Certified Associate in Software Testing (CAST)	Brochure
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Acquiring the designation of Certified Associate in Software Testing (CAST) indicates a professional level of competence in the principles and practices of software testing in the IT profession. CASTs become members of an acclaimed professional group, receiving recognition of their competence by business and professional associates, and are afforded potentially more rapid career advancement. Suitable for Fresh Engineers interested in making a career in testing
Prerequisites
To qualify for candidacy, each applicant must meet one of three prerequisites:
1. A 3 or 4 year degree 2. A 2 year degree and 1 year in the IT field 3. 3 years experience in the IT field
Software Testing Certifications are aligned to the Testing Body of Knowledge (STBoK) and evaluate the awareness of Software Testing principles, knowledge of the testing function, the different types of Testing and the techniques and the tools which can be used to carry out and manage this Testing processes.
Skill Categories Covered
1. Software Testing Principles and Concepts 2. Building the Test Environment 3. Managing the Test Project 4. Test Planning 5. Executing the Test Plan 6. Test Status, Analysis and Reporting 7. User Acceptance Testing 8. Testing Software Developed by Outside Organizations 9. Testing Software Controls and the Adequacy of Security Procedures 10. Testing New Technologies