ISTQB® is the leading global certification scheme in the field of software testing, one of the biggest and most established vendor-neutral professional certification schemes in the world.
The ISTQB® Gambling Industry Tester (CT-GT) certification covers the key concepts in the gambling industry, the gambling industry ecosystem, and the different test types common to the gambling industry. It includes aspects such as gambling industry compliance testing, fun factor or player perspective testing, math testing, audio testing, multiplayer testing, and interoperability testing.
The ISTQB® Improving the Test Process – Assessing the Test Process (CTEL-ITP-ATP) certification helps prepare individuals to fulfill the specific expert role within their organization or project, and more specifically to assess and advise on test process improvement. It covers the context of improvement, recognized models for improvement, analytic approaches, selection of an approach, and initiation of the process.For Part 2 of the CTEL-ITP certification, refer to CTEL-ITP-ITPI.
The ISTQB® Certified Tester Usability Tester (CT-UT) focuses on usability testing methods and approaches. It covers set up procedures from a usability, user experience, and accessibility, as well as relevant standards and risks.
The ISTQB® Certified Tester – Testing with Generative AI (CT-GenAI) extends the Foundation Level and provides testing and quality-engineering professionals with a structured, hands-on path to master how, when, and why to use Large Language Models (LLMs) and other generative-AI techniques across the entire test process – from requirements analysis and test design to automation, reporting, and continuous improvement.It not only explains the fundamentals of GenAI but also builds practical skills through real-world prompt-engineering patterns and applied testing use cases. Testers will learn how to integrate GenAI capabilities responsibly while managing key risks such as hallucinations, bias, security, privacy, and environmental impact.
The ISTQB® Advanced Level Test Management (CTAL-TM) certification provides the knowledge and competencies to take responsibility for managing all the testing activities across the software development lifecycle. It covers everything from how to design a suitable test approach for the project based on the organizational test strategy to building a test team or testing competencies to complete the necessary testing.
The Certified Tester Test Automation Strategy Specialist qualification is aimed at anyone involved in software testing and test automation. The syllabus presents multiple factors that come into play when planning for test automation within an organization. The Test Automation Strategy syllabus addresses test automation needs beyond those that are technical tool implementation and integration challenges. A strategic view of test automation provides a vision of implementation across projects within an organization in a systematic and consistent manner that ultimately can demonstrate value to the organization.
The Certified Tester Advanced Level Test Automation Engineering (CTAL-TAE) qualification is aimed at anyone involved in software testing and test automation. This includes people in roles such as testers, test analysts, test automation engineers, test consultants, test architects, test managers, and software developers. This qualification is also appropriate for anyone who wants a basic understanding of test automation, such as project managers, quality managers, software development managers, business analysts, IT directors and management consultants.
The ISTQB® Security Tester (CT-SEC) certification focuses on planning, performing, and evaluating security tests from multiple perspectives including risk, requirements, vulnerability, and human factors. It also covers security testing tools and standards.
The ISTQB® Certified Tester Security Test Engineer (CT-STE) certification focuses on how security testing should be done, presenting security methodologies, standards, techniques, processes, and tools. As cyberattacks grow in frequency and sophistication, a robust engineering-focused approach to testing security is more critical than ever. Without security testing aligned to an IT system’s specific risk levels, vulnerabilities may be exploited—potentially during production—with devastating consequences. The CT-STE certification aims to bridge this gap, ensuring professionals can proactively create maximum transparency about effective security risk exposure to secure systems against emerging threats.
The ISTQB® Performance Testing (CT-PT) certification provides knowledge of the principal aspects of performance testing, including technical aspects, method-based aspects, and organizational aspects. Specifically pertaining to performance testing, it covers areas such as basic concepts, measurements, activities, tasks, and tools.
The ISTQB® Model-Based Testing (CT-MBT) certification focuses on an advanced test approach of using models for testing. It extends and supports classic test design techniques such as equivalence partitioning, boundary value analysis, decision table testing, state transition testing, and use case testing. It is an innovative approach to improve effectivity and efficiency of the test process.
The ISTQB® Mobile Application Testing (CT-MAT) certification provides an insight into methods, techniques, and tools a professional may use to test mobile applications. It covers the required mobile project activities, roles, methods, and methodologies.
The ISTQB® Game Testing certification focuses on the understanding and skills needed to perform and manage testing on all levels in game projects. It covers the basic concepts of video and game testing as well as how to determine risks and goals for gaming software. It includes conceptually designing, implementing and executing game software tests, approaches to games testing (Game Testing Mechanics, Sound Testing, Graphics Testing and Localization) and recognizing games testing tools.
The ISTQB® Acceptance Testing (CT-AcT) certification focuses on the concepts, methods, and practices of collaboration between product owners/business analysts and testers in acceptance testing. It covers user acceptance testing (UAT), contractual and regulatory acceptance testing, as well as alpha and beta testing.
The ISTQB® Foundation Level Agile Tester (CTFL-AT) certification provides the key testing skills necessary to successfully contribute to an Agile project. CTFL-AT covers agile testing in alignment with the principles of agile software development as outlined in the Agile Manifesto. A tester on an Agile project will work differently than one working on a traditional project. Testers must understand the values and principles that underpin Agile projects, and how testers are an integral part of a whole-team approach together with developers and business representatives.
