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Learn Blockchain & Cryptocurrency with Vertical Institute
Why Choose Blockchain & Cryptocurrency
Global efforts have been drumming up demand for crypto, which partly drove the price action. The market capitalisation of the global crypto market surged from US$795 billion at the start of 2023 to US$1.61 trillion as of 8 December 2023, a 79% increase.
Source: Seedly
Who is This Course For
Aspiring Blockchain Enthusiasts
Dive into the world of blockchain and cryptocurrency. Acquire cutting-edge skills to explore exciting opportunities in this rapidly evolving field.
Tech Professionals
Elevate your technical knowledge by mastering blockchain technology and cryptocurrency. Whether you're in IT, software development, or cybersecurity, these skills will enhance your professional profile.
Investors and Financial Analysts
Gain in-depth knowledge of blockchain and crypto to make smarter investment choices. Leverage these insights to stay ahead in the financial landscape.
Students and Lifelong Learners
Whether you're a student or a lifelong learner, grasp the essentials of blockchain and cryptocurrency. Equip yourself with valuable knowledge in this trending field.
Skills You’ll Learn
- Intro to Blockchain and Cryptocurrency
- Transactions and Wallets
- Mining and Staking
- Exchanges
- Smart Contracts, DApps And DAOs
- NFT
- DeFi and more!
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Course Details
Online classes via Zoom
7 Lessons, 3 hours each session
1 Instructor + TA supports
Course Fee & Government Subsidies
Pay even less or 0 cash with government subsidies 🎉
Singaporeans aged 40 and above
Singaporeans aged
below 40
Permanent
Residents
SFC
All Singaporeans aged 25 years old and above can use their SkillsFuture Credits to fully offset the remaining fees.
UTAP
In addition, NTUC members can utilize UTAP to offset 50% of remaining fees (capped up to $500 per year).
Got questions? Reach out to our team.
Upcoming Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Course Schedules
Meet our Instructors
Peter
CO-Founder, CEO @ Synectify
Dr of Philosophy, National University of Singapore
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Course Curriculum
Master the fundamentals of Blockchain & Cryptocurrency through our comprehensive and hands-on curriculum.
Pre-Work
As a VI student, you will be given access to online learning materials in our e-learning portal.
To get you ready for learning, this essential pre-work will familiarise you with the basics of the key concepts and tools we will be using throughout the course.
Although you will learn these topics remotely before you arrive in class, you won’t be far away from the resources of the VI community. Make use of our Telegram channel to leverage connections with students, alumni, instructors and experts. At the end of your pre-work, you’ll be ready for the fast pace on campus!
After the course, you can choose to participate in follow-up sessions with your instructor, either in a group and/or individually, included as part of the course fee.
Module 1: Introduction To Blockchain And Cryptocurrency
Tutorials:
- What Is Blockchain?
- Why Does It Matter?
- Where Did It Come From?
- Overview Of The Modules And How They Fit Together
Module 2: Transactions And Wallets
Tutorials:
- Features Of Blockchains
- Cryptocurrencies
- Exploring Blockchains
- Wallets, Hardware, Software
- Transactions
- Industry Overview
Module 3: Mining And Staking
Tutorials:
- The Role Of Mining & How It Works
- History And Industry
- Mining Metrics And Econometrics
- Proof-of-Work And Sustainability
- Staking
Module 4: Exchanges
Tutorials:
- The Role Of Exchanges In The Blockchain Ecosystem
- Centralised, Decentralised, Over-The-Counter Exchanges
- Exchange And Trading Terminology
- News Sources For Trading
- Understanding Risk, Evaluating Opportunities
Module 5: Smart Contracts, DApps And DAOs
Tutorials:
- What Is A Smart Contract?
- What Are Coins And Tokens?
- What Is A DApp?
