| Certified Software Tester (CSTE) |
|
|
| Application Fee: US$ 350 |
Acquiring the designation of Certified Software Tester (CSTE) indicates a professional level of competence in the principles and practices of quality control in the IT profession. CSTEs become members of a recognized professional group and receive recognition of their competence by business and professional associates, potentially more rapid career advancement, and greater acceptance in the role as advisor to management. |
|
| Suitable for Test Analysts, Leads and working professionals |
|
| Prerequisites |
|
| To qualify for candidacy, each applicant must meet one of four prerequisites: |
|
| 1. |
A 4 year degree and 2 years experience in the IT field |
| 2. |
A 3 year degree and 3 years experience in the IT field |
| 3. |
A 2 year degree and 4 years experience in the IT field |
| 4. |
6 years experience in the IT field |
|
|
| AND |
|
| Are working, or have worked at any time within the prior 18 months, in the field within covered by the certification designation |
| |
| 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 |
|
