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Careerist

Average Rating 4.62
330 Reviews 3 Courses

Careerist is a US-based career accelerator offering online courses in Software QA Engineering, QA Automation, QA Bundle (that includes manual QA and QA test automation), Tech Sales,  Data Analytics, and UX/UI Design. Careerist is designed to help students learn the skills needed to land a tech job. They are committed to making tech education accessible, and creating new career opportunities for individuals who want to get into the tech industry. Over 1,000 companies in 40 states now employ Careerist graduates, and 57% work remotely.

Careerist's training programs include live classes, an internship, career coaching, and mentorship. The live lessons are recorded so students can review them whenever it works for their schedule. 

Careerist aims to help people fulfill their career aspirations and land high-paying, inspiring jobs in the tech sector. Careerist students receive 1:1 career coaching and mentoring. Students will learn how to effectively search for a job, answer interview questions, and how to significantly increase their chances of getting hired.  

Careerist was formerly known as JobEasy.

Reviews

330 alumni reviews of Careerist

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    Elena
    Graduate · QA Automation+Python bootcamp · February 2023

    QA Automation

    I really like the teachers of this bootcamp, they are so nice and knowledgeable, explaining all the information very well and I want to say a Huge Thanks for the job assistant Angelina, she is amazing and helpful, she prepared me at every stage of my...
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    Toure' R. Tyler
    QA Analyst · Software QA Engineering · February 2023

    It was awesome!

    Taking classes with Careerist, was the best experience ever!  As a newly introduced individual to technology, Careerist instructed, guided, and provided me with the latest software tools and instructors to enhance my overall experience as a QA...
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    Anastasiia Sokyrka
    Graduate · Software QA Engineering · February 2023

    Manual QA

    I completed the Careerist Manual QA 4-week boot camp and can confidently say it was an excellent investment in my career. The curriculum was comprehensive and covered everything from test case creation to bug reporting and tracking. 
    The instructors...
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    Khadija
    Lead QA Analyst · Software QA Engineering · February 2023

    Hands-on internship

    If you want to land a tech job quickly, this course is for you. You don't need to have an IT background; all you need is to put effort and time into studying on your own. Online classes were helpful, but you need to do a lot of self-study. I landed a...
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    Quinn Thomas
    Chief Operations Officer · Sales Engineering bootcamp · February 2023

    Good but not Great, BBring your own resources.

    The Careerist Technical Sales Engineering Bootcamp offers a comprehensive program for those interested in pursuing a career in technical sales. However, I found that the lack of step-by-step instructions made it difficult to follow along, especially...
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    Kseniia
    Graduate · Software QA Engineering · February 2023

    Highly recommend

    Taking Manual QA classes with Careerists was one of my best decisions ever! They offer great, affordable, flexible classes, real projects internship and job search support. After a course I was able to find my dream job and become a professional and...
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    Minaya Musayeva
    Graduate · Software QA Engineering · February 2023

    Graduated a year ago

    I like how they assist you until you get hired. When I started this course I had 0 experience in IT field, and got job in 4 months of my job search, I am on my second job search, still getting same assistance as when I first started looking for a job. 
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    KATE RYZHKOVA
    Software engineer · Software QA Engineering · February 2023

    MAnual QA course at Careerist Inc.y

    I graduated from Careerist Academy last year. It was an excellent experience working with a team both academically and comfortably. The schedule and curriculum were very convenient. The content and structure of the lessons were well-organized and easy...
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    Maixia Xiong
    Graduate · Software QA Engineering · February 2023

    Good Experience

    The course is taught by professionals who have many years of experience and knowledge in the field of QA. It only required 2 hours of commitment 5 days a week (if I remember correctly) during the time I was taking the course. Additionally, everything...
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    Meghana Patel
    Software engineer · Software QA Engineering · February 2023

    It was a knowledgeable experience.

    Pursuing the Manual QA course with Careerist was an amazing experience. The classes were very informative and easy to understand. The teachers were very proactive with the lessons and were knowledgeable. I landed my first job as a Manual QA a couple of...
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    Loulou A.
    Graduate · Software QA Engineering · February 2023

    Great Experience!

