculum. I am working under a Job Guarantee and tuition deferment plan that made this a no-brainer. I can highly recommend this program and have done so when I have told people about my new path.

I’m really grateful for Springboard, and I had a really a solid experience with their UX bootcamp. The curriculum was thorough and made me feel prepared for a job in the field. My favorite aspect of their program was their mentorships and career coaches;... Read More I found this to be invaluable. Upon completion, I was able to secure a job within two months of finishing the program. I would recommend their bootcamp to anyone!

I took this course as a teacher for the last 10 years looking to leave the field. I started this course in March and was able to finish mid-June. The coursework is definitely do-able while working full time and balancing family, even as someone with very... Read More little background in data. I had an amazing technical mentor and the slack channel was very helpful. I am currently in job-guarantee, and am finding the requirements tedious. However, the career coaches are valuable and knowledgeable. My suggestion it to make sure you read all the find print for job guarantee.

Pros:
-Material gets straight to the point, concise and instructive
-Allows students to move at their own pace with several availability options on a constant basis for all project submissions and presentations
-Teaches you what you need to know in a simplified... Read More and organized manner that makes it easy to digest and understand the material

Cons:
-May be difficult to progress if you're not a motivated, self-driven learner that can take the initiative to solve problems independently

Pros are that the program has a great support system and a very solid curriculum. Also customer service is great and they provide a strong team of individuals to help prepare you from everything from learning the material to preparing for the job market... Read More with a series of mock interviews. resume assistance and all of that.

Cons are some glitches in the INFOsec program but they are minor, and the freedom of being able to work at your own pace can work against you if you allow yourself to be distracted.

I started the program with some background in computer science so not everything I saw was brand new to me, but the program explained the majority of the concepts very well. There were many cybersecurity concepts that were brand new to me that were explained... Read More to me in a way that was easy to digest, and would be easily reviewable if necessary. You always have many options for support when you have questions in the form of advisors, a personal mentor, and many fellow students through the Slack app. The pacing of material is very do-able and will introduce you to a wide variety of concepts in cybersecurity so you do not need a technology background to begin this program. The concepts taught will help to prepare you to take the Security+ exam but are not enough by themselves, you will need a study guide from Mike Chapple/Professor Messer with some practice tests to check your own progress.

Overall, I'd recommend this program to someone looking to either break into the cybersecurity field or pivot from their current career to cybersecurity. The career coaches are a big help in preparing you and giving you a lot of suggestions and advice on how to sell yourself to potential employers and improve your portfolio as a whole. Without this program I wouldn't have been able to improve my network and networking skills nearly as much as I have now.

Springboard provides weekly mentor support which is very helpful, mentor helps in the project as well as help you grow in your field. Career guidance with some amazing checklists and highly experienced TAs help in guiding throughout the job hunting journey.... Read More

My Springboard Data Analytics Journey: Pros and Cons
Pros:

Comprehensive Curriculum: Springboard covers all key areas of data analytics, giving a solid foundation.
Flexibility: The program lets you learn at your own pace, which is great for busy people.... Read More
Mentorship: Industry professionals guide you through the course, providing valuable insights.
Real-World Projects: You work on practical projects that build your portfolio.
Career Services: They offer resume reviews, interview prep, and job placement help.
Job Guarantee Option: They provide a job guarantee, ensuring confidence in the program.

Cons:
Self-Discipline Required: You need to be motivated and disciplined to stay on track.
Variable Mentor Quality: Mentorship experiences can vary.
Limited Interaction: Online learning can feel isolating compared to a traditional classroom.
Unrealistic Time Allocation: The time allocated for projects and assignments can be unrealistic.

My Story
I am Amir Reza Nabipour, a freelance researcher and epidemiologist with over 10 years of experience. I have published numerous scientific papers in different journals. I recently graduated from the Springboard Data Analytics program.

I chose this program to improve my analytical skills for my work in public health. Despite my busy schedule, the flexible learning was perfect for me. The curriculum was comprehensive, covering everything from data cleaning to machine learning. The real-world projects helped me build a strong portfolio.
The mentorship was a highlight. My mentor, an industry professional, provided invaluable guidance. This, combined with the practical coursework, equipped me with the skills I needed.
I applied these skills to my Capstone 2 project on diabetes and stroke prediction. The hands-on experience and career services support have positioned me well for future opportunities. My story shows how a flexible, well-structured program like Springboard can significantly impact your career.

I love from how the course was set up to how helpful mentors were. Great experience! I just wish to knew about this program sooner so that I could have done it earlier. I really like that there will be career coach available for help even after I had... Read More finished the whole program for 6 moths.