The document outlines seven reasons to pursue certification in Java, highlighting its widespread use in enterprise applications and potential for higher earnings. It emphasizes the value of certification in enhancing knowledge, career opportunities, and differentiating candidates in the job market. Additionally, it provides information on training offerings available at NIIT for Java programming.

1. 7 REASONS TO GET A
CERTIFICATION IN JAVA

2. Java is:
• A general-purpose computer programming language that
is concurrent, class-based & object-oriented
• An object-oriented language that enables learners to
create real-world applications
• A foundation for virtually every type of networked
application
• A global standard for developing and delivering
embedded and mobile applications, games, web-based
content and enterprise software
About Java Programming Language

3. • 97% of Enterprise Desktops Run Java
• 89% of Desktops (or Computers) in the
U.S. Run Java
• 9 Million Java Developers Worldwide
• #1 Choice for Developers
• #1 Development Platform
• 3 Billion Mobile Phones Run Java
• 100% of Blu-ray Disc Players Ship with
Java
• 5 Billion Java Cards in Use
• 125 million TV devices run Java
• 5 of the Top 5 Original Equipment
Manufacturers Ship Java ME
Source: https://www.java.com

4. Reasons to Get a Certification in Java

5. Higher Earning Potential1
Certified individuals usually earn more money than their non-
certified peers.
According to a recent Foote Partners report, the average pay
package for Sun Certified Java Associates is 13.5% higher
than their peers who do not possess certifications.

6. The Most Coveted and Recognized Certifications2
Over 500,000 Java certifications have been
granted worldwide with about 30,000 Java
Developers gaining advanced Java training
certification annually.
The Java Certification path designed by SUN
Oracle aligns real-world functions and roles
with the level of certification – Associate,
Developer, Programmer, or Master.

7. Improving and Expanding your Knowledge of the Java World3
The study, training and practice that you experience as a part of
becoming certified will increase your skills and knowledge.
A certification in Java not only helps you prepare for your exam, but
can also make you a better programmer/developer.
Preparing for a certification gives you a reason to brush up on what
you already know and also teaches you something new.

8. Greater Career Opportunities4
Certification proves the skills of programming of a Java learned individual and hence is an
essential for those looking to get a job as a Java developer.
Job offers for Java certified people are increasing every day.
Professionals holding the Java certification are preferred by the employers and they also get
preference in promotions.
Java Certified!

9. Adds Value to your Resume5
Having a Java Certification on your resume acts as a filtering criterion, helping you get
better jobs.
A certification on your back is an assurance to the hiring manager that you are a good
programmer and have the skills they require.
Companies Looking for Java Programmers

10. Hiring Advantages over Non-Certified Professionals6
A Java certification can help you stand out of the crowd of non-
certified candidates.
According to a recent survey by CompTIA, “Among IT hiring
managers, nearly two-thirds (64 percent) rate IT certifications as
having extremely high or high value in validating skills and
expertise.

11. Reimbursement from Employer7
Many companies support training and certifications for their
employees to help support career growth and because of the value it
brings to the organization. Your company may be one of them!
Ask your management, training or Human resources if they will pay
for or reimburse you for the expense of the training and certification.

12. HOW DO YOU GET YOURSELF
CERTIFIED?
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13. Java Certifications at NIIT
See our offerings
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Our end-to-end programs in core and advanced Java expose learners to real-life projects
and helped create high-quality Java professionals.
We offer,
Programming in Java Course
​​The Programming in Java course is the first step for developing such applications. This
program provides an introduction to object-oriented concepts and its implementation in
Java technology programs. In addition, it covers syntax and semantics of the Java
programming language.
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offer a vast and comprehensive portfolio of Java Programming courses.

14. Java Course Curriculum at NIIT
Identify the features of object orientation
Create object-oriented Java applications
Use decision-making constructs and loop constructs
Implement collection framework
Implement error handling and IO functionality
Manipulate files, directories and file system
Create data-centric applications using JDBC
Process strings using regular expressions
Implement Multi-threading and Localization

15. To know more about our training programs,
Visit us at http://www.niit.com/india/training
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