    I graduated and got a a job in 3 weeks in 2022 while the job market was super hot. The Manual QA course is very easy to follow and the instructors and mentors are very friendly and passionate about your success. I would recommend this course to anyone...
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    Ayaz B.
    Graduate · Software QA Engineering · February 2023

    A great way for new beginnings

    I wanted to change my career and work in IT industry, so I took Manual QA course and completed all lessons and its' tasks.
    Not only I learned how to use various tools, but I also had chance to apply my learnings into the internships in the end of...
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    Kateryna Varshavska
    QA engineer · Software QA Engineering · February 2023

    Very professional and well organised

    It was great experience with company, Viktor Tsoy was as helpful as mentor could ever be. Extremely thankful for all the advices and help I received during my journey with company. After looking for a job for a while I finally got my offer. Thank you,...
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    Felix Rivera
    Graduate · Software QA Engineering · February 2023

    Software QA Tester

    The only thing which you have to do is to follow the instructions. Careerist has a direct strategy on how to become QA Tester. There were live lessons with helpful instructors who were ready to answer our questions. Then I joined an internship to grow...
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    Maksim Tkachenko
    Software QA Engineer · Software QA Engineering · February 2023

    Easy-Going and a lot of Information

    The course was not difficult only if you really wanted to get into to the field. The instructors are very helpful and explain things well. My mentor was very helping and was always on my side. I had good support from him. He kept me going and pulled me...
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    Inga A
    QA Engineer · Software QA Engineering · February 2023

    Careerist changed my life

    It will be soon 1 year since I started working full time as quality assurance engineer after I completed the manual QA course and internship by Careerist. Moreover, 2 of my close friends were also able to land a QA job thanks to Careerist academic...
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    basira shah
    QA Automation Engineer · QA Automation+Python bootcamp · February 2023

    careerist quality assurance program

    i started the program at careerist april 2022, finished it in time, had amazing support, i got what exactly i was told at the beginning of the program. i learned more than i expected, the program is amazing, but it definitely requires ones hard working...
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    Nandini C
    Graduate · Software QA Engineering · February 2023

    The best decision I made!

    For me, Careerist was truly Godsent. As a mother of young kids, I was looking at transitioning from relationship management to software QA, mainly because I wanted to work remotely and I do have an eye for detail. As I was browsing online, I came...
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    Jermaine M Joiner
    Jr. Quality Assurance Engineer · Software QA Engineering · February 2023

    Great Experience!

    In 2020 I happened to become furloughed from my sales job. At that point, I knew I wanted to have more security in my career. I happened to find a listing on social media, the day I made this decision. After speaking with someone regarding my interest...
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    Ayoola Ladapo
    Graduate · QA Automation+Python bootcamp · February 2023

    Highly Recommended Bootcamp for Manual/ Automation QA (SDET)

    I did some courses in Software QA Automation with Careerist and men, I have been inviting and directing my friends (who are still wondering about my great turn-around) to Careerist as I write. Few things you must be aware of, as you register with them:...
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Mike McGee
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Find answers to the most-asked questions.

Is Careerist worth it?

Careerist hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 330 Careerist alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Careerist on Course Report - you should start there!

How much does Careerist cost?

Careerist costs around $8,900. On the lower end, some Careerist courses like Software QA Engineering cost $5,900.

What courses does Careerist teach?

Careerist offers courses like Manual And Automation QA Bundle bootcamp, QA Automation+Python bootcamp, Software QA Engineering.

Where does Careerist have campuses?

Careerist teaches students Online in a remote classroom.

Does Careerist offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?

Yes, Course Report is excited to offer a $700 discount off your Careerist tuition! Use this Special Link and complete the form on the Careerist website to receive the $700 discount from Careerist. This offer applies to the Careerist All-Inclusive Training Program

Is Careerist legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 330 Careerist alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Careerist and rate their overall experience a 4.62 out of 5.

Can I read Careerist reviews?

You can read 330 reviews of Careerist on Course Report! Careerist alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Careerist and rate their overall experience a 4.62 out of 5.

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