ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL)

R3 328.50

The ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) syllabus provides a comprehensive understanding of the terminology and concepts used in the testing domain worldwide, making it relevant for all software delivery approaches and practices, including Waterfall, Agile, DevOps, and Continuous Delivery.

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Course code: C01095

 

Course overview:

Software testing can become very complex, with many layers of testing and testers involved. In this course, you’ll learn about test organization, planning, and management, including risk management and risk-based testing. You’ll also learn how testing activities can be supported by tools, and you’ll learn about the considerations for using tools in your organization.

 

This course is intended for:

Candidates who need to demonstrate practical knowledge of the fundamental concepts of software testing. This would typically include software developers, technical and user acceptance testers, test analysts, test engineers, test consultants, test managers, project managers, and quality managers.

 

Modules and topics covered:

ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level CTFL v4.0

Tester Foundation Level 4.0: Software Testing Basics
Tester Foundation Level 4.0: Software Testing Processes
Tester Foundation Level 4.0: Software Development Testing Life Cycle
Tester Foundation Level 4.0: Software Test Types & Maintenance Testing
Tester Foundation Level 4.0: Static Software Testing
Tester Foundation Level 4.0: Software Testing Techniques
Tester Foundation Level 4.0: Software Estimation & Prioritization Techniques
Tester Foundation Level 4.0: Test Monitoring & Control
Tester Foundation Level 4.0: Software Testing Risk & Defect Management

Academic grade: No minimum school pass requirements or formal prerequisites but it is recommended that candidates have software testing experience.

Language: Proficiency in English (course material and support only available in English).

Expertise level: Beginner.

Equipment: Access to a PC or laptop with a reliable internet connection.

Effort: Self-paced learning online.

Course type: Industry endorsed

Industry partner: International Software Testing Qualification Board (ISTQB)

Certification: Certificate confirming course completion.

Certification issued by: Optimi College

Assessment information:

  • Online assessments via the Skillsoft Learner Management System.
  • At the end of the course, students can request a certificate of course completion.
  • Students who then opt to proceed with the external industry exam(s) are directed to the relevant vendor.

 

Exam information:

  • External industry exam: ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL)
  • Duration: 60 minutes
  • Number of questions: 40
  • Passing score: 26 out of 40
  • Delivery method: Pearson VUE testing centre or online proctored exam.
  • Exam fees: Not included in the course fee.

 

Further certifications:

Course fee: R3 328.50

Deposit: R1 667.40

Monthly instalment: R553.70

Payment duration: 3 months

Study duration: You will have course access for 12 months. To complete the course, we recommend a total of 150 hours of study, e.g. study 1 hour per day and complete your course in 5 months.

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