The Best School for Programming and QA Training: How Hillel IT School Builds a Powerful Ecosystem for a Successful IT Career

Hillel IT School has been recognized as the top school for programming and QA engineer training in 2024. Ranking among the top 10 IT educational platforms in Ukraine, Hillel IT School has twice secured leadership in these fields as part of the prestigious Ukrainian Business Award.

“The Ukrainian IT sector can compete on a global scale. It is vital for us to train specialists ready to tackle the most complex tasks and ambitious projects. For students, this means quality education and a successful career; for companies, it ensures access to top-tier professionals,” emphasized Vadym Drumov, CEO and co-founder of Hillel IT School, in his social media statement.

The award candidates were evaluated based on a comprehensive list of criteria, including the number and quality of courses, the usability of the learning platform, user reviews, the availability of mentorship, and job placement support.

How the Winner Was Chosen

Out of all IT schools and educational platforms in Ukraine catering to adult learners, only the top 10 finalists made it to the final stage. The evaluation criteria and analytics system were meticulously developed by the Ukrainian Business Award in collaboration with its analytical partners—Serpstat, You Control, LooqMe, and Clarity Project.

The selection process was based on several quantitative and qualitative indicators, including the diversity of course offerings, customer orientation, platform usability, student feedback, the availability of video materials and methodological guides, additional learning benefits, mentorship opportunities, and job placement support.

Hillel IT School’s Unique Approach

Hillel IT School achieved the highest score thanks to its comprehensive approach to education, including its innovative interactive platform, Hillel LMS. This platform provides users with all the resources needed for effective learning, career development, and employment. With 24/7 access to educational materials and communication tools, the platform is available on iOS and Android apps for maximum convenience.

“My primary role is as a RingCentral SDET team lead, but I also teach at Hillel IT School and actively use its platform. I’ve worked with various IT schools and remember the days when learning management relied on Google Docs and different messengers. Those days are gone since I started teaching at Hillel. I can confidently say that the management of learning here is incredibly convenient and user-friendly. Over the past five years, I’ve seen continuous progress in the platform’s development, with each release making it better. The platform’s success is rooted in the hard and soft skills of the entire Hillel team, along with their strategic vision, market analysis, meticulous quality control, and constant improvements focused on students,” shared Oleksandr Holubishko, an instructor at Hillel IT School.

Vadym Drumov, CEO and co-founder of Hillel IT School, was honored for his significant contributions to the development and creation of this innovative learning environment.

A Leading Educational Platform in Ukraine

Hillel IT School is one of Ukraine’s largest educational platforms. For over 12 years, its team has been equipping Ukrainians with essential IT and digital knowledge and skills. The school offers opportunities for beginners to master new professions and for experienced professionals to enhance their qualifications.

Currently, Hillel IT School provides more than 48 courses in various fields, including IT, marketing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and more. The school also excels in corporate training, serving teams across diverse industries. Organizations from sectors such as banking, insurance, retail, healthcare, agriculture, and telecommunications continue to choose Hillel IT School for their educational needs.