Program Success Elements

  • We systematically determine peoples’ ability to learn and apply new knowledge;
  • Our AI-based teaching platform gamifies learning and trainees love it;
  • Academic advice and technical support are provided throughout trainees’ learning;
  • Self-paced coursework allows trainees to learn anywhere, anytime;
  • Self-paced coursework avoids trainees missing training content because of other responsibilities;
  • Our career training programs are mapped to industry-recognized certificates;
  • Our in-depth skills training programs provide practical experience that close to 100% of job openings require.

We Have Nearly 100% Completion Rate in Our Online Career Training Programs.

While studies show that fewer than 20% of participants in online career training programs successfully complete them, we’re proud to achieve a near 100% completion rate. Even widely-recognized training programs such as Google’s Data Analytics Certificate training have a less than 10% completion rate.

For those of you who’ve struggled with other online training programs, you know how difficult it can be to stay on track and motivated.

Unfortunately, most online training programs have earned a poor reputation because they simply don’t work for most people. Reasons are many, some of which include:

Lack of Proper Preparation, Accountability, and Support

  • Insufficient Assessment: Most programs fail to assess your interest, aptitude, and perseverance before diving into training. Without this, it’s hard to know if the program is the right fit for you.

  • Missing Foundational Training: Learning is like climbing a staircase—each step prepares you for the next. But too often, programs skip over the foundational skills you need, making it hard for you to move forward with confidence.

  • Lack of Engagement: Most online programs are passive and uninvolving, relying on long lectures with minimal interaction or support — making it hard for learners to stay engaged.

  • Inadequate Support: Support is often minimal or non-existent. With limited or no assistance when it’s needed, you struggle to get help when needed, leading to frustration and disengagement.

  • Hands-On Application is Missing: Without opportunities to apply concepts in real-world contexts, learning feels abstract and disconnected. The absence of practical, job-focused exercises prevents you from translating knowledge into real career skills.

  • Mismatched Difficulty Levels: Many training programs are either too easy (leading to boredom) or too difficult (resulting in frustration). This mismatch makes it hard to stay motivated.

The Result? Over 80% of learners typically drop out.

At NCLab, we take a different approach. We’ve designed our programs to address these challenges and ensure that our students stay engaged, supported, and equipped for success—ultimately helping them finish their training and step into their careers with confidence.

Let’s compare training approaches and the results they produce.

ENGAGING GAMIFIED LEARNING versus INDEPENDENT LEARNING

At NCLab, you’re taught by an engaging Artificial Intelligence (AI) teaching platform that provides you bite-sized knowledge that is immediately followed by gamified mini projects, during which the platform provides you realtime assistance in the form of in-context help, hints, templates, and yes, best practices. Our trainees love the fact that the platform is always there interacting with them and they’re never left alone to do assignments, no matter what time of day they’re working. 

NCLab career coaches and technical support personnel also oversee your progress and guide and assist you throughout your training. 

SKILLS-BASED TRAINING versus KNOWLEDGE-BASED TRAINING

Close to 100% of job openings require work experience, so if your objective is to get a job at the end of your training, it’s the SKILLS that you acquire during your training that are key. After all, as an example, employers hire Data Analysts for their ability to perform Data Analyst work (which is a SKILL), not their awareness of the different Data Analyst tools available to perform Data Analyst work (which is KNOWLEDGE). 

NCLab’s competency-based training is unique in the way it makes you knowledgeable AND skilled, by requiring you to successfully complete hundreds of gamified AI-tutored mini projects that confirm your SKILLS in applying the knowledge that you have acquired. No other online career training programs follows a similar approach because it takes hundreds of hours to develop every hour of training.

More About NCLab’s Training

NCLab’s primary mission is to get people who have the ability and desire to grow into high-growth careers. To accomplish that, NCLab:

  • Verifies that you can learn and apply new knowledge before you’re admitted;
  • Provides you foundational training, if needed, before you start your primary training;
  • Provides you with engaging gamified hands-on work throughout your training to make you job-ready;
  • Provides you with the soft skills that are foundational to a professional career;
  • Prepares you to take industry-recognized certifications;
  • Helps you get noticed, succeed in your job interviews, and get hired. 

The vast majority of other online training programs don’t concern themselves with these needs.

