ISTQB Certified Tester – Foundation Level

ISTQB
ISTQB Foundation Level
Software Testing
Test Manager
Testing

Build a strong foundation in structured software testing. In this 4-day training, you’ll learn proven techniques, industry-standard terminology, and key principles—while preparing for the globally recognized ISTQB Foundation Level 4.0 exam.

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Anja van Ackern
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What will I learn?

This course introduces essential tasks, methods, and techniques in software testing. You’ll gain insight into every phase of the software lifecycle and understand how testing supports planning, specification, and implementation of quality.

Key takeaways

  1. Understand why testing is critical and how to apply it
  2. Learn core techniques for test design, execution, and reporting
  3. Improve requirement validation, communication, and defect prevention
  4. Prepare confidently for the ISTQB Foundation Level 4.0 exam

Program

The course is structured around the official ISTQB Foundation Level 4.0 syllabus and includes interactive lectures, group exercises, real-world examples, and exam practice.

  • Software testing fundamentals
  • Testing in the software lifecycle
  • Static testing methods and reviews
  • Common test design techniques
  • Managing testing activities and documentation
  • Introduction to tools and automation

Who is it for?

Ideal for junior testers, QA professionals, developers, business analysts, and anyone involved in software testing or quality assurance.

Requirements

No formal experience required

Openness to structured methods and terminology

General familiarity with software development is helpful

Why should I follow this training?

Understand structured testing

Learn how testing adds value across the software lifecycle

Prepare for global certification

Based on the official ISTQB Foundation Level 4.0 syllabus

Grow as a quality-minded professional

Boost your skills in test planning, design, and execution

Exam and Certification

This course prepares you for the ISTQB Certified Tester – Foundation Level 4.0 certification exam. The official exam (optional) consists of 40 multiple-choice questions and is offered via accredited providers. Certificates are globally recognized and valid indefinitely.

What else
should I know?

We confirm the course and all details 14 days prior course start by email.

For our public courses, the exam fee (one attempt) is included.

We offer both public and in-company sessions.

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Course information

Four-day official ISTQB Foundation Level 4.0 course

Lunch is included

Travel and accommodation expenses are not included

Covers testing techniques, tools, and industry standards

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