- Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) is one of the most popular credentials in software testing. It is a rigorous, examination-based, professional certification program. CTFL Certification is offered to candidates who successfully clear the International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) Exam.
- ISTQB CTFL Exam Eligibility Criteria
- Preferable Six months of Experience in Software Development or Software Testing
- ISTQB CTFL Exam
- CTFL Exam consists of 40 multiple-choice questions, each carrying one point.
- The CTFL Exam duration is 1 hour and the passing score in the CTFL Exam is 65%.
Who is it for?
- Principally aimed at anyone involved in software testing, it will also be of interest to project managers, quality managers, business analysts and IT directors or management consultants.
What will I learn?
- Fundamentals of testing
- Testing throughout the software development lifecycle
- Static testing
- Test techniques
- Test management
- Tool support for testing
ISTQB Foundation Level certification is required for everyone who tests software because it:
- Gives even experienced testing teams a common testing vocabulary and set of principles to make them more efficient
- Opens a testing skills path, jobs, and promotions for both new testers and experienced QA professionals
What if I have no experience? Can ISTQB Foundation help me get a job?
Yes! ISTQB Foundation and ISTQB Agile testing certifications from ASTQB can sometimes make up for a lack of testing experience. Here is an example from a U.S. job posting, in which they asked for experience but will take certification in place of it: “At least 1 year of progressive experience in the validation of software systems. Foundation Level with Agile Tester ISTQB certification can substitute for this experience.”
Important: American companies check with us, ASTQB and our official ISTQB examprovider AT*SQA, to see if you are on the Official U.S. List of Certified Software Testers™ so you must register through ASTQB and AT*SQA for your ISTQB exam. We will also add you to the ISTQB Successful Candidate Register.
- Start by downloading the free ISTQB Foundation study materials below.
- Learn by reviewing the materials, studying on your own, or choosing the easier, faster route of taking a software testing training course.
- Then register for your ISTQB exam through ASTQB and our official ISTQB exam provider, AT*SQA.