Let’s look closer at each of NCLab’s activities and how they ensure your success.

Applicant Screening

At NCLab, we use a proprietary proven Career Readiness Assessment that measures your ability to absorb new knowledge and make use of it to solve problems, while also measuring your passion for learning and your perseverance. By successfully completing the assessment, you confirm that you have what it takes to both complete our training and get a great job.  

The vast majority of other online training programs, on the other hand, don’t screen you; instead, they enroll you, using an “add to cart” screen button. 

Foundational Skills

You have a different background than other people and, despite your level of formal education, you often have to take some foundational training. After all, training is much like scaffolding and, without a solid foundation, even learning basic concepts is difficult or often not possible. At NCLab, we provide you foundational training (e.g. workplace math) if it is needed, at no additional cost, so as to ensure that you will be able to more easily complete your training and apply what you learn.

The vast majority of other online training programs, on the other hand, simply specify prerequisites that you often don’t have or need refreshing, and when you fail to complete their training, it is attributed to your inadequate preparedness for the training.

Competency-Based Training

NCLab uses a competency-based learn-by-doing approach to teaching that trainees love. There is no such equivalent training that we are aware in other online career training programs.

Let’s look closer at how competency-based training is accomplished at NCLab:

  • You have to make use of each new concept to confirm your ability to apply it before going on to the next concept;
  • The primary instructor role is performed by an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based teaching platform that covers every subject, not just those that an instructor chooses to cover or remembers to cover;
  • Our teaching platform helps you with each gamified assignment, overseeing your work and providing you realtime context-specific help, hints, templates, and best practices;
  • Individually-assigned career coaches and technical support staff assist the AI-based teaching platform in overseeing, guiding, and helping you;
  • When you complete your training, you know it all without the need for a final exam.
Soft Skills

In contrast to the vast majority of online training programs that don’t address soft skills, NCLab programs work on your soft skills throughout your training. Your career coach helps you to stay on track and to complete your training while also teaching you important soft skills that employers expect you to have alongside your technical skills; those include independent problem solving, critical and logical thinking, attention to detail, perseverance, professional communication, time management, and adaptability, among others.

Industry-Recognized Certifications

While employers place value on industry-recognized certifications and we at NCLab prepare you for them (including ACT’s Workkeys Applied Math and NCRC, TOSA, CompTIA Data+, and The Python Institute’s PCEP, PCAP, and PCAD), passing a certification exam should not be a goal in itself, since taking an exam is quite different from being job-ready. Job readiness is about having skills and that can only take place with the practical experience that NCLab training programs provide.

On another note, the vast majority of online training programs ignore industry-recognized certifications and issue you their own certifications, which have questionable value:

“A Coursera certificate alone is unlikely to land you a job.”

— http://resumeworded.com/coursera-certificates-resume-key-advice 

From Enrollment To Employment

Beyond the skills, practical experience, and confidence that you acquire during our learn-by-doing training, our Job Search Service provides you with an AI-assisted Job Search course and one-to-one assistance on your way to a great job.

Employers recognize the quality of our graduates and actively seek them out through our Employer Recruitment Portal.

As a result, many graduates launch their new careers even before completing their training.

 

What Our Trainees Think Of Our Training

Following are the results of a recent survey of trainees who were one and a half months into their training. It makes it clear why almost everyone taking NCLab’s training completes it. 

Question 1: The three pillars of NCLab training are independent self-paced coursework, academic advice, and technical support. How well does this training method work for you overall? 1 = It doesn’t work for me at all. 2 = It does not work very well for me. 3 = I am not sure. 4 = it works quite well for me. 5 = I love it.

Averaged Response:

  • 4.7 (Automation Technician Training)
  • 4.7 (Data Analyst Training Program)
  • 4.6 (Python Developer Training Program)

Question 2: NCLab training involves quite a bit of independent hands-on practice. How would you rate the importance of independent hands-on practice for you personally? 1 = I don’t need hands-on practice to learn. 2 = I would be OK with less hands-on practice. 3 = I am not sure. 4 = hands-on practice is quite important for me. 5 = hands-on practice is extremely important for me.

