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Credential Description

This non-credit certificate guides learners through the advanced concepts of writing code. Building upon skills mastered in the Introduction to Java Programming (Java 1) Certificate, learners will dig deeper into client-server architecture, HTTP protocol, and other frameworks.

Important: You may be eligible to take this program at NO COST through the IT Workforce Accelerator project. A laptop loan program is also available to those who are eligible to enroll in courses.

Please complete the interest form and someone will email you within 2 business days regarding eligibility and to provide the program registration link.

What You’ll Learn

  • Design and write Java class modules
  • Develop Exception handling strategies
  • Solve common programming problems by using Arrays and ArrayList objects

What You’ll Earn

Upon successful completion, you’ll earn a digital badge that can be shared on your LinkedIn profile, digital resume, or portfolio. Your badge will include details of the competencies you’ve mastered, giving employers a visual verification of your newly acquired skills.

Craig Cooper
Affiliate Instructor
Bradley University

Craig is currently a Consulting Software Engineer with LexisNexis Risk Solutions and has over 30 years of experience designing and creating Windows desktop and service applications as well as Big Data applications on the HPCC platform. He is a U.S Army veteran with Bachelor and Master of Science degrees in Computer Science from Western Illinois University and has 20 years of teaching Computer Science courses part-time for Bradley University and previously Midstate College.

  • 1596
  • ($1436.40 for Bradley University Alumni)
  • 8 weeks
  • Online, instructor led
  • Java 1 or equivalent knowledge
  • Program starts:
  • Aug 2025


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Career Pathways

After earning the entry-level non-credit certificate in Java 2, there are several career pathways you could explore:

  • DevOps Engineer
  • Android Developer
  • Cloud Engineer
  • Data Engineer
  • Technical Lead/Team Lead
  • Freelancer/Contractor

These are just a few examples of career pathways. Further experience, specialization, and continuous learning will help you advance in your chosen career path within the tech industry.