We Started With A Simple Question
Why does learning feel so disconnected from actual work?
Back in 2023, three former educators sat in a coffee shop in District 7, frustrated with the gap between what students learned and what employers needed. We'd seen too many bright people struggle not because they lacked potential, but because traditional education wasn't built for how modern work actually happens. That conversation became MentraCere.
Building Something Different
We didn't want to create another certificate factory. The market already had plenty of those. What Vietnam needed was a place where learning actually connected to real projects and real outcomes.
Our first program launched in March 2024 with 23 students. We made mistakes—plenty of them. The curriculum was too theoretical at first. We adjusted. The mentorship structure needed work. We fixed it. But those early students stuck with us, and many of them are now working in roles they couldn't have imagined a year ago.
That taught us something important: people don't need perfect programs. They need honest ones that evolve based on what actually works.
How We Actually Work
These aren't values we put on a wall. They're decisions we make every day when designing programs and working with learners.
Real Projects First
Every lesson connects to something people actually build or solve. We don't teach abstract concepts and hope students figure out the application later. The project is the lesson.
Industry Connection
Our mentors work in the field right now. They know what tools companies use today, what problems teams face this month, and what skills open doors in 2025. Theory matters, but context matters more.
Flexible Timelines
Some people need three months. Others need six. We've stopped pretending everyone learns at the same pace. Progress matters more than arbitrary deadlines, though we do keep things structured enough to maintain momentum.
Honest Feedback
We tell students when their work isn't ready. Not to be harsh, but because vague encouragement doesn't help anyone improve. Good feedback is specific, actionable, and focused on the work, not the person.
Community Learning
The best insights often come from peers, not instructors. We've built our programs around group work, peer reviews, and collaborative problem-solving because that's how actual workplaces function.
Continuous Updates
What we taught in January might change by June. The technology industry doesn't wait, and neither do we. Our curriculum evolves based on what's actually happening in the market, not what a textbook says.
The People Behind The Programs
We're a small team, which means everyone here actually shapes what we build. No layers of management between an idea and implementation.
Linh Dương
Former software engineer who got tired of interviewing candidates with degrees but no practical experience. Spent five years at a tech company in District 2 before joining us to fix that gap. She designs our curriculum and tests everything with real students before we scale it.
Khải Trương
Came from educational publishing where he saw firsthand how disconnected most learning materials were from actual application. He handles how we structure programs, mentor matching, and the feedback loops that keep our content relevant. Also makes the best coffee in the office.
What We're Committed To
Transparency
We share what's working and what isn't. Our placement rates, student feedback, and program outcomes are available to anyone who asks. If we make a mistake, we talk about it openly and explain how we're fixing it.
Accessible Learning
Good education shouldn't require perfect English or a computer science degree. We design programs for people who are smart and motivated but might not fit the traditional student profile. Different backgrounds bring better perspectives.
Market Relevance
We talk to hiring managers, review job postings, and track what skills actually get people hired. Our programs change based on that research, not on what feels comfortable to teach. The goal is employability, not comfort.
Long-term Support
Learning doesn't end when a program does. We stay connected with graduates, help them navigate career questions, and keep them updated on industry changes. You're part of the community, not just a former student.
Want To Learn More?
We're always happy to talk about our programs, answer questions, or just discuss what we're working on. No sales pitch—just honest conversation.
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