Averaged Response:

  • 4.7 (Automation Technician Training)
  • 4.8 (Data Analyst Training Program)
  • 4.3 (Python Developer Training Program)

Question 3: If you decide to continue your training with NCLab, a lot of hard work lies ahead. Are you ready to make the commitment? 1 = no. 2 = probably not. 3 = I am not sure. 4 = probably. 5 = absolutely.

Averaged Response:

  • 4.6 (Automation Technician Training)
  • 4.9 (Data Analyst Training Program)
  • 4.8 (Python Developer Training Program)

Beyond the numeric answers to the survey questions, some people chose to also make written comments, many of which further explain why our approach to training works so well.

Added Comments

  • I prefer being self-paced, as I can complete lessons around my schedule. If I require extra assistance, there are resources available to me.
  • I like that I do not have to do the course at a specific time or day because it allows me to work around my other responsibilities.
  • I love self-paced learning. I am able to go as fast or as slow as life circumstances dictate at that time. I don’t have to attach myself to the speed of others, I can just go at my own pace for my own learning needs.
  • I love the freedom to work on the course around my schedule. I don’t think I would be able to do a certificate program like this otherwise.
  • There’s nothing I dislike about independent self-paced learning.
  • I like that if I’m in a section where I’m understanding the material easily, I can move ahead instead of having to wait.  I can’t really think of a downside to this way of learning.
  • I like that the class allows me to work around my own schedule!
  • I can go through material I am familiar with quickly.
  • I’m able to do it whenever. It also allows me to progress in a way such that I’m comfortable. Both are pluses. 
  • I really like to work at my own pace.
  • I prefer working at my own pace. I feel like it sets me up for success.
  • I like that it gives me the freedom to work on stuff when I would like to, though I like the way my academic advisor holds me accountable.
  • Sometimes it can be hard to hold myself accountable but it is good to learn that skill in the real world anyhow.

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What Our Trainees Say About Us

Glenda Billingsley Las Vegas Clark county Library District

I think you guys are simply unbelievably amazing. You are the voice of relevance for libraries, community education, innovation, tech, cross generational learning and more for the 21st century!! Thank you for all you are doing. It’s mind blowing.

Challenging and fun

“This course feels like more of a challenge rather than a class, a lot more fun!” J. S.

Great flexibility

“I love the self-taught aspect of the course supplemented by the teacher. Instruction is excellent. The flexibility is superb.” A. R.

Well organized

“The feature I find most beneficial about this course format is that the notes are always one click away so I don’t need to keep track of writing down my own notes. I also like how we are able to learn at our own pace.” A. L.

Straight to the point

“The most beneficial parts of this hands on course is the ability to access the instructor and the strait-to-the-point lecture and side notes.” E. M.

Perfect teaching method

“As an adult with a busy schedule and the need to work around banking business hours etc.: this method of teaching is perfect for me and I would recommend it for basically anyone on any subject.” F. V.

Superb way to learn

“I really enjoyed the self-paced format of this training program. The material was presented clearly and concisely and allowed me to focus longer on concepts that were difficult, while glancing over concepts I was already familiar with.” A.C.

This is how I like to learn

“This is how I like to learn, at my own pace. I like the bite-sized tutorials and I feel a real sense of accomplishment when I complete the exercises that follow them.” M.J.

Great training!

“I watched videos, read short tutorials, viewed examples, ran demo programs, and then performed exercises that demonstrated my comprehension of the subject matter.” S.L.

I’m enjoying this course a lot

“The problem I have in most classes is that I tend to fall asleep during lectures, so being able to learn at my own pace while I’m most awake is a blessing.” F. T.

The program is great

“I cannot compliment enough any training that involves students actually working on the problems rather than just listening.” A. S.

Compliments to the NCLab team

“Please extend my compliments to the NCLab team if you can, and keep advocating for this type of learning, if at the very least as an option for people like me who learn well this way.” F. A.

NCLab has allowed me to excel in this class

“The quizzes after each section combined with the retakes and the practice problems with solutions make learning the material easy and engaging. I struggle with mental and learning difficulties (anxiety and ADHD) and the fact that the coursework is separated into sections with the quizzes with the retakes really helps. I cannot praise this program enough for how it has helped me process the material even in remote learning.” K.S.

