The Best Blockchain Courses 2019<\/h2>\n
Now that you know what makes up a good blockchain course, let\u2019s take a look at the best ones available for you in 2019.<\/p>\n
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1. Blockchain Certification from State University of New York (Coursera)<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n![](\"https:\/\/digitaldefynd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/SUNY-Courses-Online.jpg\")
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This course is based on Ethereum, and should help you develop dApps on that blockchain. It’s a free education that’s broken up into four parts. On top of the previously mentioned parts, it also helps users learn to build smart contracts and other projects within the blockchain network.<\/p>\n
It’s an ideal way to learn, not to mention that the project has been put together by experts at the State University of New York and the University of Buffalo. That’s a ton of quality expertise put into a free course.<\/p>\n
Students can take the course via Coursera and move from there. It’s ideal for developers looking to work full time or even freelance.<\/p>\n
Overview:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Cost: Free<\/li>\n
- Course duration: 16 Hours\/4 Hours a Week<\/li>\n
- Certification received: Blockchain Specialization from the State University of New York.<\/li>\n
- Entry requirements: Basic programming is recommended but not necessary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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2. CryptoZombies – Create Your Own Game<\/a><\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/insidebitcoins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/cryptozombies-300x150.jpg\")
<\/a>CryptoZombies is interesting because it doesn\u2019t approach development in the same way as these other courses do. Instead, it has you develop your own game on the Ethereum blockchain network.<\/p>\nThe entire thing is designed around Ethereum\u2019s network and is built for users who have little to no experience coding. Even if you\u2019ve never touched the Solidity language before, the system here will help you understand what you\u2019re doing.<\/p>\n
Each lesson is fully interactive and takes place within the platform\u2019s browser. It\u2019s fun to check your progress as well. To do som the course will have you pit your built zombies against other developers. Each week you have a new lesson that adds to the complexity a little more.<\/p>\n
Plus, as you progress through development, you gain different, unique zombies that showcase how every single asset on a blockchain is its own thing. As the website describes, CryptoZombies is \u201chalf code-school, half MMO crypto-collectible strategy game.\u201d If that isn\u2019t a good pitch for a class, then we don\u2019t know what is!<\/p>\n
Overview:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Cost: Free<\/li>\n
- Course duration: As long as you’d like<\/li>\n
- Certification received: None<\/li>\n
- Entry requirements: None<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
3. Berkeley Blockchain Fundamentals – College Level Blockchain Knowledge<\/a><\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/insidebitcoins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Berkeley.png\")
<\/a>This course is from the Berkeley University of California and was built entirely by the school\u2019s Computer Science department. The course is \u201ca comprehensive survey of core topics in cryptocurrency, including Bitcoin, and blockchain technology.\u201d<\/p>\nMainly, after taking this blockchain course, you\u2019ll think about the world in blockchain. You\u2019ll learn about use case, the pros and cons of working on a blockchain network and understanding the architecture underneath the technology, among other things.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s a fantastic base before jumping into any blockchain-related career. The website notes blockchain developer, data analyst, crypto trader, and similar professions as great jumping off points from this course.<\/p>\n
There are two courses here, with an average of six weeks for each one. This breaks down into 3-5 hours a week. Upon completion, you\u2019ll receive a Blockchain Fundamentals certificate from Berkeley.<\/p>\n
Overview:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Cost: $198<\/li>\n
- Course duration: 3-5 Hours\/6 Weeks<\/li>\n
- Certification received: Blockchain Fundamentals Certificate<\/li>\n
- Entry requirements: None<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
4. Udemy: Ethereum Blockchain Developer – Online Knowledge For Those With A Budget<\/a><\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/insidebitcoins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/udemy.png\")
<\/a>Udemy is one of the most popular places to find online courses. It only makes sense that its Ethereum Blockchain Developer class is high up on many lists, then.<\/p>\nThrough this, you\u2019ll learn how to build blockchains on Ethereum\u2019s Solidity language, learn the ins and outs of smart contracts, understand how to utilize development kits like Truffle and Ethereum Studio, and much more.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s presented via 87 different video courses and 13 articles. And, it\u2019s excellent for those who have basic knowledge of languages such as JavaScript. Primarily, you\u2019ll be working with Ethereum at its base level, learning the ins and outs of its technology and emerging with knowledge of how to built decentralized applications on the Ethereum blockchain.<\/p>\n
