FAQ.

The bootcamp educational model is built very differently from the ones you experienced in high school and/or university. Lighthouse Labs practices a flipped, immersive model of education that puts the emphasis on the development of practical skills through building real-world applications using an incremental and cumulative collection of tools and best practices.

Lectures take up a maximum of two and a half hours in any given day, with another eight to ten hours being spent each day working in a lab setting. You can expect to introduce yourself to new concepts through readings and exercises, getting your knowledge bolstered and backfilled with lectures throughout the week.

Lighthouse Labs is accredited by British Columbia PTIB #03874, Alberta PCC #304840, and certified by Canada department of ESDC #7009 and with Revenue QC #20-09-4126, EQA (Education Quality Assurance), and with Educanada. You're here to learn, let us worry about the paperwork.

While our philosophy isn’t based around credentials and instead seeks to set you up with the tools you need to be a lifelong effective, adaptive, and curious learner throughout your career — we do award Bootcamp and Flex Program digital diplomas upon graduation.

Think about it this way, the Intro to Web Development course covers the breadth of Web Development including both front-end and back-end, while the Intro to Front-End with JavaScript course deals solely in front-end development in greater depth. If you want to get a good understanding of how teams web technologies work and gain a better way to communicate with developers, then take the Intro to Web Development Course. However, if you want to learn more front-end skills like learning how to style websites and gain a more practical skillset, then the Intro to Front-End with JavaScript course should be your pick.

There is no right or wrong choice but they provide different outcomes based on what you are looking to gain out of the course.

Ask yourself: "Do I want to work as a professional developer?"

If the answer is 'yes', then there is no question that the full-time development bootcamp is the program you need.

The goal of our bootcamp is to transform you into a professional full-stack developer. You’ll come to understand coding logic, and learn how to think like a dev by building software from the ground up using industry-relevant technologies. Our program will provide you with mentorship, data-driven curriculum and a top notch learning environment that will launch you into your first junior developer role.

If the answer is 'not sure', taking our part-time course might be the best option.

Our Intro to Web Development and Front End Fundamentals with JavaScript courses are excellent for:

• People interested in learning how to code
• People interested in learning how to communicate with a development team
• People looking to gain career skills to help in a hybrid role
• People interested in learning if they enjoy development before taking our Bootcamp

You can read more on the subject in our blog post: Full-time vs. Part-time: Which Program Is For Me?

Absolutely! Many of our students come from technical backgrounds, including people with Computer Science and Engineering degrees, and even people who currently work as developers. Our curriculum is designed with stretch goals to challenge students of all levels. You will also be surrounded by lots of seasoned developers and data scientists who will be pushing you out of your comfort zone, so trust us that there will be plenty of challenges – our unofficial motto is “get comfortable being uncomfortable”.

While the program is geared towards people of all levels, it takes dedication, grit and perseverance to handle a program of this pace and intensity. Our goal is to push everyone to their maximum learning experience in a 30 week period, and advanced students who have come to Lighthouse Labs have grown exponentially in the intense time frame.

Yes! Many organizations have sent their employees to us to upgrade their technical skills.

Whether you're looking for an Intro Course in Web Development or Data Analytics to better arm your team with the skills to communicate with technical audiences or enrolling your team in a complete Bootcamp or Flex Program to reskill into new tech roles, we have solutions for you.

We can also build custom curriculum for your organization. If you need niche technical or development training for your team, please get in touch via [email protected].

We have many tech professionals who have worked in Canada’s tech community for many years. We also have many mentors on board that also have years of experience working and mentoring in the industry. We also have a senior educator who supervises all our curriculum to guarantee a smooth learning curve.

Before registering into the program of your interest you must verify if you meet the English Language Proficiency requirement.

• Duolingo English Test 110 or higher
• TOEFL iBT score of 90 or higher (TOEFL Paper score – 575 or higher)
• IELTS Academic score 6.5 or higher
• Cambridge exam equivalency: Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)

Our Web Developer Work Study Bootcamp is designed to work with international students busy schedules of school, part-time work and living in a new city - all over 30 weeks. Students will become familiar with the fundamentals of web dev concepts and techniques like Javascript, HTML and CSS, HTTP, Ruby on Rails, and more. This program will prepare you to work as a Front-end Developer and in any general web developer position.