I am thoroughly enjoying the training

“I feel like I am learning a skill, much more than I felt in other courses. The use of repetition, doing programming in pieces, and the entire way the platform is laid out are far superior to how my university teaches their main, introductory, programming courses. It is too bad that the philosophy of academia is standing in its own way.” K.L.

I love it!

“I feel like I am actually LEARNING how to program, and the chunking method of the material is wonderful.” D.A.

Yes!!

“I am really enjoying this course and learning python and I also like the way that it teaches the material. I’m very glad I took this course!” R. B.

Students have a choice

“It made me think that perhaps our educational system needs to offer courses a bit differently. Not as a replacement for traditional instruction, but as something which gives students a choice. The self-paced learn-by-doing materials are so good that students have a choice, to either sit in lectures or to study successfully on their own.” J. S.

I love going to work every day!

“Thank you for giving me the competency and confidence that I needed to get a dream job. With my limited formal education, I had serious doubts that I could master SQL and Python but learning by doing worked perfectly.” G.K.

Heath Christensen Python Developer Graduate

I highly recommend this Python Development Course! As someone determined to transition into the cybersecurity field, I found this training program to be an invaluable asset on my journey.

What sets this course apart is its comprehensive approach to learning. Instead of just passively watching videos, I was immediately thrown into hands on projects from day one. The Instructor Assisted Learning By Doing method, coupled with an AI powered teaching platform, ensured that I was never left struggling on my own. Whether it was coding exercises or theoretical concepts, there was always real time support available, making the learning process incredibly smooth.

The curriculum itself is thoughtfully structured, covering everything from the fundamentals of Python to more advanced topics like data visualization and computer science essentials. Each module builds upon the last, gradually increasing in complexity but always keeping me engaged and motivated.

One of the standout features of this course is the personalized support. From weekly meetings with my coach to instructional support, I always felt like I had someone cheering me on and guiding me through any challenges.

What truly impressed me was the emphasis on practical experience. By the time I completed the course, I not only had a deep understanding of Python but also a portfolio of projects to showcase my skills. And with the option to pursue industry recognized certifications like the PCEP exam, I feel confident in my ability to leverage Python for cybersecurity applications.

If you’re serious about becoming a skilled Python developer and want a training program that delivers results, look no further. NCLab’s career training program is a game changer!

Patrick Frazier SQL Program Graduate

While attending school full-time and interning at the Desert Research Institute, I enrolled in the SQL Developer Training course at NCLab. The flexibility of the course allowed me to balance my studies and internship effectively. The technical support and coaching provided by NCLab were exceptional, helping me reinforce the skills I was gaining at school and through my internship. The staff encouraged self-learning, but were always ready to assist when needed. Weekly coaching calls helped me set realistic goals and stay focused. The course also offered valuable assistance in resume building and job search tips. I highly recommend this program to anyone looking to enhance their SQL skills.

Micaela House Python Developer Graduate

I had the opportunity to work through the Python Developer program and I can’t say enough great things about NCLab. While working through the course, I had the support of many amazing individuals. They gave me all the tools I needed to be successful not only during my time with them, but also afterwards. I can’t recommend NCLab enough!

Adeola Aderinto Python Developer Graduate

Excellent workspace for hands-on lab. Great mentors and coaching system. Thank you NCLab!!!

Jeffrey Grindley Python Developer Graduate

I took the Python Developer Training course through NCLab and couldn’t be happier with my decision. I was working full-time in the Hospitality industry and the NCLab format had the right balance of flexibility and accountability that I needed to see the program through to the end. I had previously taken some self paced courses through Udemy and while they were full of information, they were lacking and I found it hard to stay motivated when my work weeks were sapping all my energy. NCLab provides the same ease of use as many courses you find online, however their technical support and coaching support is where this program really shines for me. Anytime I had a question or was struggling with part of my course, I could reach out to the technical support staff and would have an answer within 24 hours. The answer was not just handed over either, the staff was encouraging and would give me information to help me find the answer on my own. In addition to this level of technical support, they add coaching into the mix. I received a coaching call once a week without fail for the entirety of my course that helped me maintain focus, accountability and also set REALISTIC goals week to week. The technical support and coaching staff are in communication as well, so you always feel like everyone is on the same page. Leading up to and even after graduating, my coach assisted me in building my resume, cover letter and gave me tips for my job search. I felt supported throughout and would highly recommend this program to anyone looking to educate themselves, especially if they are working and need a program that understands that life doesn’t happen on a set schedule!

