How do you get started with ISTQB certification? See the steps below.

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The Steps to ISTQB Certification

  1. Start by learning about ISTQB Foundation Level Certification. ISTQB Foundation Level is the prerequisite for all other ISTQB certifications, meaning it is required as the first step.
  2. Then study for the ISTQB exam using the free ISTQB syllabus. Or you can choose the easier, faster route of taking an accredited (proven) software testing training course. Also see the tips to pass the ISTQB Foundation Level exam.
  3. Practice for the ISTQB exam using sample exams. Note: Only ASTQB & AT*SQA give you free, extra ISTQB sample exams that closely match the style of the real ISTQB exam you register for at AT*SQA.
  4. Next, register for your exam through our ISTQB exam provider AT*SQA. Why? You get extras such as a free software testing micro-credential exam worth up to $59. Plus, you’ll get extra attention because you’ll appear on the ISTQB register, plus the Official U.S. List of Credentialed & Certified Testers. AT*SQA gives you 365 days to take your exam, and you can do so online or at a testing center.
  5. Finally, pass the exam. Excellent! AT*SQA gives quick results and a fast download of your certificate. You can now proudly display your software testing certificate and include your certification on your resume. Pro tip: Add your certifications to LinkedIn for free through your AT*SQA account!

Important: Only ASTQB & AT*SQA can give you all of these extra, free career benefits, so be sure to register for your ISTQB exams through AT*SQA.

What’s your next step? Keep moving up! Look at the Software Testing Career Path to see where you should take your career. Hint: AI is important for your career, so get your ASTQB AI Assurance Pro™ designation.

Be sure to take all of your ISTQB exams through AT*SQA, so you keep earning points toward your Testing Tiers™ software tester ranking. Bonus: Only ASTQB and AT*SQA let you retake your ISTQB exam for free when you utilize an ASTQB Accredited Training Provider and meet the criteria – see the details.

  • Gain confidence when studying for your ISTQB exam. Only ASTQB and AT*SQA give you extra ISTQB sample exams designed to match the style of the real ISTQB exam you take through AT*SQA.
  • Boost your recognition and expand your opportunities: You’ll be listed in both the Official U.S. List of Certified & Credentialed Software Testers™ and the ISTQB Successful Candidate Register, giving you greater visibility with employers in the U.S. and internationally.
  • Stand out with a free credential: With every ISTQB exam purchase, you can choose a free AT*SQA micro-credential exam to showcase your QA expertise.
  • Get support in your job search anywhere in the world: Appear in the AT*Work™ directory, where employers look for testers who are between jobs, seeking freelance projects, or entering the industry.
  • Help your company grow: If your company offers testing or consulting services, listing it on AT*Consult™ can help attract new clients.
  • Prove you’re among the best: Earn points toward your Testing Tiers® ranking to elevate your status on the Official U.S. List, and rise in visibility on AT*Work™ and AT*Consult™.