After the seven hours worth of content, your knowledge will be tested with a final exam and a certificate of completion. All of the content is accessible on either mobile or your television set – wherever you can access Udemy courses.<\/p>\n
Overview:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Cost: $199.99<\/li>\n
- Course duration: 7 Hours<\/li>\n
- Certification received: Certificate of Completion<\/li>\n
- Entry requirements: Basic coding knowledge<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
5. Princeton University\u2019s Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Technologies Course – Free, In-Depth Information<\/a><\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/insidebitcoins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Princeton-300x300.jpg\")
<\/a>Straight from Princeton University itself, this course teaches you everything you need to know about Bitcoin, both on a surface and a technical level. It\u2019s an entirely free course and will leave you with the knowledge necessary to work with the world\u2019s first cryptocurrency in any field.<\/p>\nYou can start the course whenever you\u2019d like, and take all of it online with deadlines that you control. However, note that while the information is valuable, there isn\u2019t a certificate of completion offered. Instead, you\u2019ll have to prove yourself with your knowledge.<\/p>\n
The course takes an average of 18 hours to finish, and it recommends moving forward at 4 hours every week. Again, while you don\u2019t have the certificate of completion, you leave with knowledge from one of the most accredited universities in the United States.<\/p>\n
Overview:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Cost: Free<\/li>\n
- Course duration: 18 Hours<\/li>\n
- Certification received: None<\/li>\n
- Entry requirements: None<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
6. Edureka Blockchain Certification Training – Great For Computer Science Geeks<\/a><\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/insidebitcoins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Screen-Shot-2019-05-23-at-2.40.08-AM.png\")
<\/a>This Edureka Blockchain Certification Training course is ideal for anyone looking to get into blockchain tech. It focuses on beginners, but having knowledge of Linux and JavaScript will help you along the way.<\/p>\nWhile the initial focus is on newbies, you\u2019ll graduate from this course with knowledge extending from Bitcoin\u2019s blockchain to Ethereum to mining to Hyperledger and so much more. In fact, the course will even have you build your own blockchain on the MultiChain platform.<\/p>\n
Edureka\u2019s course is one of the most fleshed out curriculums on this list, and it comes with a certificate of completion from the company. According to its website, holders of this certificate have gone on to work at Dell, Honeywell, Cisco, and many much companies of note.<\/p>\n
As of now, this course has six weeks of lessons from an instructor before working on a hands-on project yourself. For the extra ambitious, there is an accelerated program as well that has users working on a specific project towards the end to test their knowledge.<\/p>\n
Overview:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Cost: $399<\/li>\n
- Course duration: Six weeks<\/li>\n
- Certification received: Certificate of Completion<\/li>\n
- Entry requirements: Knowledge of Linux and JavaScript will help<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
7. Udemy: Build Your Blockchain \u2013 Blockchain A-Z – Step By Step Blockchain Development<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/a>Another Udemy course, only this one focuses on blockchain technology. It\u2019s incredibly accessible as well, requiring only a high-schoolers level of math understanding. On top of this, each lesson features in-depth support from the team on top of projects that focus on real use cases.<\/p>\nIt\u2019s ideal for beginners and is broken up into three tiers. Tier 1 has you build a blockchain, tier 2 has you create a crypto asset, and the third one has you putting together a smart contract. Not only will this project teach you about blockchain, but it will show you how to apply it as well.<\/p>\n
Udemy updates this course frequently, and it contains around 14.5 hours of video combined with nine articles and three downloadable resources. It comes with a certificate of completion as well, on top of lifetime access to the course in case you ever need to look back on it.<\/p>\n
Overview:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Cost: $199.99<\/li>\n
- Course duration: 14.5 Hours<\/li>\n
- Certification received: Certificate of Completion<\/li>\n
- Entry requirements: High school math and some basic Python<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
8. The Linux Foundation\u2019s Blockchain for Business – Develop a Business-Focused Ledger<\/a><\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/insidebitcoins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/linux.png\")