- The Role Of Oracles
- Decentralised Autonomous Organisations (DAOs)
- Forking
Module 6: NFT
Tutorials:
- What Is An NFT
- NFT Applications
- NFT Design And Implementation
- History Of NFTs
- Challenges To NFTs
- How NFT Are Created And Transacted
Module 7: DeFi
Tutorials:
- Decentralised Finance Defined
- DeFi Activities
- Decentralised Exchanges
- DeFi Stable Coins
- DeFi Insurance Markets
How to Apply in 3 Simple Steps
Select Class Schedule
Choose convenient classes on evenings or weekends.
Calculate Your Subsidies
Fill out the form to calculate your government subsidies.
Pay $50 Deposit To Secure Your Spot
Instead of paying the full fee, place a small deposit to secure your slot.
8 Reasons to Learn Blockchain & Cryptocurrency with Vertical Institute
🌱 Beginner-Friendly
Upskill with our Blockchain & Cryptocurrency course even with no prior background or experience.
🧑🎓 Professional Certificate
Gain an accredited and recognised course certification in Singapore.
💻 Expert-led Learning
Learn concepts and tools through expert-led lectures, discussions and project work.
👨💻 Hands-on Training
Full hands-on training using industry tools in real-life scenarios.
💬 Out of Class Support
Get out of class supports from teaching assistants and instructor.
📚 Lifetime Resource Access
Unlock lifelong learning with access to course materials and support.
🤝 Community Benefits
Be part of the VI community and leverage connections with alumni and experts.
⭐️ Career Support
Dedicated career support and job matching with hiring partners.
Get Certified in Blockchain & Cryptocurrency
Upon successful completion of this IBF-accredited bootcamp, you will be awarded a cybersecurity certification recognised by employers in Singapore. VI alumni can use their course certificate to demonstrate skills to employers and their network.
Pro Tips: Show your certification on LinkedIn to enhance your professional image and attract potential employers.
Job Placement Assistance
Vertical Institute offers Job Placement Assistance to graduates that have successfully completed any of our courses.
Over 100 hiring partners
Land internship & industry opportunities
Apply your new skills learnt
What Our Students Say About the Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Course
Charmayne
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency
Accomplished the blockchain course and my experience with Vertical Institute was great. The TAs were friendly, the platform was easy to use, courses were efficient and fun. The class community has helpful mentors and students will help you with your questions. Not forgetting my instructor, Peter, who was fantastic during the bootcamp.
Muhd Syafiq
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency
The online lessons were very engaging and easy to follow especially for beginners. Tutors and teaching assistants were also very patient and helpful in explaining the topics. Overall I am satisfied and glad that I enrolled for the bootcamp with vertical institute.
Benjamin Lam
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency
The course was very easy to follow even for a beginner, the instructors are friendly and approachable as well. Queries were also answered promptly by the team. I would recommend it for anyone with no background and looking to learn about Blockchain. Thanks for the great experience!
Lina Kwek
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency
It was my first time that I used skillfuture to sign up with VI, and the learning experience was totally great! The course content and its online lessons were well-paced and conveniently carried out.
Instructor was knowledgeable and detailed in his trainings and his TAs were helpful. It was highly recommended to join VI. Thank you VI and fellow instructors!
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Course FAQs
What is Blockchain?
“Insiders said the crypto-asset market will only grow as new generations of users gradually come online. From their point of view, it is only a matter of time before blockchain-backed applications and tokens become mainstream.”
– The Straits Times, 25 September 2022
With the potential to become the next revolutionary, new-age technology solutions provider in various different industries such as Healthcare, Real Estate and many more, Blockchain technology has been making waves in today’s digital world!
Many industry leaders and experts today are expecting to see major breakthroughs in the coming years and that is why we are seeing a rapid demand for skilled talents in the Blockchain industry today.
Acquiring skills in Blockchain development today can give you a competitive edge and unlock a world of career opportunities.
Are there course fee subsidies available?
Yes, there is up to 70% funding support from The Institute of Banking & Finance (IBF) for our IBF-accredited programmes:
The IBF Standards Training Scheme (“IBF-STS”) provides funding for training and assessment programmes accredited under the Skills Framework for Financial Services.
