ISTQB ® Foundation Level 2018 Training

Prerequisites: 

• Those who wish to sit for the Foundation Level certification should ideally have at least six months' practical experience in a professional testing role. 
  
• It is recommended that candidates should familiarise themselves with the syllabus at this link before attending the training. 
  

Certification: 

• On successful completion of the Certification Exam, your local ISTQB® Member Board or Exam Provider will post or e-mail the certificate to you. 
  

The Exam:

• 60 minute ‘closed book’ examination. (75 minutes for candidates for whom English is not the native language)  
  
• 40 multiple choice questions 
  
• Pass mark is 65% (26/40) 
  
• Non-programmable calculators are allowed during paper based examinations. For online examinations, candidates can access an on-screen calculator. 
  

The Foundation level course is suitable for anyone who is involved in software testing, such as testers, test engineers, test analysts, test consultants, test managers, IT professionals, user acceptance testers and software developers. Those who need to understand the testing process, such as project managers, quality managers, business analysts, directors and consultants can also benefit from this training. 

On completion of the training, you will be able to: 

• Understand and employ a common language for communication with other testers and project stakeholders. 
  
• Follow established testing concepts, process and approaches, and principles to support test objectives. 
  
• Use established techniques to design and prioritize tests; analyze both functional and non-functional specifications at all test levels for systems below a medium level of complexity. 
  
• Carry out tests based on agreed test plans 
  
• Analyze and report test results 
  
• Contribute to reviews of the test basis and test artifacts for systems of small to medium complexity. 
  
• Learn the use of different types of testing tools; in order to participate in the selection and implementation process. 
  

Testers who want to demonstrate knowledge and skills in globally accepted testing processes can undertake the ISTQB® Certifications, which are accepted as the de facto industry qualifications for the software testing profession. 

On completing the ISTQB® Foundation Core certificate, you are eligible to continue on to higher level software testing qualifications - the Core Advanced level and then the Expert level. You can also attempt the Agile Tester exam or get one of the Specialist certifications. 

This workshop at KnowledgeHut is delivered through an immersive learning experience platform, via live and interactive instructor-led training sessions.  

Listen, learn, ask questions, and get all your doubts clarified from your instructor, who is an experienced practitioner.  

The instructors of this course by KnowledgeHut are industry experts and trainers who themselves have certifications and are a part of top organizations around the world.  

Our course focuses on engaging interaction. Most class time is dedicated to fun exercises, lively discussions, and team collaboration - all facilitated by the trainer. The focus is on practical solutions to real-world challenges drawn from decades of experience, and leaders in their specific fields.  

Yes, your course material will be provided in advance. You will receive an email with a link to set your password a few days in advance of the scheduled course. You will have access to the study plan and all the course material.  

The course material comprises of the course schedule or study plan, workbooks and all relevant assignments, assessments, or case studies.  

Should you have any more questions, please email us at support@knowledgehut.com and we will be happy to get back to you.  

You can cancel your enrolment and receive refunds in line with our Cancellations and Refunds policy found at https://www.knowledgehut.com/refund-policy.  

Yes, you may switch your start date with prior notice of at least 24 hrs. and subject to availability in the desired batch.  

Yes, group discounts are available and apply to groups as small as three (3) participants. The more participants that attend a training course, the greater the discount. By registering in groups, you can typically save up 20% to 30% on the course fee. For more details, please check out upcoming schedules.  

Yes, instalment options are available for payment of course fees. To avail of the instalment option, please get in touch with us at support@knowledgehut.com. The team will explain how the instalments work and provide timelines for your case. Typically, the number of instalments varies from 2 to 3, but the full amount must be paid before you complete the course.