<\/a>While some other sessions on this list focus on cryptocurrencies as well as blockchain, this course is catered towards the latter. Not only that, but it brings with great knowledge related to Hyperledger.<\/p>\nIt\u2019s an ideal space to learn about blockchain regardless of your level of technical knowledge. The Linux Foundation will teach you about global use cases, open source technology, and advanced business blockchain applications. The goal is for students to learn to build blockchain apps in any industry.<\/p>\n
The entire thing is free, though you\u2019ll have to pay for a certificate. It\u2019s a 14-week course that requires around 3 to 4 hours a week to pass. While you can go in with little knowledge, it would help to know how to use the command line and have experience with Java and Python.<\/p>\n
Overview:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Cost: Free but $99 for Certificate<\/li>\n
- Course duration: 14 Weeks<\/li>\n
- Certification received: Certificate of Completion<\/li>\n
- Entry requirements: Experience with Java and Python helps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
9. Simplilearn Blockchain Certification Training Course – Widespread Knowledge For a Price<\/a><\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/insidebitcoins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Screen-Shot-2019-05-23-at-2.40.37-AM.png\")
<\/a>Undoubtedly the most complex course on this list, Simplilearn\u2019s blockchain certification training course will teach you about Bitcoin, Ethereum, Hyperledger, and even multi-chain platforms.<\/p>\nYou\u2019ll use tools like Ganache, Truffle, and MetaMask to help build blockchain apps, and will even create your own private network with smart contracts. It\u2019s a dedicated course that gives you the ability to pick and choose classes as you need them. There are over 40 to pick from, broken up into 11 projects, each with hands-on, sophisticated labs to test your knowledge.<\/p>\n
Paired with this is 24\/7 support should you ever need it. However, you\u2019ll want to have some knowledge surrounding Linux, Node.js, and JavaScript or you might have a tough time. But, this will give you a complete understanding of blockchain technology and everything it can do for the world.<\/p>\n
You can earn your Simplilearn certificate after 85% completion, which is valid for the rest of your life. That and you can apply for a live class or pre-recorded lessons based on your learning style. Overall, this course brings with 50 hours of training for you to master.<\/p>\n
Overview:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Cost: $$749\/$799<\/li>\n
- Course duration: 50 Hours<\/li>\n
- Certification received: Certificate of Completion<\/li>\n
- Entry requirements: Knowledge of Linux, Node.js, and JavaScript is strongly recommended<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
10. MIT\u2019s Blockchain Technologies: Business Innovation and Application Course – Next Level Business Tactics<\/a><\/h3>\n
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- Cost: Free<\/li>\n
- Course duration: 16 Hours\/4 Hours a Week<\/li>\n
- Certification received: Blockchain Specialization from the State University of New York.<\/li>\n
- Entry requirements: Basic programming is recommended but not necessary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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2. CryptoZombies – Create Your Own Game<\/a><\/h3>\n
<\/a>CryptoZombies is interesting because it doesn\u2019t approach development in the same way as these other courses do. Instead, it has you develop your own game on the Ethereum blockchain network.<\/p>\nThe entire thing is designed around Ethereum\u2019s network and is built for users who have little to no experience coding. Even if you\u2019ve never touched the Solidity language before, the system here will help you understand what you\u2019re doing.<\/p>\n
Each lesson is fully interactive and takes place within the platform\u2019s browser. It\u2019s fun to check your progress as well. To do som the course will have you pit your built zombies against other developers. Each week you have a new lesson that adds to the complexity a little more.<\/p>\n
Plus, as you progress through development, you gain different, unique zombies that showcase how every single asset on a blockchain is its own thing. As the website describes, CryptoZombies is \u201chalf code-school, half MMO crypto-collectible strategy game.\u201d If that isn\u2019t a good pitch for a class, then we don\u2019t know what is!<\/p>\n
Overview:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- Cost: Free<\/li>\n
- Course duration: As long as you’d like<\/li>\n
- Certification received: None<\/li>\n
- Entry requirements: None<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
3. Berkeley Blockchain Fundamentals – College Level Blockchain Knowledge<\/a><\/h3>\n
