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ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) Training

The ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) course covers the fundamentals and principles of software testing.

Upon completion of the course, you will be able to:

  • Understand what testing is and why it is beneficial
  • Understand fundamental concepts of software testing
  • Identify the test approach and activities to be implemented depending on the context of testing
  • Assess and improve the quality of documentation
  • Increase the effectiveness and efficiency of testing
  • Align the test process with the software development lifecycle
  • Understand test management principles
  • Write and communicate clear and understandable defect reports
  • Understand the factors that influence the priorities and efforts related to testing
  • Work as part of a cross-functional team
  • Know risks and benefits related to test automation
  • Identify essential skills required for testing
  • Understand the impact of risk on testing
  • Effectively report on test progress and quality
  • Syllabus ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL)


Course Content of the ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) Training

The course follows the official ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) curriculum and covers the following topics:

  • Fundamentals of Testing
  • Testing Throughout the Software Development Lifecycle
  • Static Testin
  • Test Analysis and Design
  • Managing the Test Activities
  • Test Tools

Target audience for the ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) Training

This course is aimed at anyone who is currently involved in software testing or plans to be involved in the future:

  • Testers
  • Test Managers
  • Developers
  • Project Leaders
  • Quality Officers

Further Information on the ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) Training Course

→ Prerequisites

A general understanding of software and systems development is expected. Basic theoretical knowledge of software testing is not required.

→ Documentation

The course documentation consists of:

  • The course folder with hard copies of the slides, exercises, sample exams, and syllabus
  • The Book ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level
  • All documents in electronic form
→ Certificate

The Foundation Level training concludes with a 60-minute exam (60 minutes) to earn the internationally recognized ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certificate.

The certification body is the Swiss Association for Quality (SAQ).

Key Figures:
  • 4 Days
  • Certification included
  • English, German, French
  • Lunch and refreshments included
  • CHF 3'200.- + VAT

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