Retrain in data or AI with the Maak je Stap voucher
Do you live in the province of Utrecht, the Amersfoort region or Gooi en Vechtstreek? Then you can apply for a voucher of up to €5,000 for ICT training. We help you choose the programme that fits the step you want to take.
Up to €5,000 per two years · For ICT training · Apply before you start
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- No obligation to enrol
How the Maak je Stap voucher works
The voucher comes from the Regionaal Talentfonds Utrecht and runs through MaakJeStap (in Dutch).
Who it's for
- You are 18 or older
- You live in the province of Utrecht, the Amersfoort region or Gooi en Vechtstreek
- You choose a programme in the ICT sector
What you get
- A contribution of up to €5,000 per person per two years; the amount is set per application
- Tuition and study materials are paid directly
- Laptops and travel costs are not included
How to apply
- Choose your programme and apply for the voucher through MaakJeStap
- Do this before your programme starts
- We have no say in whether it is granted, but we do help you with the right details
No voucher? Other routes
- UWV can pay for training if it is needed to find work
- Your employer can pay directly
- Pay in 3 or 5 installments at no extra cost
Programmes you can take with the voucher
A selection of our ICT programmes in data and AI. All prices are VAT-exempt; a single course starts at €750.
Data & Analytics Bootcamp
From €4,495, VAT-exempt. Become a data analyst: Excel, Power BI and data storytelling, finished with an analytics project. 18 weeks part-time, 144 hours.
Data Professional Bootcamp
From €6,995, VAT-exempt. An all-round data professional: Power BI, SQL, Python and machine learning. 27 weeks part-time.
AI Essentials Bootcamp
From €4,495, VAT-exempt. A practical foundation in AI without a technical background: prompting, Copilot, AI strategy and the EU AI Act. 18 weeks, 144 hours.
Applied AI Bootcamp
From €4,495, VAT-exempt. Put AI to practical use: AI agents, vibe coding and RAG, no programming background needed. 18 weeks, 144 hours.
Alumni tell their story
They came from another field and now work with data. This is how it went.
Priyant
From online marketer to data, with the bootcamp and a career coach
Yiselda
Alumna of the Data & Analytics Bootcamp
What our students say
Due to the course, the promotion quickly became a reality for me
The Data Science bootcamp has propelled me significantly in a short amount of time. Even during the course, an opportunity arose within the organization to advance to a role as a Data Scientist at an international level. Thanks to the newly acquired knowledge from the bootcamp, I was able to distinguish myself strongly, and the promotion quickly became a reality for me. The course itself was very enjoyable; the intensive interaction with fellow participants and hands-on homework assignments made it highly educational as well. I highly recommend it to anyone considering a career switch to Data Analytics / Data Science.
Remko de Jongste
Data Scientist
The practical approach taken throughout the course was truly commendable
The Data Science and Machine Learning Boot Camp offered a comprehensive and immersive learning experience. The curriculum is well-structured and covered all the fundamental concepts of data science and machine learning. The practical approach taken throughout the course was truly commendable. Hands-on exercises and real-world case studies were integrated into every module. The instructors and teaching assistants were supportive and they provided valuable feedback on assignments and projects. The knowledgeable instructors and interactive learning platform made it a truly enriching journey.
Navneeta Sahal
Data Analyst
We immediately started working on ML models for our clients
Thanks to this course, we can now create regression models ourselves. We immediately started working on churn prediction and media mix modeling for our clients. Thanks to the enthusiasm and knowledge of the instructor, the course was enjoyable, educational, and above all, immediately applicable.
Marcel van Brienen
Marketer
This course is perfectly accessible even without prior knowledge of data
In a short time, I was taken through the basics of Machine Learning and introduced to the various aspects and terms within Data Science. This was done in a clear and engaging manner and supplemented with clear assignments that could be done as homework. This course is perfectly accessible even without prior knowledge of data science and machine learning.
Wilbert Groenewoud
Engineering agency
Embracing AI makes my skills as a designer even more extensive
As a graphic designer, I notice that AI is going to play an increasingly large role within my field. Taking a course at Amsterdam Data Academy has given me a different perspective. Instead of a threat, I now see it much more as an opportunity. Thanks for putting on a different pair of glasses.
Arnoud
Graphic Designer
Due to the course, the promotion quickly became a reality for me
The Data Science bootcamp has propelled me significantly in a short amount of time. Even during the course, an opportunity arose within the organization to advance to a role as a Data Scientist at an international level. Thanks to the newly acquired knowledge from the bootcamp, I was able to distinguish myself strongly, and the promotion quickly became a reality for me. The course itself was very enjoyable; the intensive interaction with fellow participants and hands-on homework assignments made it highly educational as well. I highly recommend it to anyone considering a career switch to Data Analytics / Data Science.
Remko de Jongste
Data Scientist
We immediately started working on ML models for our clients
Thanks to this course, we can now create regression models ourselves. We immediately started working on churn prediction and media mix modeling for our clients. Thanks to the enthusiasm and knowledge of the instructor, the course was enjoyable, educational, and above all, immediately applicable.
Marcel van Brienen
Marketer
Embracing AI makes my skills as a designer even more extensive
As a graphic designer, I notice that AI is going to play an increasingly large role within my field. Taking a course at Amsterdam Data Academy has given me a different perspective. Instead of a threat, I now see it much more as an opportunity. Thanks for putting on a different pair of glasses.