No formal education is required to being admitted to Lighthouse Labs! While having some coding knowledge or technical experience always helps, your background does not matter as much as a genuine interest in code, data science, or cybersecurity and a raw determination to succeed in this challenging environment. A passion for tech and a little bit of grit can be all that's needed to succeed!

The prep work is there to help you do the groundwork and prepare for success before Day One of Bootcamp. Each student is required to complete the prep modules at least one week before starting Bootcamp. The program is really 14 weeks long, as we consider the prep modules to be two weeks of full-time work on top of the 12 weeks of bootcamp. However, you can jump into the Prep Modules as soon as you are confirmed into the program, so we recommend that you use all the extra time to make sure you get through all the prep with plenty of time to spare.

*Please note that for Alberta residents the program extends to 16 weeks long with 4 weeks of prep modules

There are many ways Lighthouse Labs is unique. Our niche is delivering digital skills training that’s accelerated, personalized, and outcomes-oriented. Everything we do is geared towards finding the best ways to connect students with better careers.

• We have a rigorous admissions process, and will only admit potential students who pass the logic and tech tests during the application process.
• Our curriculums are built by industry professionals to teach industry relevant technologies, and are constantly updated to stay on top of development trends.
• You’ll spend a few hours in live lectures during the day (this varies between programs and delivery formats). Afterwards, you’ll work on related projects, practising what you’ve learned, and getting feedback and support from mentors, instructors, and fellow classmates.
• Speaking of, we are strong believers in the power of mentorship. At Lighthouse, you’ll be supported by a huge community of industry professionals. Our mentors are full-time developers, data analysts, or cybersecurity professionals who are available throughout the day and on weekends to support your progress through bootcamp.
• We also do regular testing, and collect daily feedback from our students and communities to constantly improve our student experience. Our community consists of over 5000 alumni, mentors, and community partners that help our students stay on the pulse of innovation in the tech ecosphere.
• We have an experienced Career Services team that is obsessed with connecting students to the right employers and helping alumni boost their careers long after they’ve graduated. They’ve also achieved an 85% employment rate for our job-seeking graduates, with 82% finding employment within 180 days post-program. To learn more about our graduate employment rates and how our career services sets us apart, check out our Student Outcomes Report.

Our admissions process is designed to ensure applicants are well-prepared for bootcamp. The Standard Admissions Process is as follows:

Pass the Logic Test – A 15-minute cognitive assessment focused on problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Complete an Interview – If you pass the Logic Test, you will advance to the final stage, which is a one-on-one interview. This is an opportunity for us to get to know you better and answer any questions about the program. Complete the Prep Modules – Once accepted, you are required to complete program-specific Prep Modules at least one week before bootcamp starts. These modules cover foundational concepts and help ensure you're set up for success. While we estimate that Prep is two weeks of full-time work, you can start as soon as you're confirmed in the program—so we highly recommend applying early to give yourself plenty of time to prepare.

For further details on specific admissions requirements for your program, please email [email protected].

Additional Requirements by Province

Ontario:

Minimum age of 18+ years or proof of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent.

Ontario Superintendent approved qualifying test. Domestic applicants must pass the Logic Test.

Alberta:

Standard Admission:

Proof of Alberta high school graduation (verified by transcript) or equivalent.

Or successful completion of the General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.).

Mature Admission:

Minimum age of 18+ years

Successful completion of the Logic Test

Pass the interview

Quebec:

Minimum age of 18+ years or proof of high school graduation or equivalent.

British Columbia and All Areas Outside Ontario, Alberta, and Quebec:

Minimum age of 19+ years or proof of high school graduation.

English Language Requirements

If your first language is not English and you did not complete secondary or post secondary school within Canada, you must meet one of the following English proficiency requirements:

Duolingo English Test: 110 or higher

TOEFL iBT: 90 or higher (TOEFL Paper score – 575 or higher)

IELTS Academic: 6.5 or higher

Cambridge Exam: Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)

Completed Post-Secondary Education in Canada in English – If you’ve completed a post-secondary program in Canada taught in English, this fulfills the English proficiency requirement.

