Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) Certification

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.

Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) Certification

• 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.

Where do I start? How do I get ready for the ISTQB Foundation exam?

1. 1.Start by downloading the free ISTQB Foundation study materials below.
2. 2.Learn by reviewing the materials, studying on your own, or choosing the easier, faster route of taking a software testing training course.
3. 3.Then register for your ISTQB exam through ASTQB and our official ISTQB exam provider, AT*SQA.

Benefits of CTFL Certification

• Establishes your proficiency in Software Development and/or Testing
• Increases you visibility and makes you a more valuable member within your organization
• Imbibes the best practices in software development and/or testing and increase the success rate of your projects
• CTFL Certified testers earn 20% more salary than testers not having CTFL Certification