How to Learn Test Automation
A practical path that builds real skills
- Start with AT*SQA’s Test Automation AT*SkillStack™. Earn four focused micro-credentials that prove specific skills—complete all four and you’ll receive the AT*SQA Test Automation Certification.
- Test Automation Overview
- Test Automation Implementation
- Test Automation Tools & Solutions
- Test Automation Transitions
- Use AT*Learn™ training to accelerate. AT*Learn offers concise video lessons aligned to each micro-credential topic. It’s a straightforward way to get up to speed before you test.
Explore AT*Learn training - Study with the official syllabi (Body of Knowledge). Each micro-credential page links to its syllabus. Skim objectives, key terms, and sample topic areas to focus your prep.
- Register and take the micro-credential exams online. Exams are short, focused, and taken from home or work. Each purchase includes 2 tries to pass.
- Stack all four to earn the AT*SQA Test Automation Certification. When you complete the full AT*SkillStack™, AT*SQA issues the certification and you gain added visibility and ranking benefits.
- Optional next step: add ISTQB Test Automation credentials. After you’ve built skills with AT*SQA, consider ISTQB Advanced Level Test Automation Engineering (TAE) and TAS to round out your portfolio.
What learners say about the training
“It showed how concepts I applied in real life made it easy for me to connect them with my own projects, with my previous experience.
And also, the videos themselves were high quality. The expert explained concepts in a way that was engaging and easy to understand. To be honest, compared to other programs, this one felt much more relevant and connected to the actual challenges QA engineers face in the industry.”
— Diana T.
“The learning experience was truly enriching, and the course content was both practical and insightful. Earning the certification has not only validated my knowledge but has also strengthened my confidence as a QA professional.”
— Idowu
“It was a comprehensive course. I started with no background, and they walked me through nearly everything I needed to confidently step into my first role.”
— Nathan
“I would recommend it because the program is well structured and makes a complex topic like automation feel clear and manageable. It gives you confidence whether you are just starting out or building your foundation.”
— Diana T.
FAQs
Do I need to take the micro-credentials in a specific order?
No strict order is required. Many learners start with Test Automation Overview, then add Implementation, Tools & Solutions, and Transitions.
How are the micro-credential exams structured?
They are short, focused, and taken online. Each purchased exam includes two tries.
Where will my results appear?
Your micro-credential badges and the AT*SQA Test Automation Certification can appear on the Official U.S. List of Certified & Credentialed Software Testers™, improve your Testing Tiers® ranking, and may list you in AT*Work™ (testers for hire).
Is there a recommended course?
Yes. AT*Learn’s on-demand training aligns to each micro-credential and is designed to make preparation efficient.
Ready to begin?
Start with the first micro-credential now and add AT*Learn for guided video lessons.