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Data Science Certificate

Launch your career

with a Data Science Certificate

Graduate in 3 or 6 months
100% online instructor led classes
Get regular 1:1 guidance from instructors
Be ready to pursue a career as a Data Scientist
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AU Certificate

Earn a recognized certificate from
PowerED by Athabasca University

Program graduates will receive a verifiable digital certificate from PowerED by Athabasca University. As North America’s leading Open University, your education will be recognized by employers across the country.

Gain the confidence you need to

start a new career

Live online classes

Our classes are taught in a group setting, live online and led by an instructor. With our cohort based classes, you'll learn with the same group of students from beginning to end.

Education community

Joining our course will immediately grow your network. You'll meet our instructors, alumni, and students who are all deeply interested or actively working in tech.

Job focused curriculum

Our courses are designed to help you launch a career in tech quickly. We focus on teaching you the essentials and helping you build projects to showcase to potential employers.

Career support

Included in your course, you'll be provided with resume templates, interview prep, and mentorship to equip you for your job search.

Small class sizes

To keep our classes intimate we find the ideal size is less than 25. From our experience, this creates the perfect dynamic of collaboration and class energy.

Recognized certificate

As a graduate, you'll earn a certificate from PowerED by Athabasca University. As North America’s leading Open University, your education will be recognized by employers across the country.

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Courses

The data science certificate includes four courses which are taken in the following order.

Foundations of Data Science

1. Introduction to Python
2. Data Exploration and Analysis
3. Data Visualization
4. Statistics and Math for Data Science
5. Data Manipulation with SQL

Machine Learning

1. Regression
2. Classification
3. Data Preprocessing and Feature Engineering
4. Clustering
5. Dimensionality Reduction
6. Time Series Analysis

Deep Learning, Neural Networks and NLP

1. Introduction to to Deep Learning and Neural Networks
2. Natural Language Processing (NLP)
3. Large Language Models (LLMs)

Model Deployment

1. Deploying a ML Model Cloud Platforms
2. Scaling and Managing Deployed Models

Who is this certificate for?

The Data Science Certificate was created for people looking to launch careers in Data as quickly as possible. Over the past few years, we've proven that we're a great fit for most people who love to problem solve.

Our certificate is highly personalized for…
  • You’re considering a career change. If you are considering a transition into data science from a different industry, this course is built to help you get there quickly.
  • You're intrigued by topics like AI, Machine Learning, Python, and want to dive deeper.
  • You’re excited to try something new, have a learning mindset, and a great attitude. You look forward to joining our class and being a member of our community.

Upcoming Start Dates

September 2024 (Full-Time)
September 9 to December 2
Monday to Friday from 10am-5pm (Mountain Time)
October 2024 (Part-Time)
October 15 to June 1
Tuesdays & Thursdays from 6:30pm-10pm & Sundays from 10am-5pm (Mountain Time)

Tuition & Financing Options

PowerED Opportunity Scholarship

Eligible candidates can receive funding of $6,000 towards their tuition with the PowerEd Opportunity Scholarship. Limited spots available. Learn more here and Apply here.

Full Tuition

The total cost of the certificate is $12,495. There are no additional taxes or fees.

Instalments

You can pay your tuition in three instalments with no additional fees.

Payment 1:
A non refundable deposit of $95 due upon registration.

Payment 2:
$6,200 due on the first day of class.

Payment 3:
$6,200 due halfway into your class.

Private Loans (As low as 0% APR)

Make flexible payments at as low as 0% APR with Affirm

Split up the cost of your purchase into flexible monthly payments with as low as 0% APR.

Private Loans (Interest Bearing)

Apply for a loan through Windmill (newcomers), Desjardins (Quebec), Servus (Alberta), or explore student financing options through your preferred Canadian bank.

Canada-Alberta Job Grant

Eligible employers can get government funding to help employees and unemployed Albertans access training opportunities. See the complete details here.

Click here to learn more about our payment plans, financing options, scholarships, and tax credits.

Book a call with an advisor

If you have any questions and would prefer to have an advisor call you, please book a time here.

FAQs

I have no experience, can I take this course?

While our certificates our generally beginner friendly, it is highly recommend that you learn some basic concepts through free introductory level online courses. You should also be very comfortable using a computer, installing software, handling video calls, and browsing the web.

Are there any prerequisites?

There are no prerequisites. Anyone 18 and over is welcome to apply.

What are the admissions assignments?

New applicants are required to complete an assignment to test their knowledge of basic concepts. You can take the Data Science assignment here and the Web Development assignment here.

What is the deadline to apply

The recommendation is to submit your application at least one month before the start date. However, we officially close registration one week before class starts or if the class fills up.

What is the online experience like?

Classes are taught live online using Zoom or Google Meet. Instructors deliver lectures, field questions, and do live demonstrations. During class, when lectures are complete, instructors are also available for 1-1 support to help you with your assignments and projects.

Will this certificate help me get a job?

Athabasca is a highly recognized university in Canada. This certificate will highlight your skills as well as provide you with advice and strategy on how to obtain a job in your field of study. However, we cannot guarantee that all successful students will obtain a job as there are many factors beyond our control.

What are the options to pay tuition?

For a complete breakdown of payment options, check out this document.

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