Professional Growth Within Your Own Schedule

Give your career a boost with Firebrand’s 9-to-5 training.
This innovative, non-residential learning method is designed specifically for professionals who want to balance work and personal life. You take the training during regular working hours (09:00–17:00), keeping your evenings and weekends free.

Our 9-to-5 program combines the quality and intensity Firebrand is known for with a manageable and flexible schedule. You train in modern, well-equipped learning environments and benefit from the expertise of our experienced instructors. This way, you develop immediately applicable skills without compromising your personal time.

Benefits of 9-to-5 Learning

• Flexibility: Learn during regular working hours without affecting your evenings or weekends.

• Work-life balance: Maintain a healthy balance while still advancing your professional development.

• Accessibility: Training locations are conveniently located, minimizing travel time and costs.

• Cost-efficient: No extra expenses for accommodation or meals.

• High-quality training: Benefit from Firebrand’s proven method and expert guidance.

• Immediate applicability: Apply the skills and knowledge you acquire directly in your job.

• Manageable schedule: The structure fits seamlessly into a normal workday, keeping you productive and focused.

Who is 9-to-5 Learning For?

Our 9-to-5 training is ideal for anyone who wants to invest in their career without sacrificing personal time. Whether you need to account for family, sports, hobbies, or other commitments, Firebrand’s 9-to-5 learning adapts to your schedule, not the other way around.

Why Choose Firebrand’s 9-to-5 Learning?

The way professionals learn is changing rapidly. Firebrand meets this need with a learning model that is both current and future-focused. Our approach is not just about earning a certificate—it’s about developing the skills you need to succeed in an ever-changing professional environment.

At Firebrand, we specialize in getting you certified twice as fast. For all of our courses, you can choose to study on-site or via Online Instructor-Led Training, also known as Firebrand OIL. Achieve your certification in record time, from the comfort of your home — Firebrand style!

What is Firebrand OIL?

Firebrand OIL uses Microsoft Teams to deliver a rich, interactive virtual classroom experience, immersing students in learning while replicating the in-person experience as closely as possible. The platform enables multimedia lectures and hands-on training.

Which courses can I take online?

All of our courses are available via OIL, including:

• Cyber Security
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Machine Learning (ML)
• Data Science
• Coding and programming
• Software Testing
• Projectmanagement

How does Online Instructor-Led (OIL) work?

Simply book your course as usual, and our training experts will set you up on Microsoft Teams. Once you’re ready, just log in and join the virtual classroom. From your dashboard, you can also access:

• Live view of the instructor on camera, including whiteboard

• Course slides and demonstrations directly from the instructor’s computer

• Classroom audio, including questions from on-site participants

• Online tools to ask and answer questions, follow demonstrations, and take notes

• Group chat for real-time discussion of topics

What equipment or software do I need to participate?

No special requirements. You just need:

• A desktop or laptop capable of running Microsoft Teams (See specs here.)

• A headset and microphone (webcams are recommended but not required)

• A stable broadband connection

Will I still receive course materials?

Most of our course materials are digital, so you’ll receive all content in your inbox. If your course requires physical materials, they will be shipped to you before the course begins.

What are labs and why are they important?

All Firebrand accelerated IT courses follow our Lecture | Lab | Review methodology. Labs are not physical spaces; they are virtual environments running on virtual machines with exercises and challenges specific to course modules. Labs are essential for giving students practical experience that reinforces knowledge learned during lectures.

Depending on the course, we use Skillable or GoDeploy.

Do I get access to labs if I take an online instructor-led course?

Absolutely! You still have full access to the official course labs, just like being in a classroom.

How do labs work for remote OIL courses?

It’s simple:

1. Your instructor provides a link and login details to join the lab environment.

2. Once received, you log in via your browser while attending the live Teams session.

3. You may see a countdown timer; don’t worry, you can pause and reset it as often as needed.

4. You retain access to the labs for 180 days after course completion, allowing you to practice and review from anywhere.

Are certification exams included in OIL courses?

With a few exceptions, online testing is included. Contact us for details about your specific course.

How do I enroll in Online Instructor-Led courses?

To enroll in the OIL delivery option, contact us and we’ll make the necessary arrangements.

What do people say about Firebrand OIL?

“We trained during the coronavirus outbreak, and the Firebrand team deserves huge credit for staying focused and upbeat during a difficult time. The course content was spot on, as I’ve seen in previous courses. I extended the training to my teams at my organization since it’s a trusted brand in all our departments. The offsite approach really works. This was my second course with a 3rd booked in 8 weeks.”
— DM, Freshfields (20/03/2020)

“The instructor, Dimitrios, was very knowledgeable, professional, and simply brilliant with explanations and demonstrations of the various test tools, including solving students’ installation issues. We used the remote OIL service, and it felt like being in the classroom regarding labs and course slides. Despite UK government COVID-19 lockdown rules, Firebrand provided access via the Online Instructor-Led OIL service. I didn’t have to reschedule my holiday and could study as planned — fantastic service, well done Firebrand!”
— Mark Grover, Infosec Consulting Ltd. (27/03/2020)

“Due to COVID-19, the course was delivered online via Microsoft Teams, so I couldn’t get the full in-person experience. It was still very interesting and insightful. The person leading the online course, Sam Owen, was fantastic. Keeping the course brilliant, entertaining throughout, and overcoming unforeseen issues as they arose.”
— Jamie Bunce, CGI (03/04/2020)

“Even in this time of unknown and constant change, Firebrand was able to deliver a competent course virtually with the same level of freedom and support as a normal classroom.”
— Craig Gillet, Virgin Media (03/04/2020)

“My experience with Firebrand training was incredibly positive. Although I feel I may have had a better experience attending on-site, the instructor made the most of a very unique situation we all faced. The content delivery was on point and covered everything we needed to know. If there were questions, the instructor was always available to discuss and answer everything through demonstration and screen sharing. At the start of this course, I had very limited general and Azure network knowledge. Thanks to the instructor’s support, I now feel empowered to explore further and soon take the certification exam. Thank you for a fantastic experience; I will definitely take another Firebrand course.”
— Gavin Reynolds, Cambridge Judge Business School (09/04/2020)

Why Every Course You’ve Ever Taken Was a Waste of Time

From a young age, we are all conditioned to believe that the teaching methods used in school (“traditional education”) are the only way to learn.

However, humans are capable of absorbing and retaining far more information than we give ourselves credit for.

Accelerated Learning: Learn More, Effectively and Efficiently

Firebrand Training uses accelerated learning methods to deliver large amounts of information in the shortest possible time. Accelerated learning is very different from traditional teaching.

In accelerated training, students are fully engaged in the learning process, and delivery methods are constantly varied to ensure all fundamental learning styles are addressed, including:

• Visual (lecture sessions with whiteboarding and discussion)

• Tactile (hands-on lab sessions)

• Auditory (review sessions)

Firebrand Training builds students’ skills by creating an innovative, high-quality learning environment without distractions, focused entirely on student success.

This success means not just certification, but also a solid education that allows individuals to apply their skills creatively.

We Train You, You Don’t Teach Yourself

We do not require students to study masses of information on their own. We guarantee that you will be trained and certified in the shortest possible time.

Firebrand Training is different from all other “bootcamps”, we focus on building skills under instructor guidance, not just passing tests.

Ask Yourself These Questions

• “Can I wait 12 months to learn the skills I need today in my job?”

• “Do I have hundreds of hours of personal time for self-study before a course?”

• “Can I, or my employer, afford to take several weeks off work to complete my training?”

If you answer no to any of these questions, we are your only option.

Call us now to discuss how we achieve what many consider impossible.

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