ISTQB Exams for Software Testing Certification

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ISTQB Prerequisites and Recertification:

  • ISTQB Foundation Level Certification is a prerequisite for all other ISTQB certifications.
  • ISTQB Foundation Level Extension Agile Testing Certification is a prerequisite for Advanced Level Agile Technical Tester.
  • ISTQB Advanced Level certifications (Test Manager, Test Analyst, Technical Test Analyst) require sufficient practical experience of three years.
  • ISTQB Expert Level Test Management requires ISTQB Advanced Level Test Manager certification and at least five years of practical testing experience as well as at least two years of industry experience in the specific expert level topic.
  • Recertification is not required for any ISTQB certification other than the Expert Level.
If you obtained your ISTQB prerequisite from an ISTQB board/provider other than ASTQB/AT*SQA, you must provide proof of your ISTQB certification through your AT*SQA account prior to taking your exam. See the "My Certificates/Prerequisites" button under "Manage" in your AT*SQA account.

Foundation Level Certification (CTFL) Exam - ISTQB

ISTQB Foundation

ISTQB Foundation Level software testing certification (CTFL) is the easy first certification for those testing software. It is required for all other ISTQB certifications, and the most-requested ISTQB certification in job postings, so it's the perfect place to start! See the syllabus and sample exams.

Exam details at ASTQB Register

The ISTQB Foundation Level version 4.0 is available now, but the 3.1 exam will continue to be available through May 9, 2024.

Acceptance Testing Exam - ISTQB

ISTQB Foundation Specialty

ISTQB Acceptance Testing is for all professionals involved user acceptance testing (UAT), contractual and regulatory acceptance testing as well as alpha and beta testing. This includes anyone involved in software acceptance testing activities. This includes software testers, product owners, business analysts, testers, test analysts, test engineers, test consultants, test managers, user acceptance testers, and software developers. See the syllabus and sample exams.

Exam details at ASTQB Register

Pre-requisites: ISTQB Foundation Level Certification

Agile Testing Exam - ISTQB

ISTQB Foundation

Agile certification is a must these days for virtually every tester. It's the second most required ISTQB certification in job postings. Even if you aren't currently working in an Agile environment, this certification can open new career options in the future. See the syllabus and sample exams.

Exam details at ASTQB Register

Pre-requisites: ISTQB Foundation Level Certification

Advanced Agile Technical Tester Exam - ISTQB

ISTQB Advanced

ISTQB Advanced Level Agile Technical Tester (CTAL-ATT) builds upon the ISTQB foundation level Agile testing certification so you can demonstrate that you:

  • Have mastered basic Agile testing concepts and are ready to show your advanced knowledge
  • Are developing technical testing skills in an agile context
  • Are ready to take the lead in an Agile testing environment
Exam details at ASTQB Register

Pre-requisites: ISTQB Foundation Level Certification, Agile Tester Certification

Advanced Test Analyst Exam - ISTQB

ISTQB Advanced

Test Analyst Software Testing certification shows you are ready to take the next step in your software testing career, so it's a great idea to do this after Foundation and Agile. See the syllabus and sample exams.

Exam details at ASTQB Register

Pre-requisites: ISTQB Foundation Level Certification, sufficient practical experience of three years

Advanced Technical Test Analyst Exam - ISTQB

ISTQB Advanced

Technical Test Analyst certification shows you have the knowledge and code-based skills to solve tougher problems in software testing. If you like to dig into the code, this certification shows you're a very valuable member of the team. See the syllabus and sample exams.

Exam details at ASTQB Register

Pre-requisites: ISTQB Foundation Level Certification, sufficient practical experience of three years

Advanced Test Manager Exam - ISTQB

ISTQB Advanced

The Test Manager certification shows you have what it takes to lead others and rise to new levels in your organization. This is also a great certification to get right after Foundation and Agile. See the syllabus and sample exams.

Exam details at ASTQB Register

Pre-requisites: ISTQB Foundation Level Certification, sufficient practical experience of three years

Expert Test Management Exam - ISTQB

ISTQB Expert

This is the expert level that proves that you are truly a leader in software testing! You'll need to have your Advanced Level Test Manager first. See the syllabus, sample exams, and extension/recertification information. Note: The ISTQB Expert Level certifications are the only ISTQB certification that requires recertification. If a user does not provide the required recertification information to AT*SQA by the required date, that will be considered notification of the intent to allow a certification to expire, and the certification will expire.