The ISTQB Expert Level Test Management (CTEL-TM) certification consists of three modules: Strategic Test Management, Operational Test Management, and Managing the Test Team. Candidates must pass separate exams for each part to receive the full certification, which remains valid for seven years.This Strategic Test Management course covers the test mission and the connection between test policy, strategy, and objectives. Participants learn to apply metrics for effectiveness and efficiency and manage tool integration across an organization. The syllabus addresses quality management activities, management of third-party relationships, and test considerations for various project lifecycle models. This training provides the skills needed to manage testing at a corporate level according to the ISTQB framework.
The ISTQB Certified Tester Expert Level Test Management (CTEL-TM) qualification includes three modules: Strategic Test Management, Operational Test Management, and Managing the Test Team. Separate exams are required for each, and all three must be completed for full certification. An Expert Level certificate remains valid for seven years.This Operational Test Management (OTM) module focuses on managing third-party relationships, covering contracts, communication, and quality verification. The course teaches project management skills including risk management and moderating retrospective meetings. Participants learn to use metrics and exit criteria to report and interpret test results. The syllabus also details how to manage the test process and address release considerations.
The Managing the Test Team (MTT) module is one of three components of the ISTQB® Expert Level Test Management (CTEL-TM) certification. Full CTEL-TM certification requires passing separate exams for this module, Strategic Test Management, and Operational Test Management. ISTQB® Expert Level certificates are valid for seven years.Content focuses on the people management skills used by Test Managers to build and lead teams. Topics include recruitment, setting objectives, performance reviews, and managing distributed teams. Participants learn to communicate with stakeholders, advocate for quality, and handle ethical issues while promoting the test team's role within the organization.
The ISTQB® Expert Level Improving the Test Process (CTEL-ITP) certification comprises 2 parts: ‘Assessing the Test Process’ and ‘Implementing Test Process Improvement’. Note that separate certification exams are provided for each part, and both parts must be achieved to gain full certification in CTEL-ITP. An Expert Level certificate is valid for 7 years.The ISTQB® Improving the Test Process – Implementing Test Process Improvement (CTEL-ITP-ITPI) helps prepare individuals to fulfill the specific expert role within their organization or project, and more specifically to ensure that the implementation of test process improvements within their organization or project takes place effectively and stands the best chance of success.It covers the improvement process, organization considerations, change management, and success factors.For Part 1 of the CTEL-ITP certification, refer to CTEL-ITP-ATP.
The ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certification is the cornerstone of essential testing knowledge that can be applied to real-world scenarios. The 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 Agile, DevOps, and Continuous Delivery.CTFL certification is recognized as a prerequisite to all other ISTQB® certifications where the Foundation Level is required.
The ISTQB® AI Testing (CT-AI) certification extends understanding of artificial intelligence and/or deep (machine) learning, most specifically testing AI-based systems and using AI in testing.
The Advanced Level Test Analyst certification provides the skills needed to perform structured and thorough software testing across the software development life cycle. It details the test analyst’s role and responsibilities at every step of a standard test process and expands on important test techniques. It mainly focuses on functional testing but also discusses user-focused, non-functional testing.
The ISTQB® Certified Tester Automotive Software Tester (CT-AuT) certification focuses on the specific requirements for “testing E/E systems” in the automotive environment on the basis of established standards (Automotive SPICE®, ISO 26262, AUTOSAR®, etc.). It also covers testing in virtual environments (including XiL), and automotive-specific static and dynamic test techniques.
The ISTQB® Agile Test Leadership at Scale (CT-ATLaS) certification focuses on how to organize and improve quality and testing across multiple teams in an agile organization. It also covers how to approach quality and testing at a strategic level in order to achieve higher business agility in an organization. CT-ATLaS covers how to scale testing and quality assurance efforts by fostering a quality mindset and culture across the organization. This includes shifting from a traditional test management approach typically used in sequential development models to a quality assistance approach which builds on Lean and Agile principles and values. It also includes how to adopt common Lean and Agile techniques and processes for analyzing and solving problems and how to use them to improve testing and quality in the organization.
The ISTQB® Advanced Level Agile Technical Tester (CTAL-ATT) certification provides a thorough introduction to the technical testing skills which are fundamental in organizations using an Agile development approach. These skills include testing and agile techniques, test automation approaches, and continuous deployment and delivery.
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The ISTQB® Certified Software Tester Foundation follows the CTFL program from the International Software Testing Qualifications Board. This level provides standard testing principles and terminology for software testers.
The ISTQB® Certified Test Manager (CTAL-TM) training provides detailed instruction in test management. It covers the planning, monitoring, and control of test activities, as well as risk management and process improvement. It also covers leading test teams and managing stakeholders.
The ISTQB Certified Tester program is the most widely recognised path for building professional software testing skills. The structure is simple, flexible and supports both beginners and experienced testers.
Everyone starts at the Foundation level.
You learn the basics of software testing, test design techniques, test management, and how testing supports quality throughout a project.
After the training, you take the CTFL exam. When you pass, you receive the ISTQB Foundation certificate, which opens the door to all advanced and specialist modules.
With the Foundation certificate, you can continue with advanced roles.
ISTQB offers several modules depending on your career direction:
Test Analyst
Technical Test Analyst
Test Manager
Test Automation Engineer
Each module deepens your skills and ends with its own exam and certificate.
In addition to the core path, ISTQB offers specialist modules for focused topics such as agile testing, security testing, usability testing, mobile testing and many more.
You choose the areas that match your role and industry.
For senior professionals, ISTQB offers Expert Level certifications.
To qualify, you must hold the right Advanced certificates and have proven testing experience.
Expert Level shows that you can lead testing processes, improve test strategies and support organisations at a strategic level.
CTFL → choose your Advanced module → add Specialist modules as needed → qualify for Expert Level