Arnoud
Graphic Designer
The practical approach taken throughout the course was truly commendable
The Data Science and Machine Learning Boot Camp offered a comprehensive and immersive learning experience. The curriculum is well-structured and covered all the fundamental concepts of data science and machine learning. The practical approach taken throughout the course was truly commendable. Hands-on exercises and real-world case studies were integrated into every module. The instructors and teaching assistants were supportive and they provided valuable feedback on assignments and projects. The knowledgeable instructors and interactive learning platform made it a truly enriching journey.
Navneeta Sahal
Data Analyst
This course is perfectly accessible even without prior knowledge of data
In a short time, I was taken through the basics of Machine Learning and introduced to the various aspects and terms within Data Science. This was done in a clear and engaging manner and supplemented with clear assignments that could be done as homework. This course is perfectly accessible even without prior knowledge of data science and machine learning.
Wilbert Groenewoud
Engineering agency
Due to the course, the promotion quickly became a reality for me
The Data Science bootcamp has propelled me significantly in a short amount of time. Even during the course, an opportunity arose within the organization to advance to a role as a Data Scientist at an international level. Thanks to the newly acquired knowledge from the bootcamp, I was able to distinguish myself strongly, and the promotion quickly became a reality for me. The course itself was very enjoyable; the intensive interaction with fellow participants and hands-on homework assignments made it highly educational as well. I highly recommend it to anyone considering a career switch to Data Analytics / Data Science.
Remko de Jongste
Data Scientist
This course is perfectly accessible even without prior knowledge of data
In a short time, I was taken through the basics of Machine Learning and introduced to the various aspects and terms within Data Science. This was done in a clear and engaging manner and supplemented with clear assignments that could be done as homework. This course is perfectly accessible even without prior knowledge of data science and machine learning.
Wilbert Groenewoud
Engineering agency
The practical approach taken throughout the course was truly commendable
The Data Science and Machine Learning Boot Camp offered a comprehensive and immersive learning experience. The curriculum is well-structured and covered all the fundamental concepts of data science and machine learning. The practical approach taken throughout the course was truly commendable. Hands-on exercises and real-world case studies were integrated into every module. The instructors and teaching assistants were supportive and they provided valuable feedback on assignments and projects. The knowledgeable instructors and interactive learning platform made it a truly enriching journey.
Navneeta Sahal
Data Analyst
Embracing AI makes my skills as a designer even more extensive
As a graphic designer, I notice that AI is going to play an increasingly large role within my field. Taking a course at Amsterdam Data Academy has given me a different perspective. Instead of a threat, I now see it much more as an opportunity. Thanks for putting on a different pair of glasses.
Arnoud
Graphic Designer
We immediately started working on ML models for our clients
Thanks to this course, we can now create regression models ourselves. We immediately started working on churn prediction and media mix modeling for our clients. Thanks to the enthusiasm and knowledge of the instructor, the course was enjoyable, educational, and above all, immediately applicable.
Marcel van Brienen
Marketer
What do you earn in data or AI?
Gross annual salary in the Netherlands, junior to senior, for the seven most in-demand roles.
| Role | Junior to senior |
|---|---|
| AI architect AI Engineering Bootcamp | €60,000 to €120,000 |
| Prompt engineer Applied AI Bootcamp | €50,000 to €100,000 |
| Data engineer Data Professional Bootcamp | €44,000 to €99,000 |
| Data scientist Data Professional Bootcamp | €42,000 to €93,000 |
| AI engineer Applied AI Bootcamp | €44,000 to €88,000 |
| AI researcher Applied AI & Data Science Diploma | €38,000 to €82,000 |
| Data analyst Data & Analytics Bootcamp | €45,000 to €65,000 |
Source: Data and AI Salary Report 2026. Indicative amounts, excluding holiday pay and bonuses. Your own salary depends on employer, sector, region and experience.
Help with your choice and your application
A free 30-minute video call with a study advisor. No preparation needed, no obligation to enrol.
- Study advice. Together we choose the programme that fits your goal and your schedule.
- Apply for the voucher. You apply for the voucher through MaakJeStap, before the programme starts.
- Start. Once it's granted, you enrol and start at the next start date.
Other ways to pay
- Haaglanden Leert Door
- Amsterdam Training Voucher
- Interest-free loan from TechMeUp
- Training paid for by UWV
- Learning portals such as Archipel
- Retrain with an internship and a career coach
- SLIM subsidy for your employer
- Training vouchers from your municipality
- All financing options
Questions
Who is eligible for the Maak je Stap voucher?
Residents aged 18 and over from the province of Utrecht, the Amersfoort region or Gooi en Vechtstreek who choose a programme in the ICT, Education, Care & Welfare or Engineering & Construction sector. Our programmes in data and AI fall under ICT.
How much do I get?
Up to €5,000 per person per two years. The amount is set per application.
When do I need to apply for the voucher?
Before your programme starts. Ask for study advice first, so you know which programme and start date to put in your application.
What if my application isn't granted?
Then we look at other routes together: UWV, your employer, paying in installments or an interest-free loan from TechMeUp.
I don't live in the Utrecht region. Is there anything for me?
Possibly, through UWV, your municipality or your employer. See the financing options or ask for study advice.