Course overview
In today’s fast-paced Agile software development environment, ensuring high-quality software requires skilled professionals who understand Agile Testing principles, methodologies, and best practices. The ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level Agile Tester (CT-AT) certification provides a solid foundation for test professionals working in Agile teams, equipping them with the skills necessary to apply testing strategies in Agile projects.
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Course highlights
- Official ISTQB Agile Tester certification
- 2-day instructor-led training (9an to 5pm)
- Delivered by experienced agile testing practitioner
- Practical, group-based exercises
- Learn techniques such as TDD, BDD, exploratory testing
- Understand agile test roles, methods, and ceremonies
- Suitable for testers, scrum masters, and developers
- Fully accredited, exam fee included
Why you should attend
- Gain a deeper understanding of agile principles and how testing fits in
- Be equipped to contribute more effectively to agile teams
- Learn skills that improve team communication, testing efficiency, and product quality
- Add a recognised qualification to your CV to boost career opportunities
- Get practical knowledge you can use immediately in real projects
- Be prepared to pass the ISTQB agile tester certification exam
Who should attend
This course is ideal for:
- Testers who already hold the ISTQB Foundation Certificate (CTFL)
- Test professionals moving into agile projects
- Scrum masters and product owners wanting to understand testing
- Developers and business analysts working closely with testers
- Anyone involved in agile software delivery wanting to formalise their knowledge
Watch our latest webinar
Want to learn more before enrolling? Our expert-led ISTQB Agile Tester Webinar offers valuable insights into the course content, exam structure, and real-world Agile testing practices. Click here to watch our webinar here
About ISTQB and the certified tester scheme
The International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) is a globally recognised body that defines professional certifications for software testers.
The Certified Tester scheme is the most widely adopted qualification program for software testing professionals. It consists of Foundation, Advanced, and Specialist levels.
The Agile Tester (CTFL‑AT) is a specialist extension to the foundation level, specifically designed to address the need for agile-compatible testing practices. It is internationally recognised and trusted by employers worldwide.
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Entry requirements
The entry requirements for the ISTQ Agile Foundation Extension qualification are that the candidate must hold the ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing (CTFL).
Note that it is recommended that you attend an accredited training course run by an accredited training provider, as the overall exam pass rates are notably higher for candidates attending such courses.
Exam
To qualify as an internationally-recognised ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level Agile Tester and be issued with an ISTQB® Agile Foundation Extension Level Certificate, delegates must successfully pass the exam administered by the relevant national board or examination provider.
The exam will be taken on the afternoon of the last day of the course.
- The examination consists of a one-hour exam with 40 multiple choice questions.
- It will be a ‘closed book’ examination i.e. no notes or books will be allowed into the examination room.
- Duration of 60 minutes (or 75 minutes for candidates taking examinations that are not in their native language). The pass mark is 65% (26 out of 40).
- Exam is included in the price
Learning objectives
After successfully completing the course and passing the exam, delegates should be able to demonstrate the following business-based outcomes:
- Collaborate in a cross-functional Agile team being familiar with principles and basic practices of Agile software development.
- Adapt existing testing experience and knowledge to Agile values and principles.
- Support the Agile team in planning test-related activities.
- Apply relevant methods and techniques for testing in an Agile project.
- Assist the Agile team in test automation activities.
- Assist business stakeholders in defining understandable and testable user stories, scenarios, requirements and acceptance criteria as appropriate.
- Work and share information with other team members using effective communication styles and channels.
In general, a Certified Tester Foundation Level – Agile Tester is expected to have acquired the necessary skills to working effectively within an Agile team and environment.
In addition, Foundation level Agile Testers should be able to demonstrate their skills in the following areas once they have completed the course and passed the exam:
- The fundamentals of Agile Software Development
- The different agile approaches
- The Differences between Testing in Traditional and Agile Approaches
- Testing in Agile Projects
- Roles and skills of a tester in Agile Projects
- Agile testing techniques and methods
- Assess product quality risks within an Agile project
- Estimate testing effort based on iteration content and quality risks
- Tools in Agile Projects
Jackie Fletcher | Lead Software Test Engineer | Department for Education –
Met my expectations, tutor answered questions. Would have been better for delegates to have the cameras on to aid engagement with them. Also the syllabus seems old – Sept 2014?
Zak Polley | Test Engineer Apprentice L4 | IBM –
Very detailed explanations, explaining why x is correct and why a b c is incorrect
Hussan Waheed | Test Analyst | IBM –
Informative and very structured
Harry Dawes | QA Test Analyst | Caseware –
It was very informative and John was very approachable with any questions.
Luke Jefferies | Consultant | FNC –
Very intensive course with some interesting content which has created a lot of food for thought for how I can help with other projects at work. Could be worth updating or changing some of the questions you provide in your sample exam as John agreed that they would not be found in a real exam.
Catherine Gould | Senior Test Analyst | Mission Marketing Group –
Very informative course. Now have lots to think about! But also feel well prepared for the exam.
Philip Letheren | Test Analyst | Software Solved –
Very professional, nicely balanced. Well paced. Some nice break out exercises. Would recommend.
Anthony Onslow | Test Analyst | RAC –
Very friendly and expressive trainer. Very knowledgeable and informative.
Farrukh Siddique | IT Consultant | Sogeti –
Very clear and concise training
filipa.morais –
Very happy about the course and the trainer.
filipe-viegas-pires –
John explained all the important topics of agile testing in a very light, straight and comprehensive way. Very useful.
donna.devlin –
The course was well structured in terms of content and the time management of the syllabus over the 2 days was really good. We had enough time to go through the material and do sample questions and enough breaks to not get tired. It was very enjoyable
domingosb95 –
Awesome trainer, very good at explaining all the concepts and I can see he knows a lot about what he is teaching. Very helpful and caring about the students.
kumarappan.chidambaram –
It was a good training session and well presented
athuliya.rajesh –
Training was good. Can be included more Tips and pick points
nadaradjane.tirounavoucarassou –
John was the best in explaining all concepts very clearly.
jordan.higso –
Easy to follow, useful information – would have preferred it in order to the syllabus though
bishal.agarwalla –
Very informative with lots of practical scenarios to discuss. John was very informative and helpful
Robert Gale | QA Manager | Deloitte –
Very good course, current circumstances aren’t great for classroom based learning and would have preferred to be face to face but Rosie did the best she could. Material is of a good quality
Karl Gwilliam | IT QA Lead | Deloitte –
The training was excellent