UPSKILL OR START A NEW CAREER IN THE TECH INDUSTRY

Led by industry and focused on job-ready training, our Data Science & AI, Cyber Security and Software Engineering Tech Bootcamps provide practical, immersive programs taught by industry experts in real-time. Classes are conveniently accessible on campus and via remote learning formats. Bootcamp graduates stand out in the job market and are ready to excel in lucrative tech industry careers.

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Overview

The Data Science & AI, Cyber Security and Software Engineering programs can be taken in either 24 weeks part time or 12 weeks full time and are designed for career-driven professionals to transition into the tech industry. The programs include pre-work, intensive practical training, industry award and a job outcomes program in collaboration with industry partners. The course content has been tailored to give you the skills that are demanded by businesses in today’s rapidly evolving job market.

Remote learning is available for all upcoming programs. The interactive remote format enabled by video conferencing technology is a rich and connected experience featuring virtual break-out rooms, shared screens, digital whiteboards, peer to peer collaboration and instructor support.

The demand for tech talent is massive in the United States and around the world.

Our Data Science & AI, Cyber Security and Software Engineering Programs are designed for IT and non-IT professionals who are interested in transitioning their careers into the tech industry.

 

All programs include practical training, industry award and job placement support to help professionals secure a job in the industry.

 

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University of Louisiana at Lafayette & Institute of Data

Welcome to the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and Institute of Data's practical training programs.

Learn how to create predictive models by learning to wrangle, analyze, visualize, predict and find insight into data, create interactive web pages with HTML, CSS and JavaScript, or learn in-demand skills to defend from cyber-attacks, protect and secure businesses and government, and develop best practices from dedicated tech industry trainers.

The programs are structured training programs designed to help you develop the practical skills you will need, allowing you to progress into roles such as Data Scientist, Data Analyst, Cyber Security Analyst, Penetration Tester, SOC (Security Operations Consultant), or Software Developer. 

After completing your Data Science & AI, Cyber Security or Software Engineering Program, you will receive a Certificate of Completion from UL Lafayette and an Institute of Data Certificate of Achievement.

Hundreds of professionals choose the Institute of Data every year to prepare them for their future career after careful consideration of their desired career progression and to attain maximum return on investment for their education. Leading the future of the profession, the Institute of Data offers a collaborative and successful program, designed to ensure you have the technical and interpersonal skills required to accelerate your career in the data, cyber or software industry.

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Industry training is provided by the Institute of Data, who transform careers and companies for a data-driven world. We focus on accelerated workforce training for the industries of the future, namely cyber security, big data, artificial intelligence and the digital economy. We train professionals to build careers in these industries through our professional education programs and industry networks.

Cyber Security Program 

The next part-time program starts

August 12, 2024

Data Science & Artificial Intelligence (AI) Program 

The next part-time program starts

May 21, 2024

Software Engineering Program

The next part-time program starts

June 11, 2024 

With the practical training programs you will...

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Be ready to practice 

The programs are designed to prepare students for real commercial work in the area of data science, cybersecurity and software engineering. Our programs are focused on practical in-class training, labs and real-life projects to prepare you for the industry.

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Receive the best training and the latest curriculum

The program trainers are actively working in the industry and will teach you how to practice data science, cybersecurity and software engineering. The curriculum is developed by the Institute of Data Academic Committee with decades of experience working in data, automation, cyber security and software engineering.

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Be more attractive to employers

The programs result in a UL Lafayette Certificate of Completion and Institute of Data Certificate of Achievement which signals to employers that you are ready to join the industry. Your resume and profile will be reviewed by your Job Outcomes team to give you the best possible chance of success.

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Get more support and guidance

The member network offers support and guidance from mentors and direct connections to the industry. You will connect with employers at both exclusive and public events held for alumni.

Program structure

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Pre-work

Students complete curated online pre-work designed to prepare every student with the foundational skills required to complete all coursework and training.

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Remote or In Class Training

Students undertake a professional in-classroom course from a team of expert industry trainers from leading consultancies and enterprises to acquire the most sought-after practical training in the country.

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Job outcomes

You will undergo a Job Outcomes Program which will help position you for the best chance of a new job opportunity and/or internal promotion. Land a job in one of the most sought after fields in tech with the guidance of professional career coaches and access to our hiring network.