<\/a>This course is from the Berkeley University of California and was built entirely by the school\u2019s Computer Science department. The course is \u201ca comprehensive survey of core topics in cryptocurrency, including Bitcoin, and blockchain technology.\u201d<\/p>\nMainly, after taking this blockchain course, you\u2019ll think about the world in blockchain. You\u2019ll learn about use case, the pros and cons of working on a blockchain network and understanding the architecture underneath the technology, among other things.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s a fantastic base before jumping into any blockchain-related career. The website notes blockchain developer, data analyst, crypto trader, and similar professions as great jumping off points from this course.<\/p>\n
There are two courses here, with an average of six weeks for each one. This breaks down into 3-5 hours a week. Upon completion, you\u2019ll receive a Blockchain Fundamentals certificate from Berkeley.<\/p>\n
Overview:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- Cost: $198<\/li>\n
- Course duration: 3-5 Hours\/6 Weeks<\/li>\n
- Certification received: Blockchain Fundamentals Certificate<\/li>\n
- Entry requirements: None<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
4. Udemy: Ethereum Blockchain Developer – Online Knowledge For Those With A Budget<\/a><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Udemy is one of the most popular places to find online courses. It only makes sense that its Ethereum Blockchain Developer class is high up on many lists, then.<\/p>\nThrough this, you\u2019ll learn how to build blockchains on Ethereum\u2019s Solidity language, learn the ins and outs of smart contracts, understand how to utilize development kits like Truffle and Ethereum Studio, and much more.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s presented via 87 different video courses and 13 articles. And, it\u2019s excellent for those who have basic knowledge of languages such as JavaScript. Primarily, you\u2019ll be working with Ethereum at its base level, learning the ins and outs of its technology and emerging with knowledge of how to built decentralized applications on the Ethereum blockchain.<\/p>\n
After the seven hours worth of content, your knowledge will be tested with a final exam and a certificate of completion. All of the content is accessible on either mobile or your television set – wherever you can access Udemy courses.<\/p>\n
Overview:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- Cost: $199.99<\/li>\n
- Course duration: 7 Hours<\/li>\n
- Certification received: Certificate of Completion<\/li>\n
- Entry requirements: Basic coding knowledge<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
5. Princeton University\u2019s Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Technologies Course – Free, In-Depth Information<\/a><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Straight from Princeton University itself, this course teaches you everything you need to know about Bitcoin, both on a surface and a technical level. It\u2019s an entirely free course and will leave you with the knowledge necessary to work with the world\u2019s first cryptocurrency in any field.<\/p>\nYou can start the course whenever you\u2019d like, and take all of it online with deadlines that you control. However, note that while the information is valuable, there isn\u2019t a certificate of completion offered. Instead, you\u2019ll have to prove yourself with your knowledge.<\/p>\n
The course takes an average of 18 hours to finish, and it recommends moving forward at 4 hours every week. Again, while you don\u2019t have the certificate of completion, you leave with knowledge from one of the most accredited universities in the United States.<\/p>\n
Overview:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- Cost: Free<\/li>\n
- Course duration: 18 Hours<\/li>\n
- Certification received: None<\/li>\n
- Entry requirements: None<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
6. Edureka Blockchain Certification Training – Great For Computer Science Geeks<\/a><\/h3>\n
<\/a>This Edureka Blockchain Certification Training course is ideal for anyone looking to get into blockchain tech. It focuses on beginners, but having knowledge of Linux and JavaScript will help you along the way.<\/p>\nWhile the initial focus is on newbies, you\u2019ll graduate from this course with knowledge extending from Bitcoin\u2019s blockchain to Ethereum to mining to Hyperledger and so much more. In fact, the course will even have you build your own blockchain on the MultiChain platform.<\/p>\n
Edureka\u2019s course is one of the most fleshed out curriculums on this list, and it comes with a certificate of completion from the company. According to its website, holders of this certificate have gone on to work at Dell, Honeywell, Cisco, and many much companies of note.<\/p>\n
As of now, this course has six weeks of lessons from an instructor before working on a hands-on project yourself. For the extra ambitious, there is an accelerated program as well that has users working on a specific project towards the end to test their knowledge.<\/p>\n
Overview:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- Cost: $399<\/li>\n
- Course duration: Six weeks<\/li>\n
- Certification received: Certificate of Completion<\/li>\n
- Entry requirements: Knowledge of Linux and JavaScript will help<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