For our Bootcamps, we recommend you apply 6-10 weeks before your desired start date as our cohorts start on a rolling basis. The more time you have to complete your Prep Modules and stretch goals, the better! For our intro part-time courses, we recommend you register and pay your deposit as early as possible to secure your spot - classes are often full a few weeks before the start date.

There is a prep work module you are required to complete before attending bootcamp, and we always recommend you go above and beyond the prep work to prepare yourself as much as possible! The more coding practice you have before attending the program, the happier you will be.

Aside from practicing your tech skills, there are two things you can do which will set you up for success in the program. The first is to make sure you are comfortable with getting yourself into a productive, focused mindset. The ability to do this is a differentiating factor when it comes to success in the program. Students who are able to put themselves into a mindset that is productive and focused have an easier time adapting to the schedule and also are better at absorbing new material. Some people work best with headphones, some need quiet, some can just throw a mental switch. Find what works for you and get in the routine of doing it.

At Lighthouse Labs, we want to make sure we’re setting you up for success. Our students seek out growth and challenges, and they are willing to work hard to achieve their goals. A student’s aptitude for learning the technical skills required to succeed in our programs is also extremely important and we find those answers through the technical and logic assessments that are part of your application process.

Those are the only requirements: our students come from all kinds of backgrounds and walks of life. Neuroscientists, accountants, teachers, and musicians have all passed through our programs.

You can learn more about our admissions process on our admissions page.

Our bootcamps run year round, most on a rolling basis. Our part-time courses run every 6-12 weeks.

Visit our website and check your desired program page regularly to check our upcoming start dates.

Pro tip: you can see all upcoming start dates when submitting your application.

If you are waitlisted for one of our programs, the admissions team will contact you ASAP when a new spot becomes available. If no spots open up, and the class is still full on the course start date, we will be in touch to either transfer you to our next available cohort or refund your deposit (whichever you prefer!).

Our goal is to get you job ready and employed as quickly as possible. By accelerating your learning into 12 weeks, you can start your new career ASAP. We strongly believe that your first year after bootcamp will be where you do the most learning - so while we could cram more coding knowledge into your brain, we don't want you to twiddle your thumbs when you could be tapping on keys, making $$ and gaining real experience as a developer or analyst.

12 weeks has proven to be the ideal balance to absorb the material, practice your skills and prepare for your job hunt, all while maintaining the pace, intensity and immersive nature of bootcamp.

As our programs are online only, international students living outside of Canada are not required to apply for a study permit for enrollment. However, if you plan to study and live in Canada for the duration of the Flex Program (18-30 weeks), you will require a visa. Lighthouse Labs is not able to provide study visas of any kind, and we recommend that you verify the specific requirements for a study permit with a licensed immigration consultant.

Lighthouse Labs does not provide immigration advice or support.

Your next career move should take your existing skills, interests, goals, and experiences into consideration. You already possess specific skills like problem-solving, creativity, or leadership that can be leveraged into your ideal tech career. All that's missing are the right tech skills: this is where Lighthouse Labs comes in, equipping you with the necessary tools to succeed. We put together the Tech Skills Quiz that aligns your abilities with the best tech career choice and which program to take to get there. Take the quiz today and discover your perfect tech career match.

There are many ways Lighthouse Labs is unique. Our niche is web, data, and cybersecurity. Everything we do is geared towards finding the best ways to deliver web, data, and cybersecurity related education.

• We have a rigorous admissions process, and will only admit potential students who we believe are able to thrive in an intensive learning environment.
• Our curriculum is built by subject matter experts to teach industry relevant technologies, and is constantly iterated to stay on top of industry trends. We <3 data-driven education.
• We are strong believers in the power of mentorship. At Lighthouse, you'll be supported by a community of over 80 industry experts. We have on-demand mentorship, and our mentors are full-time tech professionals who are available throughout the day and on weekends to support your progress in bootcamp.
• We also do regular testing, and collect daily feedback from our students to constantly improve our student experience. Our community consists of over 4,000 alumni, mentors, and community partners that help our students stay on the pulse of innovation in the tech community.

Due to the content covered in our programs, we would require students to meet our language requirements before applying to enroll in our web courses.

Our English requirements are as follows:.

