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CertifiCation for the Global WorkplaCe

ISTQB Certification in the U.S.A.

iStQb SoftWare teSter CertifiCation

ISTQB CertificationCredible. Global. Practical. Trusted.

ISTQB IS gloBal, So IT can grow wITh you. Developed by more than 100 global experts, offered in more than 40 countries, and with more than 100,000 certified software testers worldwide, ISTQB certification is the most widely recognized and fastest-growing software tester certification in the world. ISTQB IS pracTIcal, So IT complemenTS The way you work. Although theory is important, we recognize that you have real-world testing problems. That’s why ISTQB certification is designed to demonstrate that you have the knowledge and skills needed for your everyday testing challenges. ISTQB IS TruSTed, So you’ll feel good aBouT your choIce for yearS To come. ISTQB is the world’s only not-for-profit organization dedicated solely to providing practical, globally-accepted software tester certification. You can trust ISTQB to give you certification that is based on raising the standard of the industry – not the bottom line of a corporation.

learn more and apply for iStQb CertifiCation at www.astqb.org.

What iS iStQb / aStQb? The ISTQB Certified Tester program is the world leader in software tester certification. It is developed and maintained by the International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB), a non-profit organization consisting of a group of highly experienced experts in software testing who volunteer their time for the good of the testing profession. ASTQB is the American Board of ISTQB, a volunteer group of experts responsible for the ISTQB Certified Tester program in the U.S.

ISTQB IS credIBle, So oTherS wIll reSpecT your choIce. We freely offer the ISTQB certification syllabi and glossary, and let you choose your own education: a course from an accredited provider, in-house study groups or seminars, or even self-study via books and Web sites. ISTQB gives you the freedom and credibility of choice.

Why do teSterS ChooSe iStQb? ISTQB could make you more competitive. While no certification can guarantee career advancement, it certainly can’t hurt to hold credentials from a widely recognized tester certification program. If there were two equally-qualified candidates for a position in your company, and only one had ISTQB software tester certification, which candidate would you rather be?

ISTQB Road Map

Foundation LeveL advanced LeveL test anaLyst

advanced LeveL technicaL test anaLyst

advanced LeveL test Manager

foundation CertifiCation

Entry-level certification: 0+ years of experience

ISTQB CerTIf Ied TeSTer, foundaTIon LeveL (CTfL)

Understanding concepts for general types of applicationsExperience Requirement: None

Certification Prerequisite: None

Goals

Ensure a broad understanding of the fundamental and key concepts in software testing

Provide a foundation for professional growth

syllabus/body of knowledGe covers

Fundamentals of testing, test management, testing tools, test planning approaches, and basic test case design skills

Optional syllabus-based training courses are typically 3-5 days

AdvAnced certificAtionadvanced level Technical TesT analysT

advanced level TesT analysT advanced level TesT ManaGer

Mid-level certification: 3+ years of experience

ISTQB CerTIf Ied TeSTer, advanCed LeveL (CTaL)Understanding and tailoring of concepts for specific applicationsExperience Requirement: 3 years of verifiable full-time experience in software or systems testing, development, quality assurance, engineering or a related fieldEthics Requirement: Must subscribe to the Code of Ethics as stated in the ISTQB Advanced Level Syllabus Certification Prerequisite: ISTQB Certified Tester, Foundation Level (CTFL)

Goals

Ensure consistent understanding and execution of proven practical techniques by seasoned test professionals

Support on-going professional growth

Lead the software testing profession

syllabus/body of knowledGe covers

Advanced behavioral and structural test techniques for testers and programmers, sophisticated test management concepts, test process improvement, test automation, and non-functional tests including performance and usability

Optional syllabus-based training courses are approximately 5 days for each of the 3 advanced certification exams

ISTQB software tester certification grows with you and your career.

You’LL f Ind The free exam SYLLaBI and gLoSSarY aT www.astqb.org.


It’s easy to get started on the path to ISTQB tester certification advantages.

regISTer for The exam

ISTQB exams are offered in many locations throughout the U.S. at convenient times. Proctored exams are offered at the end of accredited courses and in an online version at select test centers.

Choose from:

elecTronIc examS aT SelecT TeST cenTerS

ASTQB has partnered to provide proctored electronic exams at a variety of test centers around the country.

Scheduled puBlIc examS A public exam schedule is found at www.astqb.org. Many of these follow a training class, but anyone may register for just the exam.

onSITe company examS

If you have four or more examinees for any level of exam, you may have ASTQB come to your site to administer the exam.

geT anSwerS

If you have questions about ISTQB software tester certification, please visit our Web site at www.astqb.org, or contact us at 813.319.0890 or [email protected]. The ASTQB staff is always happy to help.

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Take advantage of ASTQB’s educational resources and accredited courses. At the ASTQB Web site, www.astqb.org, you’ll find the free exam syllabi and glossary, plus a list of reference publications.

ASTQB has certified independent, accredited training providers and educational courses. These courses are specifically based on the ISTQB syllabi, ensuring their relevancy. Learn more at www.astqb.org.

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