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Work-Integrated Program Options

Immersive work-integrated programs that build adaptable careers in tech through rigor, mentorship, and applied work experience.

AI Engineering Immersive

18 months | Full tuition is covered by earnings

Work-integrated program designed for those with no development experience.

Program includes software engineering + AI foundation.

Paid apprenticeship starts in month 5. Gain experience and cover the full cost of your tuition.

Accelerated AI Engineering Immersive

14 months | Earn $14,100 beyond tuition cost

Work-integrated program built for engineers who already have a production stack and need AI credibility.

Gain paid, production experience from day 1.

Get credit for the skillset you bring and come out financially ahead of the tuition costs.

Cyber Engineering Immersive

18 months | Full tuition is covered by earnings

Work-integrated program designed for those with no development experience.

Program includes software engineering + cybersecurity foundation.

Paid apprenticeship starts in month 5. Gain experience and cover the full cost of your tuition.

Accelerated Cyber Engineering Immersive

14 months | Earn $14,100 beyond tuition cost

Work-integrated program built for engineers who already have a production stack and need cybersecurity credibility.

Gain paid, production experience from day 1.

Get credit for the skillset you bring and come out financially ahead of the tuition costs.

Program Overview

Duration

Apprenticeship
Starts

Entry
Requirement

AI Engineering Immersive
18 months
Month 5
None
Accelerated AI Engineering Immersive
14 months
Day 1
Software engineering experience required

Cyber Engineering Immersive

18 months

Month 5

None

Accelerated Cyber Engineering Immersive

14 months

Day 1

Software engineering experience required

Program

Cost Structure

Program

Tuition
Commitment

Apprenticeship Earnings*

Net Earnings
After Tuition

AI Engineering Immersive
$19,500
$19,500
Full tuition is covered by earnings
Accelerated AI Engineering Immersive
$11,900
$26,000
+$14,100 earnings throughout the program

Cyber Engineering Immersive

$19,500

$19,500

Full tuition is covered by earnings

Accelerated Engineering Immersive

$11,900

$26,000

+$14,100 earnings throughout the program

*Apprenticeship earnings are directly tied to the apprenticeship portion of the program which is a 20 hrs/week commitment. Earnings are calculated based on fulfilling the 20 hrs/week commitment for the entire duration of the apprenticeship.

Work-integrated programs have a structured tuition payment plan with the tuition payment plan aligning with the schedule of apprenticeship earnings. Certificate program tuition can be paid in full, in installments, or financed.
Speak with our Admissions team to find out more.

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Quick Check: Do You Qualify for Accelerated?

The Accelerated program is built for experienced software engineers who want real production experience, not tutorials. Skip the foundations. Go straight into AI or cybersecurity. Keep your momentum.

You Qualify for the Accelerated Program if You:

✔️ Have midlevel or higher experience in frontend, backend, or full-stack engineering

✔️ Are comfortable in production coding environments

✔️ Feel your current specialization may not compound in today's market

✔️ Want to transition into AI/ML or cybersecurity roles without losing seniority or momentum

✔️ Can commit 40 hrs/week (coursework + apprenticeship)

✔️ Authorized to work in the U.S.

You Should Take the Full Immersive Program if You:

✔️ Are new to software engineering or come from a non-technical career background

✔️ Need to build foundational software engineering skills before diving into AI or cybersecurity

✔️ Can commit 40 hrs/week

✔️ Authorized to work in the U.S.

Why Choose Work-Integrated

You Learn. You Earn. You Advance.

Most programs ask you to pause your life to learn. Ours asks you to start building it sooner. You will gain experience through paid apprenticeship: doing real work, earning income, and applying what you’re learning in production-aligned environments.

Train to Evolve. Build to Last.

We train you to evolve into builders who create leverage in a world of accelerating systems. Not just one role. Not just one stack. A compounding foundation that moves with the market and holds under pressure.

One Program. Two Pathways.

Whether you’re switching careers entirely or you’re a practicing engineer moving into AI, there’s a track built to your starting point. Immersive builds your foundational skills first. The Accelerated track puts you in apprenticeship from day one.

How It Works

Step 1: Apply

Submit your application.

Step 2: Behavioral Interview

A 30-minute behavioral interview with a member of our admissions team.

Step 3: Aptitude Assessment

A 15-minute timed test to assess your problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Step 4: Technical Interview — Accelerated Only

A 30-minute interview to assess your coding skills and see if you qualify for accelerated.

Step 5: Receive an Offer

Limited spots are offered to qualified candidates.

Step 6: Enroll & Match

We match you with an employer based on your skillset.

Step 7: Learn & Earn

Start your program.

Not sure where you fit? We’re here to help.

Schedule a call with our Admissions team to get guidance on our programs and find a path that will help you reach your goals.

Alumni stories

Don’t Take It From Us.

"Don’t ever give up on yourself. There will be many long days and even longer nights studying. It’s not an easy program, but it’s worth the blood, sweat, and tears when it’s over."

Ruth Burger
Cybersecurity Bootcamp, Class of 2023

“When I found Flatiron School, I was excited about the opportunity to level up my coding skills and gain a deeper understanding of machine learning and AI."

Kendall McNeil
Data Science Bootcamp, Class of 2023

“My favorite part of the program was definitely the experience throughout, understanding something that was so foreign to me was an experience I hadn’t really ever achieved through conventional education."

Tony Lopez
Cybersecurity Bootcamp, Class of 2022

“Flatiron School had the best combination of course materials, commitment length, and remote flexibility. I chose the full-time data science bootcamp and focused all my energy there for six months.”

Chuck Utterback
Data Science Bootcamp, Class of 2021

Our Students Go on to Work at
the Top Companies

Upcoming Course Start Dates

New courses start the first Monday of every month.

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FAQs

Can I study part-time while keeping my current job?

Yes. The AI & Data Science Certificate (Part-Time) is designed exactly for this. At 20 hours per week over 15 months, you can stay fully employed while building AI fluency at a sustainable pace. It’s built for working professionals who want to upskill into AI and add technical depth to an existing career without stepping away from their current role.

How does the apprenticeship work in work-integrated programs?

Flatiron facilitates the employer match. You’ll work approximately 20 hours per week in a production-aligned environment alongside your coursework. Apprenticeships are paid and supervised by a workplace supervisor.

How do I know if I qualify for the Accelerated track?

If you have production coding experience – frontend, backend, or full-stack, and you feel the pressure of AI reshaping what it means to be a strong engineer, you likely qualify. This isn’t a beginner course; it’s a rigorous upskilling path for engineers who don’t want to lose momentum. Speak with an Admissions rep to confirm. If you don’t have that background, the Work-Integrated: AI Engineering Immersive is the right work-integrated option for you.

Do I need prior experience to apply?

Most programs have no prerequisites. You just need to be 18+, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and have English proficiency. Whether you’re a recent grad, someone transitioning from a non-technical field, or a working professional looking to pivot, you’re eligible. The one exception is the Accelerated AI Engineering Immersive, which requires existing software engineering experience (midlevel or higher) because it’s built for engineers who are already in production environments.

What’s the difference between a certificate program and a work-integrated program?

Certificate programs are purely educational. You learn, build a portfolio, and graduate ready for the job search. If you’re entering the workforce or transitioning from a non-technical field and want a clear, structured path, this is for you. Work-integrated programs combine coursework with a paid apprenticeship, so you gain work experience and income during the program. This is a strong fit for professionals who need income continuity during a pivot, or experienced engineers who want production AI exposure from day one. Both award the same professional certificate upon completion.

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