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ISTQB Certification

Foundation

The latest version of the ISTQB Foundation certification has been launched, and as a testing professional, it’s crucial to keep up with the latest developments in the field. The CTFL 4.0 certification offers vital knowledge that can be applied in practical scenarios and explains the worldwide terminology and concepts in the testing domain. Regardless of whether your project follows a Waterfall or Agile approach or your organization culture is centered around DevOps, or if you’re still struggling with stable Continuous Integration, the CTFL certification holds relevance across various software delivery practices.

Gain insights into the recent updates to the syllabus and achieve a deeper understanding of the fundamental concepts of software testing. 

The ISTQB CTFL Foundation Level qualification is aimed at anyone who wants to achieve a basic understanding of software testing and is a requirement for anyone in the software testing industry who wants to achieve a higher level of ISTQB qualification.

Exam Structure

Candidates qualify for extra time if they are not writing the exam in their native language. Extra time needs to be applied for upon completing the exam registration form. 

Price Format Duration Validity
R 2 350 Multiple Choice 60 Minutes Lifetime
       
Pass Mark Extra Time (Non-Native Language) Number of Questions Prerequisite
65% 15 Minutes 40 None

Who Will Benefit?

Individuals in the following roles will benefit from this certification: 

Tester, Test Engineers, Test Managers, Software Developers, Quality Managers, Business Analysts, Management Consultants, Test Analysts, Test Consultants, User Acceptance Testers, Project Managers, Software Development Managers, IT Directors

Exam Entry Criteria

The minimum requirement for a candidate to write this exam is: 

  • No prior certification is needed

The following experience is recommended

  • It is recommended that candidates attend an accredited training course as an ISTQB® Member Board will have assessed the materials for relevance and consistency against the syllabus.