• Duolingo English Test 110 or higher
• TOEFL iBT score of 90 or higher (TOEFL Paper score – 575 or higher)
• IELTS Academic score 6.5 or higher
• Cambridge exam equivalency: Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)

Upon acceptance, we will provide you with a Letter Of Acceptance (LOA), a required part of the Study Permit process. But we aren’t legally able to provide visa support services.

YES, we are a Designated Learning Institution under the BC Ministry of Advanced Education DLI# 110684673337, and the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities DLI# O269318935102.

Lighthouse Labs is also a Designated Educational institution and certified by the Ministry of Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).

We are registered with British Columbia Ministry of Advanced Education PTIB #03874, Alberta Ministry of Advanced Education PCC #304840, and certified by BC EQA (Education Quality Assurance), and with EduCanada.

Immigration requirements change regularly, so please visit the Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) website at www.cic.gc.ca for the most up-to-date information. Lighthouse Labs does not assist with immigration needs.

Please be aware that international students who graduate from diploma programs at Private Career Colleges (including Lighthouse Labs) are not currently eligible to receive a Post-Graduate Work Permit. While we are hoping that this policy may change in the future, if you are seeking a Post Graduate Work Permit, we recommend you research and consider a publicly funded college. We have many international students that study with us for various other reasons outside of receiving a PGWP.

Our admissions process for international students follows the same steps as for all candidates. The price of the program is the same for international students as it is for Canadian residents.

Here’s what you can expect:

1. Submit Your Online Application: Complete the online application, where you'll introduce yourself, share your background, and explain why you're interested in the program.

2. Logic Assessment: After your application is reviewed, successful candidates will complete a 15-minute logic assessment that evaluates your problem-solving and critical thinking skills. This assessment can only be completed once and must be finished within 3 days of receiving the link. Previous tech experience is not necessary.

3. Interview: Once you pass the logic assessment, our admissions team will invite you to a 30-minute video interview. This is your chance to discuss your goals, ask questions about the program, and determine if Lighthouse Labs is the right fit for you. During the interview, you’ll also need to provide proof of your language proficiency, which can be met with one of the following:

Duolingo English Test: 110 or higher

TOEFL iBT: 90 or higher (TOEFL Paper score: 575 or higher)

IELTS Academic: 6.5 or higher

Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)

1. Enroll & Prep for Bootcamp: Once accepted, you’ll submit a deposit to reserve your spot, and the rest of the tuition is due 2 weeks before your start date. Before bootcamp begins, all students are required to complete 70 hours of prep modules, which must be finished at least 1 week before the first day of bootcamp.

Visa: If you're planning to study and live in Canada for the Flex Program (18-30 weeks), you will need a study permit. Lighthouse Labs does not provide visa services, so please verify the requirements with a licensed immigration consultant.

For any questions about your situation or the process, reach out to your assigned Learning Advisor or Enrollment Coordinator for personalized support. Or if you have not yet applied send an email to [email protected]

We offer mentorship on weekdays. There is limited mentorship available during the weekend and no mentorship available on Friday nights. Please keep in mind that mentor availability are dependent on both the time of the day and the day of the week, so you can count on having mentors when you most need them, particularly in the early afternoon and on heavier days.

We <3 our alumni! Lighthouse grads are always welcome (and highly encouraged) to come back to work in our space, attend workshops + Demo Days, mentor current students, or just say hello (some even come back to bake us cookies ^_^).

Alumni have the entire Lighthouse Labs community at their disposal, including dedicated Slack channels, first dibs on event tickets, ongoing career support and mentorship with no expiry date.

Congrats! There is 40-80 hours of prep work modules you are required to complete before attending bootcamp, and we always recommend you go above and beyond the prep work to prepare yourself as much as possible. The more coding practice you have before attending the program, the happier you will be.

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Yes, students can connect with an experienced mentor 1:1 to talk through their questions or issues to receive guidance and support for their specific needs.

Mentors come from just about every background you can think of. Some have been in the tech industry for many years, others joined more recently. Some are self-taught, some have a traditional education, and others are Lighthouse Labs alumni or come from a similar bootcamp background.

Mentors help students with both technical and non-technical questions. They coach students through tough coding, data, or cyber-related problems, as well as sharing tips for job interviews, professional presentations, and how to communicate their concerns clearly. Mentors at Lighthouse Labs are also the newest (and sometimes the first) members of students’ professional network for their new careers in tech.