Exam details at ASTQB Register

Pre-requisites: ISTQB Foundation Level Certification, Advanced Test Manager Certification, five years of practical testing experience as well as at least two years of industry experience in the specific expert level topic

Advanced Security Testing Exam - ISTQB

ISTQB Advanced

Security is incredibly important in software, and this security testing certification puts you in the middle of the action! See the syllabus and sample exams.

Exam details at ASTQB Register

Pre-requisites: ISTQB Foundation Level Certification

Advanced Test Automation Engineer Exam - ISTQB

ISTQB Advanced

Test automation is hot, and Advanced Test Automation Engineering certification puts you in demand. Prove you have the skills that will make you highly valued by companies. See the syllabus and sample exams.

Exam details at ASTQB Register

Pre-requisites: ISTQB Foundation Level Certification

AI Testing Exam - ISTQB

ISTQB Foundation Specialty

ISTQB Certified Tester AI Testing certification is aimed at anyone involved in testing AI-based systems and/or Artificial Intelligence (AI) for testing. This includes people in roles such as testers, test analysts, data analysts, test engineers, test consultants, test managers, user acceptance testers, and software developers. ISTQB AI Testing certification is also appropriate for anyone who wants a basic understanding of testing AI-based systems and/or AI for testing, such as project managers, quality managers, software development managers, business analysts, operations team members, IT directors, and management consultants. See the syllabus and sample exams.

Exam details at ASTQB Register

Pre-requisites: ISTQB Foundation Level Certification

Game Testing Exam - ISTQB

ISTQB Foundation Specialty

Interested in testing games? Then you need ISTQB Game Testing certification. It is designed for everyone involved in software testing who wishes to start a career in game testing or stand out from other testers. ISTQB Game Testing certification is also perfect for game software engineers who want to gain a better understanding of game testing.

Exam details at ASTQB Register - coming soon!

Pre-requisites: ISTQB Foundation Level Certification

Gambling Industry Tester - ISTQB

ISTQB Foundation

Being a gambling industry tester means that you must understand both testing in general, and the unique set of skills for the gambling industry ecosystem. This ecosystem is filled with proprietary, complex, multifaceted gambling software, hardware, platforms, firmware and operating systems. The objective of this syllabus is to provide Certified Tester Foundation Level graduates with the specific knowledge that is required for a career in gambling industry testing.

Exam details at ASTQB Register

Pre-requisites: ISTQB Foundation Level Certification

Mobile Application Testing Exam - ISTQB

ISTQB Foundation Specialty

ISTQB Mobile Application Testing Certification is for all professionals working with mobile devices and applications. The ISTQB Mobile Application Testing Certification shows you have insight into mobile device and mobile app testing methods, techniques and tools. See the syllabus and sample exams. Exam registration is coming soon!

Exam details at ASTQB Register

Pre-requisites: ISTQB Foundation Level Certification

Mobile Testing Exam - ASTQB

ASTQB Foundation Specialty

If you need to test mobile apps, mobile phones and mobile devices, this is the globally accepted certification for you. See the syllabus and sample exams. The ASTQB Mobile Testing Certification exam can now be taken online at your home using your built-in computer/laptop camera!

Exam details at ASTQB Register

Pre-requisites: ISTQB Foundation Level Certification

Model-Based Testing Exam - ISTQB

ISTQB Foundation

Model-based testing is driving efficiency in testing, as model-based testing can be applied and re-applied in many ways. See the syllabus and sample exams.

Exam details at ASTQB Register

Pre-requisites: ISTQB Foundation Level Certification

Usability Testing Exam - ISTQB

ISTQB Foundation

Usability Testing is important for everything from consumer-facing websites to complex medical devices. If you want to be a professional usability tester, this is the certification you need. See the syllabus and sample exams.

Exam details at ASTQB Register

Pre-requisites: ISTQB Foundation Level Certification

Performance Testing Exam - ISTQB

ISTQB Foundation

Performance Testing certification is something that affects all of us daily. Show that you can test for software performance and improve the quality of systems. See the syllabus and sample exams.

Exam details at ASTQB Register

Pre-requisites: ISTQB Foundation Level Certification

Automotive Software Tester Exam - ISTQB

ISTQB Foundation

Testing of software-based automotive systems in vehicles is critical for both safety and comfort, making this a valued certification. See the syllabus and sample exams.

Exam details at ASTQB Register

Pre-requisites: ISTQB Foundation Level Certification

Proficiency Distinction - ASTQB

ASTQB Foundation

The ASTQB Proficiency Distinction™ is awarded to those who have meet additional educational requirements.

Details at ASTQB