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Obsidi Academy FULL TECH Bootcamp
Upon graduation get a job offer!

Get $2000 CAD a month* to develop into a software developer in JUST 3 months!

The Obsidi Academy Application is OPEN!

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • The Obsidi Academy application will reopen as needed, as we have had an OVERWHELMING response of over 11K applicants. The next application will open in JAN 2024.
  • The next application, for those who have NEVER applied, will open in JAN 2024.
  • If you have applied, at any time, please do NOT apply again.
  • FAQs have been updated: Should I re-apply to Obsidi Academy? and What are the steps during the application process and how will I know if I have been accepted into Obsidi Academy?
  • Obsidi Academy seat availability is limited and our waitlist exceeds one year.
  • Obsidi Academy employs an industry standard application process to ensure equitable opportunity for all applicants; this includes strict adherence to deadlines.
  • Obsidi Academy has gone Full Tech with optimized content and expanded job offers in: Architecture, Business Systems Analyst, Cloud, Customer Engagement Platform, Data as a Service, Full Stack Development, Mainframe, Mobile, Quality Engineering, Software Enablement, and Streaming.
  • *Obsidi Academy Participants who attend the 3-month bootcamp are paid $2000 CAD/month, for a total of $6000 CAD. Obsidi Academy charges Participants a one-time $500 CAD administration fee. This fee is deducted from the Participant’s first month payment. All payments are subject to applicable Canadian income taxes.

WHAT’S NEXT?

  • Cohort 4 begins January 22, 2024.
  • Cohort 4 will ONLY accept individuals who either currently legally reside or establish legal residence prior to January 22, 2024; and, maintain said residence throughout the Obsidi Academy Cohort (and any TD employment that results) that is 1 hour/50 KM commuting distance from either:
  • Province of Ontario: London (275 Dundas St.) or
  • Province of Ontario: Toronto (66 Wellington St. West)
  • Residence Requirements
  • Note: all waitlisted applicants are considered for Cohort consideration, regardless of applicant's address provided on their application. Address updates will be documented during the Cohort candidate identification process. No, applicant address updates will be accepted prior.
  • All candidates who accept invitation and enter into a contract agreement for Cohort 4 MUST establish residence, as per the above, PRIOR to January 22, 2024.
  • Obsidi Academy Applicants who completed and passed the Criteria assessments will receive an email status update on the last business day of each month. This email will communicate either waitlist status or candidate consideration for the next Cohort.

Career-launching and Game-changing!

Obsidi Academy is a bespoke knowledge-based provider, by Black Professionals in Tech Network (BPTN), offering best-in-class tech, business training, and professional development experiences for Black identified Canadians wishing to achieve their career goals through upskilling.

Obsidi Academy Info

  • 3 months full-time bootcamp
  • Get paid $2000 CAD per month. $2k x 3 months = $6K (minus a one-time $500 CAD administration fee that is deducted from Month 1 payment).
  • Graduates receive a full-time job offer from TD (offer is contingent upon passing both the Obsidi Academy and criminal and financial background checks).

Optimized content & Expanded Job offers

Obsidi Academy has gone Full Tech with optimized content and expanded job offers in:

  • Architecture
  • Business Systems Analyst
  • Cloud
  • Customer Engagement Platform
  • Data as a Service
  • Full Stack Development
  • Mainframe
  • Mobile
  • Platform
  • Quality Engineering
  • Robotics
  • Software Enablement
  • Streaming

"Full Tech" Bootcamp

Enter Obsidi Academy fully prepared to learn and you will get the Full Tech experience! You will master industry standard coding and graduate as an agile and flexible software engineer - FULLY prepared to work on Day 1 and drive business results.
During the Obsidi Academy, you will receive both professional development and training led by talent and tech industry experts who guide you to hone both the technical and workplace skills needed to excel:

OOP in Java

Java is a widely-used programming language that fully supports OOP principles, allowing developers to organize code into objects and leverage features such as encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism.

Backend Development and Databases

Backend development involves creating the server-side logic for web applications, handling HTTP requests, processing data, and interacting with databases. PostgreSQL is a popular open-source RDBMS that can be seamlessly integrated with Java applications.

Java Spring MVC and Hibernate

Java Spring MVC is a framework that follows the model-view-controller pattern, simplifying the development of web APIs by managing request routing and data binding. Hibernate, an ORM framework, enables Java objects to be mapped to database tables, facilitating object-oriented database operations.

Postman for API Development

Postman is a powerful tool used for API development and testing. It provides a user-friendly interface to send HTTP requests, examine responses, and automate API testing processes.

Eligibility
  • Obsidi membership is required. Join for free HERE.
  • Black-identified individuals who legally reside in Canada and are legally authorized to work for any employer in Canada.
  • Consent to criminal and financial background checks.
  • Consent to psychometric assessments.
  • Not hold employment or attend other educational/professional development during the bootcamp and subsequent employment.
  • Available to work in a hybrid work environment (upon successful Obsidi Academy graduation and employer onboarding) at least 2 days per week, as per employer workplace policy.

Disclaimers:

  • Obsidi Academy acceptance/participation is contingent upon Obsidi Academy seat/space availability and fulfilling Obsidi Academy requirements (e.g., passing psychometric assessments and both a criminal and financial background check.
  • BPTN and TD do not provide sponsorship for Canadian Work Permits.
  • Employment offer is contingent upon passing both Obsidi Academy and employer requirements (e.g., passing a criminal and financial background check).
  • Obsidi Academy acceptance is contingent upon passing a criminal and financial background check (check yourself here).
Residence Requirements
Must legally and physically reside in Canada (before the start date of Obsidi Academy*) within 1 hour of commuting time or 50 KM distance to one of the following cities:
  • Toronto, Ontario
  • London, Ontario
  • Ottawa, Ontario
  • Montreal, Quebec (*French is the official and common language).
  • Calgary, Alberta (*Availability is limited.)
DISCLAIMER: Location availability is dependent upon seat availability per location and/or location availability, per Cohort.
*NOTE : Proof of residence and verification of commuting time/distance is required prior to beginning Obisdi Academy.
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