Our mentors come from various walks of tech life and dedicate part of their week to helping students in a variety of ways, from figuring out glitches to tips for landing that first job interview. Mirroring a workplace relationship between a junior and a technical lead, students can reach out to receive 1:1 on-demand support. Through mentoring, students learn effective communication and other soft skills that set them up for long-term career success.

If you’d like to become a mentor and help our students succeed in their tech career, check out our careers page for open positions.

At Lighthouse Labs our guiding belief is that over 80% of training will be learned on the job, and the first year of working as a developer, data analyst or cybersecurity professional can be seen as paid high-intensity training. Our dedicated Career Services team is here to connect our students with their new roles. They work with all students to identify their career goals, and help them jump from classroom into the real world ASAP to continue honing their skills.

Your ability to work in Canada depends entirely on your eligibility to obtain a work visa independently or find an employer willing to sponsor you. Unfortunately, Lighthouse Labs is legally unable to assist with work visas. Your ability to secure one will depend on factors such as your educational background, professional experience, desired job type, and country of origin.

We strongly encourage you to research your own immigration options by consulting Canadian Citizenship and Immigration or speaking with a licensed immigration lawyer as early as possible.

Our Career Services team will discuss your individual situation and create a plan to support your job search, whether in Canada or abroad. If you are not legally eligible to work in Canada, we cannot directly connect you with employers, but we can assist with resume workshops, technical interview coaching, and networking strategies to help you navigate the job market.

Absolutely! Our Career Services team will work with you to find the perfect fit your organization's needs. Our grads are sought-after, highly-adaptable tech professionals. A combination of our rigorous admissions process, tests and mentorship, guarantees our graduates are setup for success and are eager to contribute to your team from day one.

100% of our focus is on producing high quality junior web developement, data and cybersecurity professionals who can continously learn. Visit our Employers Page or get in touch for more information!

More than 1,200 organizations have hired our grads! You can learn more about our hiring partners on our employers page.

None. Nada. We're proud to introduce our grads to our hiring partners and provide employers with a pool of top talent. If you are looking for a developer, data analyst or cybersecurity professional to join your team, check out our employers page.

Your employment prospects are excellent however the law prevents us from making guarantees to students of employment after the Bootcamp. Lighthouse Labs operates within the law and mandatory standards set out by the Ministry of Advanced Education’s Private Training Institution Branch.

Workshops:

• Resume Writing Workshop
• Interview Workshop
• Intro to Careers
• Access to LHL Alumni job resource site for life*
• 1:1 Resume editing
• 1:1 Career Consultation

Post Bootcamp

• Employer outreach on student behalf
• Employer-matching service
• Networking on students behalf
• Post-bootcamp workshops
• Post-bootcamp mentor hours
• Lifetime Career services support

Career Services is an integral part of the Lighthouse Labs experience. The team gives you access to our employer network and our impressive lineup of employer partners, including Telus, Many Hats, Digital Lab (BC Children’s Hospital), Bell, and hundreds more. Career Services also makes the stressful and time-consuming job-hunting process easier with personalized career matching and networking events. Most importantly, Career Services is FOR LIFE. Yup, as long as you’re a Lighthouse Labs alum (a.k.a. forever), you have access to the team’s guidance; whether it be how to apply for that senior position a few years down the road or shifting industries, the team has your back, always. For these reasons, Career Services is included in the cost of the program and can’t be opted out of.

With Career Services at Lighthouse Labs, you get lifetime access to personalized support systems that ensure your education investment translates to a successful career. From Interview and Resume Workshops to Employer Matching and Outreach services, our Career Services team will remain on call to support your career journey whenever you need them. Career Services gives you access to the full suite of personalized support services that include:
- Intro to Career Services Workshop
- Resume Writing Workshop
- Interview Workshop
- Participate in Demo Day
- Access to LHL Alumni Job Resource Site for life
- 1:1 Resume Editing
- 1:1 Career Consultation
- Employer Outreach on students behalf
- Employer Matching service
- Networking on students behalf
- Post Bootcamp Workshops
- Post Bootcamp mentor hours
- Career Services support for life

No. Career Services at Lighthouse Labs is an all-inclusive value-added service available to all Bootcamp and Flex program students at no extra cost for the rest of their working careers.

