Java Development
Gain skills and certificates from Tech Elevator in 21 weeks. Pay $0 upfront and only pay after you're earning $50,000 or more.
Note: Our 2022 and 2023 Java cohorts are full. New applicants will likely not start until 2024.
Instead, consider joining one of our other programs such as Data Analytics – similar to Java Development, you’ll learn programming languages and work on technical problems.
Why Java Development
Java development is all about building things, ranging from informational websites to interactive web applications or mobile applications. Java developers are often responsible for giving input on design, implementing applications or requirements, and testing and debugging the code. These skills are in-demand across many industries. If you like building new things and have the patience and grit to work through challenges, then Java development could be the career for you.
Benefits of the field:
- High salaries
- Challenging and exciting work
- Growth potential
- Flexibility
Our graduates work for the world’s top tech companies
Pay $0 upfront
Build a career based on your potential, not your bank account. We invest in your success upfront. Once you’re employed making $50,000 or more, you’ll pay $350 per month for 24 months.
- Learn in-demand skills
- Land a new job
- Pay only after you’re hired
- Support the next class
Learn on your time, from anywhere, while keeping your day job
Your third-party coursework and Merit America career coaching services are online. Live meetings are only 3-5 hours per week. You can complete the coursework in-between shifts, on weekends – whatever works for your life.
Course Calendar
Monday, January 10
Java Development Course
- At Work 8am – 3pm
- Online Class 3pm – 5pm
- Daycare pick-up 5:15pm
- Family Dinner 6pm
- 1:1 Career Coaching 8pm
Work with a team dedicated to your success
Meet regularly with a career coach and squad of your peers to keep you on track. After you finish, you’ll join a network of hundreds of Merit America alumni.
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Michael, Career Coach
How’s your coursework going this week?
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Cora
I’m really struggling with my resume…
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Michael, Career Coach
You’ve got this! Let me connect you with our job success specialist, Teresa.
Also, something to look forward to: we will be sharing openings in our employer network at our Squad meeting this week.
How does Merit America Compare?
| Merit America | Tech Bootcamp | Community College | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Length | 21 weeks | 20-24 weeks | 50-100 weeks |
| In person/Remote | Remote | Remote | In-person/Remote |
| Part-time? |  25 hours |  Varies | Varies |
| Maximum Payment/Tuition | $8,400 | $16,000-$19,000 | $5,000-$10,000 |
| Certification | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Organization Type | Non-profit (Merit America collaborates with for-profits) | For-profit | For-profit or Non-profit |
| Coaching and Job Search Support | Yes | Yes | Varies |
| Downside Protection | Yes | Varies |  No |
Hundreds of learners have changed their lives without a four year degree
Attending Merit, has not only equipped me with more tools in the tech field, but it has also brought me a network of support.
Rachel | Technology Software Engineer
I have always wanted to learn Java and had looked at options available at the community colleges. It was going to cost me more in finances and longer to finish had I pursued Java at a community college.
Elizabeth | Software Engineer
Merit America has greatly improved my coding abilities, and my job prospects. My professional skills are much better, including searching for jobs!
Bruce | Engineering Apprentice
Get the Java skills employers are looking for
Programming Fundamentals
Learn the skills needed to become a back-end software engineer from Tech Elevator. You’ll learn Algorithms, Data Structures, SQL, REST APIs, and Design Patterns to build a strong foundation in programming fundamentals.
Java Specialization
You’ll go deep into Java in your Tech Elevator program – one of the most in-demand languages for software development positions. Java is widely used to create mobile and web applications, and work with data.
Acing The Technical Interview
Building a career as a software developer goes far beyond technical skills. Standout in the interview process by developing a portfolio project with a small team, and learn the best way to answer common technical interview questions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The training is 100 percent online, but it’s interactive. You will complete your education program on the Tech Elevator online learning platform. You will interact with your squad and access career coaching services through the Merit America platform. Both provide a blended online learning environment where you will participate in live virtual meetings.
You will leverage learning tools such as the widely used digital workplace platforms and software, including: Zoom, Slack, Google Suite, and our customized Merit America Learner Portal.