Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions:

To apply, please book a 10-minute intro call with our Enrollment Team. They will answer your questions about our programs and evaluate if they are a good fit for you.

No, Our Programs Are Not Self-Paced. We Believe That Self-Paced Programs Often Lead To Procrastination. Our Programs Offer Weekly Interactions With Live Instructors, A Robust Learning Management System, And High Engagement To Keep You Motivated Throughout The Program.

No, Our Programs Are Only Available Virtually. Despite Being Virtual, We Prioritize Direct Engagement. We Foster An Active Class Environment Where Trainees Are Encouraged To Connect And Share Their Experiences. You Will Never Be Alone In Your Efforts.

Our Programs Are Designed For Non-IT Professionals, So You Don’t Need A Technical Background. We Provide All The Necessary Building Blocks From IT Infrastructure To Networking Fundamentals. Our Goal Is To Take You From 0 To Job Ready And Offer Apprenticeship Opportunities To Enhance Your Hands-On Experience.

No, A College Degree Is Not Required. The Majority Of Our Trainees Do Not Have A College Degree Or A Background In IT. Our Comprehensive Program Caters To Individuals At Different Levels, Including Non-Degree Holders, And Recent High School Graduates.

You don’t need any prior tech experience to join our program, but there is one important step before enrolling: you must take our Computer Assessment Test.

Our Cohort-Based Programs Offer Scheduling Tailored For Working Professionals. Evening Sessions Are Common, But The Frequency May Vary Depending On The Program.

Our Program Is Delivered Online And Features:

Hybrid E-Learning: A Combination Of Mandatory Weekly Live Sessions With Self-Directed Online Exercises And Pre-Recorded Video Instructions.

Lockstep Teaching: You Follow Our Curriculum In A Group Setting, Fostering Engagement And Providing Peer Support.

Holistic Programming: Our Training Covers Various IT Tenets, Principles, And Disciplines To Prepare You As A Well-Rounded Professional.

Apprenticeship And Personalized Career Coaching: We Offer Individualized Career Coaching And Facilitate Your Apprenticeship.

Specialization Tracks: 

Ansible Automation Track
 The Ansible Track is designed for those seeking to specialize in automating infrastructure tasks. You’ll learn how to manage and automate large-scale infrastructure, system configurations, and application deployments using Ansible. 

DevOps on AWS Track
 The DevOps on AWS Track provides in-depth training on AWS-native DevOps practices. This track covers continuous integration, continuous delivery, containerization, and infrastructure as code which all powered by AWS. 

YT Genius: AI-powered learning companion, built on Yellow Tail Tech’s curriculum to simplify tough topics, guides you through labs and projects.

Our Program Offers A Distinctive Approach With Our Zero To Job-Ready Model. We Prioritize Building Solid Foundational Skills And Knowledge, Offering Hands-On Experience Through Facilitated Apprenticeships, And Providing Personalized Career Coaching. By Incorporating Live Lectures And Fostering High Engagement, We Ensure That You Are Well-Prepared For The Job Market.

Our Instructors And TA’s (Teacher Assistants) Are Industry-Certified Career Professionals With 30 Years Of Combined Expertise In Linux OS. We Bring Real-Time And Relevant Industry Knowledge To The Classroom. Our Eight-Year Track Record And Testimonials From Past Trainees Attest To Our Hands-On Approach And Success.

Yes, we offer various financing options. Our enrollment team will provide details on the available financing options.

Based on our experience, we’ve found that trainees who have made an upfront investment in their education are more likely to remain engaged and motivated throughout the program. We want to invest our time and resources in individuals who are equally committed to their career progression.

No. Currently, we’re focused on the U.S. job market, and our programs are tailored to meet U.S. industry requirements. At this time, we are only accepting U.S. citizens.

We don’t currently accept the GI Bill or Vet Tech, but we do offer flexible financing options. You can discuss those with our Enrollment Team during your 10-minute intro call.

 No, you do not need a high school diploma or GED to enroll. Many of our successful trainees come from nontraditional backgrounds. What matters most is your commitment to the process and willingness to learn.

No, Yellow Tail Tech does not offer Income Share Agreements (ISA). However, we do have other flexible financing options available to help you get started.

The best way to find the option that fits your situation is to book a free 10-minute call with our Enrollment Advisor. They’ll walk you through your choices and answer any questions you have.

We no longer offer tuition reimbursement because we found that it often attracted individuals who weren’t fully committed to succeeding in the program. Some students treated it as a safety net rather than putting in the focus and effort required to build real skills. However, we provide flexible payment options and financing plans to make the program more accessible. Additionally, we offer the Career Success Commitment Program to support you throughout your journey and beyond.

Lnx for Jobs:

 The Lnx for Jobs program prepares you for roles like Linux System Administrator or Junior DevOps Engineer. 

You should plan to dedicate 10 – 12 hours per week. That includes live sessions, assignments, practice, and coaching. It’s a serious commitment, but it’s how we help you get real results.

Yes. You’ll have access to live support, and a community of peers and instructors. You’re not doing this alone—we’re here every step of the way.

Our apprenticeship is a real-world, guided experience. You’ll work on actual IT projects to apply your skills and build experience that stands out to hiring managers. It’s not a simulation—it’s your first step into the industry.

We’ve built in multiple layers of support. Our Student Success Team tracks progress and reaches out when needed. Whether it’s extra help or a game plan to catch up, we’re on it.

Yes! The Lnx for Jobs program is delivered 100% online. All live sessions, mentorship, coaching, and apprenticeship work are fully remote, making it accessible from anywhere in the U.S.