Career Services is only available to students of Bootcamp and Flex programs at Lighthouse Labs. Please check your program page to confirm access.

You may be eligible to work in Canada while studying, if your study permit includes a condition that says you can work on or off campus. You must also meet all the other requirements, such as only starting to work in Canada when your studies begin. For the most up to date information please visit Immigarion and Citizenship website here.

After your studies, your employability in Canada is completely dependent on you being able to independently obtain a work visa or find an employer who is willing to sponsor you. Unfortunately, we are legally unable to help you obtain a work visa and in our experience, it can be very challenging for employers to successfully sponsor students right out of bootcamp. Obtaining a work visa is completely dependent on your unique situation, including your educational or professional background, the type of job you want, and the country you are coming from.

We encourage you to become an expert in your own immigration by contacting Canadian Citizenship and Immigration or an immigration lawyer as early as possible.

If you are unable to work in Canada, we are not able to directly connect you with employers, but we are still happy to support you through resume workshops, technical interviewing coaching, and networking tips.

Yes! Our Career Services team can support your job search in any of the major cities which we operated a physical campus in prior to COVID. We can also assist with your job search to find a remote role from anywhere within Canada.

Yes! With the huge shift to remote work since the start of COVID, our Career Services team has been seeing more and more remote opportunities. For students located outside of major Canadian cities, the focus of your job search will be on remote work.

The Career Services team sticks by you from the very start of your program until long after. During your time at Lighthouse Labs, Career Services provides résumé and interview prep, career consultations, and workshops. Most importantly, they work as a go-between, connecting students with our 4000+ employer network and taking the guesswork out of job hunting. And it doesn’t stop there; after graduation Lighthouse Labs alumni have access to Career Services FOR LIFE, meaning you can come back for relevant career advice at any point in your career. Check out our Student Outcomes Report for a more detailed look at how Career Services supports our job-seeking graduates.

Only Bootcamp and Flex Program students are eligible for Career Services.

Our Career Services team is here to assist students in their career prep during the bootcamp and support alumni on their job hunt post-bootcamp. If you haven’t worked in the industry before, don’t have contacts in the field you are studying in or would like support as you transition from another career - that is what our Career Services team is here for!

So you can always come back to us when you’re looking to make the next step in your career or if you ever find yourself unemployed.

Bootcamp

Once you are accepted into a cohort, your place in the program will only be reserved once we have received your deposit. Deposits can be paid by credit card, and we are able to accept cheques, wire transfers, e-transfer, credit card (3% user fee), or bank drafts for the remainder of your tuition. Your tuition is due 2 weeks before the start of the bootcamp.

Part-Time Classes

Deposits can be paid by credit card (3% user fee), and we are able to accept cheques, wire transfers, or bank drafts for the remainder of your tuition. You can also E-transfer the fund to [email protected] and your tuition is due 1 week before the start of the class.

You are required to pay your deposit to secure your spot in the program, and your tuition is due 2 weeks before the start of your on-site, in-class bootcamp.

If you are in BC, Ontario, or Alberta, you can withdraw RESPs and RRSPs to pay for your tuition. FYI, if you plan to withdraw RESP or RRSP funds you will need a confirmation of enrolment document from Lighthouse Labs first - so please keep that in mind. If you have other questions about withdrawing your RESPS or RRSPs, please get in touch.

Windmill Microlending is a national charity that offers low-interest loans of up to $15,000 to skilled newcomers to help pay for the credentials, licensing, retraining or professional development needed to achieve career success in Canada. For more information, please visit https://windmillmicrolending.org/lighthouselabs/

Yes! We'll issue a T2202A for you to claim your tuition for any full-time program or part-time program on your tax return.

Lighthouse Labs is a privately registered educational institution in four Canadian provinces. To comply with the unique regulations of each province, we have four distinct refund policies:

Bootcamp Refund Policy - Alberta
Bootcamp Refund Policy - British Columbia
Bootcamp Refund Policy - Ontario
Bootcamp Refund Policy - Quebec
Part-time Programs Refund Policy

Yes! Our Web Development Bootcamp is approved for Student Aid in Vancouver and Calgary. If you’re a resident of British Columbia or Alberta, you may be eligible for financial assistance. For more information or to apply online, you can visit the StudentAid website for British Columbia or Alberta.