For our training programmes that are IBF-accredited, eligible Singaporeans & PRs may receive funding support under the IBF Standards Training Scheme (IBF-STS), subjected to all eligibility criteria being met.
For more information on the funding support, please visit: https://www.ibf.org.sg/programmes/Pages/IBF-STS.aspx
Can I use SkillsFuture Credits to pay for the remaining course fee after funding?
Yes. For self-sponsored Singaporeans aged 25 years old and above, you can use your SkillsFuture Credit to offset the remaining course fees after IBF funding.
To check your SkillsFuture credit balance, please follow these steps:
- Go to https://myskillsfuture.gov.sg
- Click on ‘Submit SkillsFuture Credit Claims’
- Login with your SingPass
- Click on the arrow (>) at the top right hand corner. You will be able to see a drop-down list of your Available SkillsFuture Credits.
After you have registered for a course, a VI representative will reach out to guide you with the SkillsFuture Credits
*Please note that our bootcamps are not eligible for “Additional SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career Support)’. You will only be able to use available credits from ‘SkillsFuture Credit’ and ‘One-off SkillsFuture Credit Top-Up’.
Can NTUC Union members use UTAP to offset the remaining course fee after funding?
Yes, all our courses are eligible for Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP) Funding. NTUC Union members can use UTAP to offset 50% of unfunded course fees (capped at $500 per year).
This claim must be done after completion of the course. Please refer to the UTAP FAQ for more information.
Can I use SkillsFuture Credits and UTAP at the same time?
For illustration purposes only:
Am I eligible for IBF funding support?
The IBF funding support works on a nett fee model. This means that the subsidy is applied upfront, and you will only need to pay the balance course fees after the subsidy. For example, if you are eligible for 70% subsidy, you only need to pay the remaining 30% upfront.
To be eligible, you’ll have to meet the following prerequisites.
For Self-Sponsored:
All Singaporeans or Singapore Permanent Residents (PRs) that are physically based in Singapore and successfully complete the course will be eligible.
- Be a Singaporean Citizen or PR based in Singapore
- Minimum of 75% attendance (this means that you must attend at least 6 out of 7 lessons)
- Pass the final assessment
Any balance course fees can be offset using your SkillsFuture Credits & NTUC UTAP funding.
For Company-Sponsored:
- Be from Financial Institutions that are regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) (either licensed / exempted from licensing) or Fintech companies that are registered with the Singapore Fintech Association.
- Be a Singaporean Citizen or PR physically based in Singapore
- Minimum of 75% attendance (this means that you must attend at least 6 out of 7 lessons)
- Pass the final assessment
Are there instalment plans available?
We offer interest-free instalment plans to ensure tech education is accessible to all Singaporeans and PRs. You may reach out to our admissions team for more information via:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 6950 7023
Are there any pre-requisites for this course?
This program is suitable for beginners with no pre-requisites.
What softwares do I need to download?
The tools will be web-server based, hence no installation is required.
You will need to have your own personal laptop/PC to attend the bootcamp.
Is there a Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Certificate granted at the end of the course?
Upon successful completion of this IBF-accredited course, participants will be awarded a blockchain and cryptocurrency certification recognised by employers in Singapore. VI alumni use their course certificate to demonstrate skills to employers and their LinkedIn network.
Our programmes are well-regarded by top companies, who contribute to our curriculum and use our courses to train their own teams.
What if I cannot attend a class?
If you miss a lesson, you are allowed to attend a makeup class. This would be the corresponding class of another intake that same week, subject to availability. If you cannot make it for the makeup class, then you can simply watch the recorded lesson video.
Your attendance is only counted if you attend a makeup class.
What are the other in-demand courses at Vertical Institute?
- Data Analytics Course
- Cybersecurity Course
- Digital Marketing Course
- UX Design Course
- Advanced Data Analytics Course
With these resources, students have the opportunity to cultivate their tech skills and set a strong foundation for a successful career in the ever-evolving technology industry. Singaporeans and PRs are eligible for government course subsidies at Vertical Institute.
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