ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level

The ISTQB® courses on this page are offered by Tesena s.r.o., accredited training provider. Certification tests are provided by the Czech and Slovak Testing Board, z.s.

There are no prerequisites for participating in this training. However, we recommend that participants have at least a minimum background in some aspects of software testing, software development, or application software support.

This Foundation Level course is suitable for anyone who is involved in or interested in software testing. This includes people in roles such as testers, test analysts, test engineers, test consultants, test managers, user acceptance testers and software developers. It is also appropriate for anyone who wants a basic understanding of software testing, such as project managers, quality managers, software development managers, business analysts, IT directors and management consultants.
Whilst it is aimed at people who are just starting a career in software testing, we also recommend it as a way for those who have already established themselves in this profession to demonstrate their accomplishments by obtaining certification, there by putting themselves in a position to proceed to higher-level or specialist ISTQB certificates.

People possessing an ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certificate may use the Certified Tester Foundation Level acronym CTFL.

Chapter 1: Fundamentals of Testing

• The basic principles related to testing, the reasons why testing is required, what test objectives are, and the principles of successful testing.
• A standard test process, its major activities and work products. 

Chapter 2: Testing Throughout the Software Development Lifecycle

• How testing is incorporated in every step of a software development lifecycle, depending on what tyupe of lifecycle (traditional, RAD, Agile etc.).
• The different test levels, test types, and impact analysis when working with maintenance testing.

Chapter 3: Static Testing

• The various static techniques of testing such as static analysis and reviews (i.e., informal reviews, walkthroughs, technical reviews, and inspections).
• How to apply a review technique to a work product to find defects.

Chapter 4: Test Techniques

• How to apply test techniques to derive test cases from other software work products.
• Black-box, white-box, and experience-based test techniques are covered.

Chapter 5: Test Management

• Test management is covered from a perspective where the tester can work with test managers, focusing on risk-based testing, test execution and defect reporting and handling.
• What can be included in various test documentation work products, such as test plans and reports.
• How to report defects in a clear and understandable way.v

Chapter 6: Tool Support for Testing

• A classification of common tool types, the risks and benefits connected with tools, and aspects of selecting and introducing tools. 

The certification exam is not part of the course. It is possible to order it.

• Duration: 60 min
• 40 multi-choice questions
• 15 minutes extra time for applicants whose mother tongue is not English
• The exam takes place independently on the chosen date and after completing the cours
• A Basic Level Certificate (CTFL) is required to pass the exam from all other ISTQB® modules.

Exam types

• Open exams (on-site) – Regular exam dates open for public, so anyone can apply. These exams are done in several regular locations like Prague, Brno, Bratislava, and Košice. 
• Online exams – Online exams from the comfort of your home. 
• Private exams – Private exams are provided with a minimum of 6 candidates

The materials are in electronic form.

• To provide an understanding of the basic principles of testing and present a standard testing terminology.
• To provide an overview of different test techniques, both dynamic and static, and how to apply them.
• To introduce the fundamental concepts of test management so that any team member can understand the contribution that will be expected of them.
• To promote and encourage a professional approach amongst software testers that will earn the respect of our colleagues in other IT disciplines.