The primary NOC for Web Development is NOC 2175. The primary NOC for Data Science is NOC 2172.

These are Skill Level A NOCs, but keep in mind that the NOC code for your program is related to your job duties and the work you will do. Employers often hire our bootcamp grads into Skill Level B-blended roles as NOC 2283 (info systems testing tech), NOC 2282 (user support), and NOC 2281 (network technicians), that include skills from NOC 2175 (web designer and developer) and NOC 2172 (database analyst and administrator). Depending upon your career aspirations and your background, you may pick whatever Skill Level A or Skill Level B NOC code that best matches your goals. Click here to find your NOC.

Depending on your province and the program you are applying for, Provincial Student Aid may be available to you.

Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP):
• Web Development Immersive Bootcamp and Flex Program
• Data Science Immersive Bootcamp
• Cybersecurity Immersive Bootcamp

Student Aid Alberta:
• Web Development Immersive Bootcamp and Flex Program
• Data Science Immersive Bootcamp and Flex Program

Student Aid BC:
• Web Development Immersive Bootcamp and Flex Program
• Data Science Immersive Bootcamp and Flex Program
• Cybersecurity Immersive Bootcamp

Don't see your province here? Your program might still be eligible for Provincial Student Aid. Please contact our Admissions Team to find out. Don't see the program you are applying for in your province? Our Provincial Aid eligibility is constantly being updated, so please contact our Admissions Team for the most up-to-date information.

Consult the specific program page for an overview of these details!

At Lighthouse Labs, we believe that programming is a craft and therefore we focus on those who endeavour to be a master of their field.

Our other guiding belief is that 80% of your training will be learned on the job, and your first year working as a developer or data analyst can be seen as paid high-intensity training. With that in mind, we believe that training students is about providing the right skills so you jump into their new careers. Our program isn’t designed to teach everything you need to know to become an expert — that takes years of practice. It’s designed to teach you just enough to successfully start a profession and continue learning throughout your career.

Learn more about this in our Education Philosophies blog post.

Both bootcamp and flex cover the same material. Students of both will become familiar with the fundamentals of web dev concepts and techniques like Javascript, HTML and CSS, HTTP, Ruby on Rails, and more. The key difference between these programs is the structure. Web Flex is a less concentrated program over a longer stretch of time, whereas Web Bootcamp is more concentrated. These two programs both exist to accommodate a wider variety of student lifestyles and priorities, so that students can strike a balance that works for them without compromising on quality.

Both these programs exist so as to accommodate students’ lifestyles and priorities. If you’re currently working in a position that you want to continue while training, we recommend you enroll in the less concentrated Flex Program. This is also a great option if you’re a parent or caregiver with substantial childcare duties. If you want to get started with your new career as soon as possible, and don’t want to wait 30 weeks, the Bootcamp is the better option for you. This is also a good fit if you have priorities to attend to half a year down the road.

The bootcamp educational model is built very differently from the ones you experienced in high school and/or university. Lighthouse Labs practices a flipped, immersive model of education that puts the emphasis on the development of practical skills through building real-world applications using an incremental and cumulative collection of tools and best practices.

Lectures take up a maximum of two and a half hours in any given day, with another eight to ten hours being spent each day working in a lab setting. You can expect to introduce yourself to new concepts through readings and exercises, getting your knowledge bolstered and backfilled with lectures throughout the week.

Both bootcamps and flex programs cover the same material. Students of both will become familiar with their chosen program's fundamental concepts and techniques. The key difference between these delivery formats is the structure. A Flex program has lectures two days a week over a more extended period of time, whereas a Bootcamp is a more intense, full-time experience. These two programs accommodate a wider variety of student lifestyles, priorities, and preferred learning paces so that students can strike a balance that works for them without compromising on quality.

Yes! You don’t need any experience in coding or computer science to succeed in our Web Development Program and be connected to employment afterwards. This program will provide you with everything you need to work as a professional web developer.