7. Udemy: Build Your Blockchain \u2013 Blockchain A-Z – Step By Step Blockchain Development<\/a><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Another Udemy course, only this one focuses on blockchain technology. It\u2019s incredibly accessible as well, requiring only a high-schoolers level of math understanding. On top of this, each lesson features in-depth support from the team on top of projects that focus on real use cases.<\/p>\nIt\u2019s ideal for beginners and is broken up into three tiers. Tier 1 has you build a blockchain, tier 2 has you create a crypto asset, and the third one has you putting together a smart contract. Not only will this project teach you about blockchain, but it will show you how to apply it as well.<\/p>\n
Udemy updates this course frequently, and it contains around 14.5 hours of video combined with nine articles and three downloadable resources. It comes with a certificate of completion as well, on top of lifetime access to the course in case you ever need to look back on it.<\/p>\n
Overview:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- Cost: $199.99<\/li>\n
- Course duration: 14.5 Hours<\/li>\n
- Certification received: Certificate of Completion<\/li>\n
- Entry requirements: High school math and some basic Python<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
8. The Linux Foundation\u2019s Blockchain for Business – Develop a Business-Focused Ledger<\/a><\/h3>\n
<\/a>While some other sessions on this list focus on cryptocurrencies as well as blockchain, this course is catered towards the latter. Not only that, but it brings with great knowledge related to Hyperledger.<\/p>\nIt\u2019s an ideal space to learn about blockchain regardless of your level of technical knowledge. The Linux Foundation will teach you about global use cases, open source technology, and advanced business blockchain applications. The goal is for students to learn to build blockchain apps in any industry.<\/p>\n
The entire thing is free, though you\u2019ll have to pay for a certificate. It\u2019s a 14-week course that requires around 3 to 4 hours a week to pass. While you can go in with little knowledge, it would help to know how to use the command line and have experience with Java and Python.<\/p>\n
Overview:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- Cost: Free but $99 for Certificate<\/li>\n
- Course duration: 14 Weeks<\/li>\n
- Certification received: Certificate of Completion<\/li>\n
- Entry requirements: Experience with Java and Python helps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
9. Simplilearn Blockchain Certification Training Course – Widespread Knowledge For a Price<\/a><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Undoubtedly the most complex course on this list, Simplilearn\u2019s blockchain certification training course will teach you about Bitcoin, Ethereum, Hyperledger, and even multi-chain platforms.<\/p>\nYou\u2019ll use tools like Ganache, Truffle, and MetaMask to help build blockchain apps, and will even create your own private network with smart contracts. It\u2019s a dedicated course that gives you the ability to pick and choose classes as you need them. There are over 40 to pick from, broken up into 11 projects, each with hands-on, sophisticated labs to test your knowledge.<\/p>\n
Paired with this is 24\/7 support should you ever need it. However, you\u2019ll want to have some knowledge surrounding Linux, Node.js, and JavaScript or you might have a tough time. But, this will give you a complete understanding of blockchain technology and everything it can do for the world.<\/p>\n
You can earn your Simplilearn certificate after 85% completion, which is valid for the rest of your life. That and you can apply for a live class or pre-recorded lessons based on your learning style. Overall, this course brings with 50 hours of training for you to master.<\/p>\n
Overview:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- Cost: $$749\/$799<\/li>\n
- Course duration: 50 Hours<\/li>\n
- Certification received: Certificate of Completion<\/li>\n
- Entry requirements: Knowledge of Linux, Node.js, and JavaScript is strongly recommended<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
10. MIT\u2019s Blockchain Technologies: Business Innovation and Application Course – Next Level Business Tactics<\/a><\/h3>\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/insidebitcoins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/MIT-300x39.jpg\")
<\/a>Like Simplilearn\u2019s, MIT\u2019s blockchain technologies course is somewhat more complex than the others on this list, despite it being for investors instead of developers.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/insidebitcoins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Oxford-300x143.png\")
<\/a>Oxford\u2019s Blockchain Strategy Programme is framed similarly to MIT\u2019s in that it\u2019s business-focused. Additionally, it should leave you with complete knowledge of blockchain technology and how it can change the world.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/insidebitcoins.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Blockchain-300x180.jpg\")
<\/a>A blockchain course can consist of many different things. Some teach you how to code and build smart contracts, while others provide a more philosophical understanding of the technology. Then you have courses that focus on the regulation and investment side of things if you\u2019re so inclined. Essentially, every aspect of the industry is covered here.<\/p>\n