Yes! No entrance exam, no prior tech experience needed - you start hands-on from day 1
9 months of evening online classes that allow you to keep your full-time job
A risk-free start - after 6 weeks, earn a Core Programming Certificate and decide if Python is for you
Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday (6:30 pm – 9:30 pm). Start: March 23, 2026 (online)
20+ hrs/week, including time for self-preparation and teamwork activities
Learn in a small group with support from 15+ professionals dedicated to your success
Conducted in Bulgarian, but all learning materials are in English
Python Developer certificate, fully equipped for your IT career
BGN 500 / EUR 255.65 – paid upfront, covering 6 weeks of training, mentorship, soft skills, and the Core Programming Certificate
BGN 6,500 / EUR 3,323.4 – paid before the end of week 6 if you decide to continue learning
Total: BGN 7,000 / EUR 3,579.15 (flexible payment options)
Book a free call with our experienced advisor (in Bulgarian)
In Telerik Academy Alpha, you’ll master the technical and soft skills you need to launch your IT career - now with flexible evening classes.
Alpha students are the top choice for our partner network of leading employers. Upon graduation, you’ll gain exclusive access to this network and the career opportunities it offers.
We’ll help you develop crucial programming skills for a lasting career as a Python Developer.
Invest your time and skills into a sector pivotal for the future of all industries— a field destined for continuous growth.
There’s a growing demand for Python developers but also a great shortage of such experts. Becoming one of them means an abundance of job opportunities in a variety of domains.
Python consistently ranks #1 or #2 in major programming language indexes like TIOBE.
It’s an excellent choice for beginners because of its simple syntax and high readability factor.
Python is widely used in web development, data science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and even game development.
Python is highly flexible and extensible and has more useful libraries than any other language.
Alpha Python is for you, regardless of your background and experience. You only need to be:
💡 Not sure if Python is for you? Our first 6 weeks include a Fundamentals certificate, so you gain valuable skills even if you decide not to continue.
We’ve designed the first phase of Alpha Python to ensure you start with strong programming fundamentals and the most sought-after Soft Skills - no coding experience needed. This structured introduction helps you smoothly transition into Python, build confidence, and decide if programming is for you.
1. Submit your online application. No entrance exam required.
2. Take a logical reasoning test, measuring your ability to learn and adapt
3. Start your journey with the first 6 weeks of Fundamentals training (paid)
4. Earn
your Fundamentals certificate and continue into Python specialization (paid)
Book a free call with our experienced advisor. Ask your questions and learn more about Alpha, the program, financial options and more.
Designed for beginners and refined over the years, our Alpha Python program, endorsed by top companies, prepares you for your first IT job in just 9 months with evening classes
Congratulations! You’re now a Master Junior ninja, and ready to kick-start your career.
You will receive a Telerik Academy certificate – widely recognized in the IT industry in Bulgaria.
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Passionate about teaching and devoted to helping people thrive – this is our stellar team supporting you.
Nora AndonovaTechnical Trainer
Konstantin ValchanovTechnical Trainer
Boyan HadjievSoft Skills Trainer
Natalia SvetozarovaCareer Coach
Galina Nikolova
Program Manager
Our alumni jumpstart their careers in some of the best tech companies.
I left my job to pursue a career in the IT industry. I had no time to waste, and Telerik Academy is the fastest and most effective way to become a developer. When you know that you are entering an important battle, you take your biggest weapon with you.
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I’m extremely grateful to Telerik Academy for all the doors it opened for me. Working along with so many smart, talented and passionate professionals would’ve never been possible without the Academy.
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I feel much happier, and most importantly, in the right place! Everything that I have learned at the Telerik Academy Alpha program is valuable and above all – applicable in the real-life work environment.
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By the end of your training, you’ll be able to create applications that are at least as good.
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Start with a small 500 BGN investment - decide in 6 weeks if you’re ready to commit. Starting junior dev salaries range between BGN 1,600-2,300, making it a strong career choice.
Yes, you can spread your tuition payments over 12-24 months through a bank loan with one of our partner banks - Allianz, ProCredit, or TBI.
We continue to offer students the option to pay for their studies with a tuition fee deferral with the help of the European Investment Fund (EIF) and our partnership with Allianz Bank Bulgaria. Individuals must be Bulgarian citizens and 18 years of age or older for the bank loan. They must have completed the application process for the Alpha program and be admitted to the chosen program.
If you have any questions, contact us at info@telerikacademy.com for guidance.
**Illustrative installment payment method. Different terms may apply based on borrowers’ credit score and creditworthiness as well as the bank’s current offering.
We offer a zero-risk policy! You can drop out within the first 6 weeks of the program with no financial consequences. This allows you to explore the program and decide if it’s the right fit - completely risk-free.
Absolutely! No prior experience is needed. The first 6 weeks of the program focus on Core Programming Fundamentals, where you'll build essential programming skills with mentorship from industry experts. You'll also cover the most important Soft Skills topics and skills. This phase helps you transition smoothly into Python - if you decide not to continue, you'll still earn a Core Programming Certificate. Learn more!
We've had students of various ages and stages of their lives in the past and they’ve succeeded in their journey to become developers. Age is just a number – the only thing that matters here is your motivation to learn, develop new skills and commit to the program.
You only need to be 18 years of age or older to enroll in the course. If you're younger than 18 years, you can check our Telerik Academy School programs.
Just start - it's risk-free, and we made it as friendly as possible! With a small BGN 500/ EUR 255.65 investment (paid upfront - before the start of the program), you’ll spend 6 weeks building programming knowledge and earning a Core Programming Certificate. If you decide to continue after 6 weeks, pay the remaining BGN 6,500 / EUR 3323,4 (in full or in installments) by the end of week 6. If not, no further commitment - you walk with a certificate and new knowledge.
Yes, you can spread your tuition payments over 12-24 months through a bank loan with one of our partner banks - Allianz, ProCredit, or TBI.
We continue to offer students the option to pay for their studies with a tuition fee deferral with the help of the European Investment Fund (EIF) and our partnership with Allianz Bank Bulgaria. Individuals must be Bulgarian citizens and 18 years of age or older for the bank loan. They must have completed the application process for the Alpha program and be admitted to the chosen program.
If you have any questions, contact us at info@telerikacademy.com for guidance.
**The BGN 315/monthly (EUR 161,06/monthly) for 24 months is an illustrative installment payment method. Different terms may apply based on borrowers’ credit score, creditworthiness, and the bank’s current offering.
Yes! To help you stand out from the candidate pool, we dedicate 20% of our Alpha programs to polishing your personal and teamwork skills - how to manage feedback and expectations, ask the right questions, prioritize and much more. Plus, you will have a professional-grade portfolio. This includes your final project - a real-world web application built from scratch. And just before you graduate, our career services kick in to prepare you for the hiring process and to quickly settle into your new job.
We are also right by your side, providing you with up to 6 months of career-related services designed to help your job hunt and first months at work.
If you need help with choosing a new computer for the program, please use our forum.
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