Only Bootcamp and Flex Program students are eligible for Career Services.

Depending on your province and the program you are applying for, Provincial Student Aid may be available to you.

Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP):
• Web Development Immersive Bootcamp and Flex Program
• Data Science Immersive Bootcamp
• Cybersecurity Immersive Bootcamp

Student Aid Alberta:
• Web Development Immersive Bootcamp and Flex Program
• Data Science Immersive Bootcamp and Flex Program

Student Aid BC:
• Web Development Immersive Bootcamp and Flex Program
• Data Science Immersive Bootcamp and Flex Program
• Cybersecurity Immersive Bootcamp

Don't see your province here? Your program might still be eligible for Provincial Student Aid. Please contact our Admissions Team to find out. Don't see the program you are applying for in your province? Our Provincial Aid eligibility is constantly being updated, so please contact our Admissions Team for the most up-to-date information.

While our philosophy isn’t based around credentials and instead seeks to set you up with the tools you need to be a lifelong effective, adaptive, and curious learner throughout your career — we do award Bootcamp and Flex Program digital diplomas upon graduation.

No formal education is required to being admitted to Lighthouse Labs! While having some coding knowledge or technical experience always helps, your background does not matter as much as a genuine interest in code, data science, or cybersecurity and a raw determination to succeed in this challenging environment. A passion for tech and a little bit of grit can be all that's needed to succeed!

Lighthouse Labs is a privately registered educational institution in four Canadian provinces. To comply with the unique regulations of each province, we have four distinct refund policies:

Bootcamp Refund Policy - Alberta
Bootcamp Refund Policy - British Columbia
Bootcamp Refund Policy - Ontario
Bootcamp Refund Policy - Quebec
Part-time Programs Refund Policy

Both these programs exist so as to accommodate students’ lifestyles and priorities. If you’re currently working in a position that you want to continue while training, we recommend you enroll in a less concentrated Flex program. This is also a great option if you’re a parent or caregiver with substantial childcare duties.

If you want to start a new career as soon as possible and don’t want to wait a few months, Bootcamp is the better option for you. This is also a good fit if you have an open schedule or can make other commitments work with a more intense program.Ces deux programmes existent afin de s'adapter au mode de vie et aux priorités des étudiants.

Yes, Flex students also benefit from guidance with the Career Services dream team as part of their program. This is a service offered for life, meaning that alumni can keep coming back for relevant career advice long after graduating.

These programs are fundamentally equivalent in terms of content. For some, the more intensive schedule of a Bootcamp may be more challenging, but for others, the longer stretch of a Flex Program might be more challenging.

The part-time course is an introductory overview of the components that comprise a full-stack web application. This course is great for individuals who are interested in increasing their knowledge about web development, or who work in roles adjacent to tech. The Web Development Program is a more in-depth look at web development, and will provide students with everything they need to kick-start a career as a professional developer.

Lighthouse Labs is committed to helping you build technical skills, grow your non-technical abilities, and land a job in tech—whether in cybersecurity, web development, data science, or data analytics. The demand for tech talent remains strong, with 300,000 new tech jobs created in Canada over the past six years and nearly 1.5 million tech workers today. While the job market has shifted, we continue to see our alumni launch incredible careers.

That said, landing your first job in tech takes dedication, creativity, and persistence. Compared to previous years, the job search process is taking longer, with many graduates securing roles within six months or more. Our Career Services team is here to support you every step of the way—helping you refine your approach, tap into our alumni network, and explore creative opportunities such as contract roles or short-term projects to gain experience.

What Sets Our Career Support Apart?

1:1 Career Coaching & Group Sessions – Personalized guidance plus small group coaching to keep you engaged and motivated.

Workshops & Resume Reviews – Integrated into the bootcamp experience to prepare you before graduation.

Industry Connections – Our Employer Partnerships team actively collaborates with tech companies to connect grads with opportunities.

A Thriving Alumni Network – With 4,500+ grads in tech, we provide networking opportunities, local and remote reunions, and ways to tap into our community for job leads.

Uvaro Career Support – Additional mentorship, resources, and job search tools to help graduates navigate the evolving tech landscape.

Finding a job in tech isn’t always easy, but the opportunity is still out there—and we’re here to help you every step of the way.