Oracle Certified Professional Java Programmer

About the OCP Java SE 6/SE 5 Programmer Certification

Oracle Certified Professional Java Programmer or OCP Java Programmer certification by Oracle is a professional level Java Programmer certification credited with OCP. OCP Java Programmer certification is offered in two different technologies of Java: Java Standard Edition 6 and Java Standard Edition 5 or Java SE 6 and Java SE 5. Both technologies differ in objectives. You can take any one of them or both the exams. It depends on professionals to take exam according to their interest in technologies.

The Oracle’s 1Z0-851 and 1Z0-853 certification validates your ability to design applications using Java technology.

There is no prerequisite for the 1Z0-851 exam. However, you must be well experienced with the language before you take the exam. Even if you are new to the Java field, you can still pass the exam with self-study. This foundation certification is for programmers interested in demonstrating proficiency in the fundamentals of the Java programming language. It is not necessary to be a Orcale Certified Java Associate prior to taking this exam.

The certification requires you to pass only one exam:

• 1Z0-851 exam for Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE 6 Programmer
• 1Z0-853 exam for Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE5 Programmer

Professionals with prior certification:

• As Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE 5 Programmer OR Sun Certified Java Programmer (any edition) can upgrade to OCP Java SE 6 Programmer by passing 1Z0-852 :OCP Java SE 6 Programmer Upgrade exam
• As Sun Certified Java Programmer (any edition) can upgrade to OCP Java SE 5 Programmer by passing 1Z0-0854 :OCP Java SE 5 Programmer Upgrade exam

Career Options with an OCP Java SE 6/SE 5 Programmer Certification

Earning an Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE 6/ SE 5 Programmer certification after you pass the 1Z0-851 and 1Z0-853 exams open up multiple career options for the entry level IT professional. The job roles for the OCPJP certified professionals typically include Web Developer, Web Programmer, Software Developer and Application Programmer.

After doing this certification, you can also go for the following exam:

• 1Z0-858 – Oracle Certified Professional, Java EE 5 Web Component Developer
• 1Z0-860 – Oracle Certified Professional, Java EE 5 Business Component Developer
• 1Z0-862 – Oracle Certified Professional, Java EE 5 Web Services Developer
• 1Z0-894 – Oracle Certified Expert Java Platform, Enterprise Edition 6 JavaServer Pages and Servlet Developer

Preparing for the OCP Java SE 6 Programmer certification

There is no quick mantra for success. Several studies have shown that the best way to learn is to take a test! Practice tests that is. Taking practice tests before a subsequent exam appear to be the most popular method of learning, even more favored that other popular methods such as repetition and concept mapping.

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Benefits of the OCP Java SE 6/SE 5 Programmer certification

• The OCPJP certification proves your expertise on the Sun Java products and technologies.
• Professionals holding the SCJP certification are preferred by the employers and they also get preference in promotions.
• The OCPJP certification is helpful for professionals who want to upgrade their credentials and get recognition from the industry.
• The OCPJP Certified professional can find appropriate job easily and get paid more.