The ISTQB has been around for a while now, having been established in 2002. It's the international software testing and qualifications board, which means that it overseas the process of gaining certificates for software testing. Many nations around the world recognise this certificate, and over one hundred and fifty thousand people from all nationalities have been issued with certificates. Only accredited providers of ISTQB are allowed to teach and test in this area. But what exactly do you study when you sign up for an ISTQB qualification?
But what do you learn from an ISTQB qualification? There are three levels of study, and each one brings with it more areas of learning. At the foundation level things are more knowledge based and less about practical skills. It is a way in to software testing studies, and a stepping stone to higher levels of understanding. That said, it is a useful grounding for people set to work in the field at a less hands-on level. During a foundation level course you look at the fundamentals of testing, including the role of testing and how much testing is enough. You also touch on the psychology of testing, and investigate static techniques - e.g. reviews - as well as learning some basics of tool support.
When you move on to the advanced level, you find the certificate is much more about practical skills. It is a course tailored towards helping in all kinds of skill sets, but is especially useful for managers and analysts. A large portion of the course covers issues around test management. In addition to this you look at troubleshooting with the ability to predict risk and how to correct and cope with errors. The hands-on side of test techniques is also covered.
When you get to the expert levels things are much more thorough, aiming to give you a good picture of the business approaches to software testing. You'll look at ways of making the test process better, with a view to business outcomes of projects. Automation is also covered, and considering approaches to the security of projects.
As you can see, the qualifications cover all the areas you'd expect. With these under your belt it's much easier for an employer to assess your skills.
But what do you learn from an ISTQB qualification? There are three levels of study, and each one brings with it more areas of learning. At the foundation level things are more knowledge based and less about practical skills. It is a way in to software testing studies, and a stepping stone to higher levels of understanding. That said, it is a useful grounding for people set to work in the field at a less hands-on level. During a foundation level course you look at the fundamentals of testing, including the role of testing and how much testing is enough. You also touch on the psychology of testing, and investigate static techniques - e.g. reviews - as well as learning some basics of tool support.
When you move on to the advanced level, you find the certificate is much more about practical skills. It is a course tailored towards helping in all kinds of skill sets, but is especially useful for managers and analysts. A large portion of the course covers issues around test management. In addition to this you look at troubleshooting with the ability to predict risk and how to correct and cope with errors. The hands-on side of test techniques is also covered.
When you get to the expert levels things are much more thorough, aiming to give you a good picture of the business approaches to software testing. You'll look at ways of making the test process better, with a view to business outcomes of projects. Automation is also covered, and considering approaches to the security of projects.
As you can see, the qualifications cover all the areas you'd expect. With these under your belt it's much easier for an employer to assess your skills.
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