Jessica Nam Python Developer Graduate

I recently completed the Python Developer Course Program with NCLab and I cannot recommend it highly enough. This program taught me everything I needed to know about programming, even though I am an undergraduate studying computer science at university level. Before starting NCLab, I had very little knowledge about programming and felt unconfident and unsure and could barely finish homework given out in my fundamental CS classes at school. However, NCLab started me out at my correct programming level and paired me with a personal coach whom I met with weekly to discuss my progress.

As a college student, I often struggle with motivation, but NCLab’s coaching system kept me accountable and motivated me to make progress every week. I have taken other online courses before like Udemy and it is difficult to stick to it and follow through sometimes. My coach was the nicest mentor and went above and beyond NCLab, providing me with valuable interview tips that I still use today.

Thanks to NCLab, my programming skills jumped significantly, and by the time I finished the Python course, I had created my very own machine learning chatbot. NCLab’s coaching system and personalized approach helped me to gain confidence and develop my skills at a fast pace.

Overall, NCLab’s Python Developer Course Program is an excellent investment for anyone who wants to learn programming, regardless of their starting level. The personalized coaching, comprehensive curriculum, and supportive community are unparalleled, and I cannot thank NCLab enough for all they have done for me.

Kendra Isabel Data Analyst Learner

I have been working on programs in NCLab and I have learned so much. I have already earned 4 certificates in this programs (2 in computational literacy and 2 in data literacy). This is the most comprehensive, interactive programming course I have ever experienced and it has really developed my skills and knowledge of programming. I love how it teaches the elements of programming incrementally and allows you to master one component before moving on a building on your existing knowledge. The support staff are amazing. You can get real time assistance with anything regarding the program. I really appreciate the flexibility of the program. With the demand of a doctorate program, it can be difficult to carve out time, but this program makes it easy to integrate it into your schedule. I have so many wonderful things to say about NCLab and I am eternally grateful for all that I have been able to learn in this program and I am looking forward to learning more!

Antonio Gomez Data Analyst Graduate

The training provided by NClab was exceptional, and I learned so much from their expertise. The most impactful part of my career training was the hands-on experience that I gained. The practical exercises and real-world projects provided me with the skills to tackle any challenge in my field. I also appreciated the personalized approach to the coaching, with a focus on my individual goals and learning style. Shout out to my coach! I felt supported and encouraged every step of the way. The team was responsive to my needs and provided me with valuable feedback that helped me to grow and develop.

Overall, I highly recommend NClab for anyone looking to enhance their skills and advance their career. Their coaching expertise and practical approach to training make them a standout choice!

Elena Chau Data Analyst Learner

I love the course in how it always challenges me. It doesn’t just give me heavy content, but I have to interact and actively use my skills. My NCLab mentor is always very supportive of me. It is definitely an opportunity worth taking!

Sou Saeteurn Data Analyst Graduate

I recently completed this data analysis training program that has been a game-changer for my professional growth. I enrolled in the program to strengthen my skills, expand my knowledge, and explore potential career transitions, all while managing a full-time job. Thanks to the incredible support I received throughout the journey, I was able to stay on track and reach my goals.

My career advisor played a pivotal role in this experience. He worked closely with me to refine my resume, optimize my LinkedIn profile, and build a polished portfolio that showcases my data analysis projects. His personalized guidance gave me a much clearer sense of how to position myself in the job market and highlight my strengths effectively.

My coach was also an essential part of my success. She provided consistent support, helped me navigate the course schedule, and ensured I had the resources I needed to stay focused and motivated.

The curriculum itself was well-structured and hands-on, giving me a solid foundation in key data analysis tools and concepts. I left the program with both the technical skills and the career readiness to take meaningful next steps.

If you’re looking to grow in the field of data or considering a career shift, I highly recommend this program, especially with the kind of dedicated support I received.

Sofia Elliott Data Analyst Graduate

Learning with NCLab was a very gratifying experience. It was daunting to be back in school after so long, there were definitely challenges. However, the amazing people at NCLab helped me feel guided and supported through the learning process. Here goes a shout out to NCLab, thanks so much!

 

 

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