If you complete the Lnx for Jobs program, you’ll be prepared to earn two key industry certifications:

  • CompTIA Security+
  • Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)

These certifications are highly respected in the IT industry and help boost your chances of landing a job in the field. You’ll receive full support and prep throughout the program to help you succeed.

Live classes are held from 7 PM to 9 PM Eastern Time (ET). While the time stays the same, the specific days of the week may vary between Monday and Friday depending on your program and cohort.

You’ll receive a full schedule after enrollment, so you can plan ahead and stay on track.

Ideally, we look for students who are in the Eastern Time (ET) zone or can comfortably adjust to it. Our program is designed to cater to students in the U.S., so all live sessions, support, and activities follow ET hours.

If you’re able to align with our schedule, you can still join the program and fully benefit from the experience.

Ansible Automation Track

The Ansible Automation Track is an extra training option after completing Linux Training and Apprenticeship. After finishing those, you can either:


  • Start your job search, or
  • Take the Ansible Automation Track to improve your skills and make your profile stand out.


This track teaches Ansible Automation and helps you prepare for Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) certification.

Taking this track can help you:

  • Stand out to employers.
  • Automate IT tasks.
  • Qualify for higher-paying DevOps and system admin roles.

The Ansible Automation track strengthens your job profile before applying.

To join the track, you need to have:

  • Completed Lnx for Jobs Training
  • Get your RHCSA and Security+


If you’ve met the requirements, contact the Student Success Team to get started. 

The track runs for 5 weeks of live training sessions, followed by a 6-week apprenticeship where you apply what you’ve learned in real-world projects, plus 3 weeks of certification preparation.

You’ll complete hands-on automation projects such as deploying virtual machines, configuring systems, setting up monitoring and alerting, and automating backup processes, all using Ansible.

No. This track is optional. You can choose to start your job search after completing your apprenticeship, or take this track to further strengthen your skills and job profile.

Ansible is widely used for automating IT infrastructure, making it a highly sought-after skill in DevOps, system administration, and cloud engineering roles.

Roles such as DevOps Engineer, System Administrator, Infrastructure Automation Engineer, and IT Automation Specialist.

Ansible skills are in high demand, especially for roles in IT automation, DevOps, and system administration.

We provide career coaching, job search assistance, mock interviews, and support from your instructors throughout the track and beyond.

Primarily, you will learn Ansible, but also other tools relevant to automation like VM management, system configuration, monitoring, and backup utilities.

No, this track focuses solely on Ansible for automation. While these tools are important, they are covered in other specialized courses to provide more in-depth training.

You must have completed the Lnx for Jobs training and obtained the RHCSA and Security+ certifications.

Yes, mock interviews are a part of the program to prepare you for the job market and help you practice your skills with industry professionals.

Industries like IT services, finance, healthcare, government, and cloud-based startups all benefit from professionals skilled in infrastructure automation.

To enroll, contact the Student Success Team. They’ll verify your eligibility and guide you through the enrollment process.

Yes, as long as you’ve met the prerequisites (Lnx For Jobs, RHCSA, Security+, and Apprenticeship/Career Coaching), you can enroll even during your apprenticeship.

No, the Ansible Automation Track is designed to take you from basic to advanced levels, so prior experience is not required.

Yes, you’ll have access to instructors and resources to reinforce concepts and help with challenges outside class hours.

DevOps on AWS Track

It equips apprentices with cloud automation and DevOps skills, making them competitive for entry-cloud engineering roles.

AWS is the leading cloud provider by a wide margin, and their DevOps tools are widely used in enterprises because of their deep integration with core services.

Roles such as Cloud Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Site Reliability Engineer, and Infrastructure Engineer, Cloud Architect.

Apprentices will build and deploy a fully automated, event-driven application pipeline. Manage the start and end of a deployment life cycle and understand how to think regarding DevOps and Cloud troubleshooting.

It provides foundational knowledge beneficial for AWS DevOps Engineer – Professional certification.

DevOps engineers are in high demand, especially those with AWS expertise.

This course focuses entirely on AWS cloud native tools. It immerses apprentices in real-world applications rather than isolated labs or passive lectures.

Career coaching, job search assistance, and mock interviews are provided, as well as class hours with a professional career Cloud DevOps Engineer.

Yes, apprentices work on real-world projects using AWS services.

AWS CodeStar, CloudFormation, ECS, EventBridge, SNS, CloudWatch, and more.

No, the course focuses solely on AWS-native tools. Third party tools are important and will be covered in a separate course to provide the level of detail they deserve with updates on current industry trends around containers and serverless.

Basic AWS knowledge, Linux fundamentals, and some scripting experience are recommended.

Yes. All sessions are live and highly interactive.

Projects in infrastructure automation, CI/CD pipelines, event-driven architecture, and scalability.

Yes, mock interviews with industry experts are part of the program.

IT services, finance, healthcare, government, and cloud-based startups, TechEd.

Apprentices will complete a range of 20 projects aligned with AWS best practices for scalability, security, and automation.

If you’re interested in joining the track, just reach out to the Career Success Team. They’ll check your eligibility and guide you through the enrollment process.

No, there’s no extra cost. As long as you’ve completed the required training and certifications, this track is included in your student journey.

The course runs two days a week—Mondays and Fridays—from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM EST, for a total of 4 hours per week.

The full track spans 8 weeks of learning, followed by 6 weeks of apprenticeship, and wraps with 2 weeks of AWS DevOps certification preparation.

Yes, as long as you’ve met the prerequisites (Lnx For Jobs, RHCSA, Security+, and Apprenticeship/Career Coaching), you can enroll even while completing your apprenticeship.

Not at all. This track is designed to build your skills from the ground up—based on what you’ve already learned in the core program.

Absolutely. You’ll have access to instructors, resources, and your community to help reinforce the concepts between sessions.

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