About Us
At Placement School, we’re transforming how people launch and advance their remote careers. Our innovative approach combines skill development, personalized coaching, and direct employer partnerships to help career changers and remote work newcomers succeed in the digital economy. With a 92% placement rate and support spanning 22 countries, we’re building the future of work -one remote career at a time.
Our Mission: Empowering Remote Careers
At Placement School, we envision a world where geographic location no longer limits career potential. Our mission goes beyond simple job placement- we’re building a global ecosystem where remote work skills become the foundation for sustainable, flexible careers. Through targeted training programs, industry partnerships, and continuous innovation, we’re empowering individuals to thrive in the digital economy while maintaining the work- life balance that remote careers can provide.
Bridging Skills
Gaps
We’re dedicated to identifying and closing the critical skills gaps that prevent talented individuals from accessing remote opportunities. Our curriculum is continuously updated to align with the most in-demand remote industries, ensuring our students develop relevant, marketable expertise.
Supporting Career Transitions
Career changes can be daunting, especially when moving into remote work. We provide comprehensive support systems designed specifically for those pivoting industries or entering the remote workforce for the first time, making transitions smoother and more successful.
Breaking Geographic Barriers
We believe talent exists everywhere, but opportunity doesn’t. Our mission centers on democratizing access to fulfilling, well-paid remote careers regardless of location, enabling professionals to build meaningful careers without relocation.
Start Your Remote Career Journey
The Placement School community is waiting to welcome you. Whether you’re looking to escape the limitations of local job markets, seeking better work-life balance, or aiming to advance your career with companies that hire globally, we have the resources and expertise to help you succeed. Our flexible payment options, including income share agreements, make our programs accessible regardless of your current financial situation. Take the first step today and discover how remote work can transform not just your career, but your entire life.
Ready to transform your career? Here’s how to begin:
Take the Assessment
Complete our free career readiness assessment to identify your remote work strengths and areas for development. This 15-minute evaluation provides personalized insights about your fit for various remote career paths.
Meet an Advisor
Schedule a complimentary 1:1 consultation with an enrollment advisor who specializes in your target industry. They'll answer questions, explain program specifics, and help determine if Placement School aligns with your goals.
Join an Info Session
Attend one of our live virtual information sessions to experience our teaching approach firsthand, meet instructors, and hear directly from alumni about their Placement School experience and subsequent career transitions.
Upcoming Events
- Remote Tech Careers Webinar – June 15th
- Alumni Panel: Transitioning to Remote Work – June
22nd - Open Q&A with Enrollment Advisors – Weekly on
Thursdays - Remote Work Skills Workshop – July 5th
What Makes Us Unique
Our Competitive Advantage Include:
The Placement School Advantage
What truly sets Placement School apart is our comprehensive ecosystem designed specifically for remote career success. While many programs offer job placement assistance, we’ve built an end-to-end solution that prepares you for every aspect of remote work4from mastering digital collaboration tools to navigating the unique challenges of distributed teams. Our curriculum evolves in real-time based on feedback from employer partners, ensuring you’re always learning the most relevant skills for today’s remote job market.
Fully Remote Learning
Experience the remote work environment from day one with our 100% virtual program. Develop critical remote work habits while learning at your own pace from anywhere in the world.
Customized Learning Paths
We recognize that every career journey is unique. Our personalized approach tailors curriculum and project work to your specific goals, background, and target industries.
Employer Partnerships
Gain direct access to our network of 200+ remote- first employers actively seeking talent with verified remote skills and experience.
Ongoing Career Support
Our relationship doesn't end at placement. Receive continuous career coaching, skill refreshers, and advancement opportunities throughout your remote career journey.
Meet Your Career Partners
The Placement School support system is designed to provide 24/7 resources through multiple channels. Whether you prefer scheduled 1:1 coaching sessions, peer-based community forums, or on-demand learning materials, you’ll never lack for guidance. Our team remains accessible even after business hours through asynchronous channels, recognizing that many of our students are balancing current jobs, family responsibilities, or different time zones while preparing for their remote career transition.
Expert Career Coaches
Our certified career coaches average 13+ years of remote work experience across diverse industries. Each coach specializes in specific remote career paths, providing insider knowledge on employer expectations, interview preparation, and career advancement strategies tailored to distributed teams.
Supporting Career Transitions
Learn from practitioners who have mastered the remote work landscape. Our instructional team brings real-world experience from companies like Shopify, GitLab, and Buffer- pioneers in remote work culture. They don’t just teach theory; they share practical strategies they’ve personally used to succeed in remote environments.
Alumni Mentors
Connect with graduates who have successfully navigated the path you’re on. Our alumni mentor network spans five continents and dozens of industries, offering perspective on everything from niche technical questions to cultural adaptation in global teams. These peer relationships often become valuable professional connections.
Our Impact by the Numbers
These numbers tell the story of our commitment to creating meaningful impact in the lives of our students. We’re particularly proud of our ability to help career changers pivot successfully- 80% of our graduates secure remote roles in industries different from their previous experience. This demonstrates both the effectiveness of our training methodology and the growing acceptance of transferable skills in the remote job market. As remote work continues to expand globally, we’re dedicated to scaling our impact while maintaining the personalized approach that yields these exceptional results.
Professionals who have
successfully transitioned
to remote careers through
our programs since 2021
Geographic diversity of our
student body, spanning six continents
Average rating from alumni in our comprehensive annual survey
Graduates who have referred friends and colleagues to Placement School
Our Values & Philosophy
These core values inform every aspect of the Placement School experience. We believe that remote work represents not just a career path but a lifestyle choice that can dramatically improve quality of life when approached mindfully. Our commitment to these principles has built a community of graduates who not only succeed professionally but thrive personally in their remote careers.
Lifelong Learning
We champion continuous skill development as essential in the rapidly evolving digital economy. Our programs instill habits of curiosity, adaptability, and technological fluency that extend far beyond initial job placement.
Equity & Inclusion
We're committed to creating pathways to remote work for underrepresented communities. Our scholarship programs, flexible payment options, and inclusive curriculum design reflect our belief that diversity strengthens remote teams.
Community-Centered
Remote work shouldn't mean isolation. We foster vibrant learning communities where peer support, collaborative problem-solving, and relationship building become professional advantages.
Holistic Well-being
We recognize that remote work presents unique mental health challenges. Our curriculum includes strategies for work-life boundaries, preventing burnout, and maintaining social connections in distributed teams.
Why Choose Us? Guaranteed Placement & Remote Success
Our comprehensive approach to remote career development has earned us recognition as the leading specialized remote work training program. Unlike traditional education platforms, we measure our success solely by your employment outcomes and career satisfaction.
The Placement School Promise
- Job placement guarantee with full tuition refund if not placed within our guarantee period
- Personalized career coaching with dedicated mentors throughout your journey
- Real-world projects developed in collaboration with our employer partners
- Lifetime access to our alumni network and continuing education resources