Course overview
The ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) is the most widely recognised entry-level certification in software testing, trusted by employers and professionals around the world. This accredited course provides you with a comprehensive introduction to the principles, processes, and practices of testing, ensuring you gain the essential skills needed to begin or advance a career in quality assurance.
During the training, you will follow the official ISTQB Foundation Level syllabus, covering core testing concepts such as the purpose of testing, the role of testing within the software development lifecycle, and how testing adds value to both projects and organisations. You will also explore test design techniques, static testing, reviews, defect management, and the fundamentals of test management, providing you with a broad and practical understanding of the discipline.
The ISTQB Foundation course is suitable for anyone looking to formalise their knowledge of software testing or preparing to sit the Foundation Level exam. It is particularly valuable for new or junior testers, developers, business analysts, and IT professionals who need to understand how testing works and how it contributes to software quality. No prior testing experience is required, making this course an accessible first step into the testing profession. On completion of the course, you will be fully prepared to take the ISTQB Foundation certification exam (CTFL). Passing the exam will award you the internationally recognised ISTQB Foundation Level certification, opening the door to further qualifications such as the ISTQB Advanced and Specialist levels. With experienced trainers, accredited materials, and a focus on practical learning, this course equips you with both the knowledge and the confidence to succeed in your exam and apply your skills in real-world testing projects. By achieving the ISTQB Foundation Level certification, you demonstrate your commitment to quality and lay the foundations for a successful career in software testing. The CTFL 4.0 certification is designed for professionals who want to validate their practical understanding of the core principles of software testing. It is especially relevant for individuals in the following roles: The ISTQB® Certified Tester Scheme supports testing professionals at every stage of their careers, providing both breadth and depth of knowledge. It also offers clear progression opportunities through advanced qualifications, including the Core Advanced, Specialist, and Expert Levels. Earning this certification opens the pathway to the next stage of the Core stream, including Advanced Level options such as Test Analyst, Technical Test Analyst, or Test Manager. Alternatively, candidates can pursue the Agile or Specialist streams to build expertise in specific areas of software testing. The Certified Tester Foundation Level v4.0 Uncovered” webinar. Tailored for both aspiring ISTQB candidates and seasoned testers, the session dove into the updated CTFL v4.0 exam syllabus, highlighting key revisions and enhancements. Attendees gained insight into what’s new, what’s changed, and crucially why these updates matter in modern testing environments. Click here to view the webinar ISTQB® (International Software Testing Qualifications Board) established the globally-recognised certified tester scheme to: Course highlights
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Matthew Benton| Principal software test engineer| Waters corporation –
well structured course
plenty of resources provided (for the course and exam)
knowledgeable and helpful instructor
Christine Allen| Lead Tester| DSP –
Course was excellent. Very engaging. Learnt alot. Angelina really took the time to hone in on each of our experience and to bring us in at all points taking turns. Was very helpful and knowledgable. Best trainer I have had to date.
James Baldwin| System Test Engineer| Omnicom Balfour Beatty –
Being new to the industry I cam away with some fantastic structure to add into my work. John was easy to follow and understand. He explained things in a professional manner and had time for questions.
Aaron Uppal| QA Engineer|Capital On Tap –
Course was informative and went over a lot of information throughout the 3 days. Maybe would have benefited from another half day to ensure things were not as rushed towards the end to make sure everything was covered.
Lucas Borges Laporta| Software Quality Assurance |Vision-Box –
Really well explain. Angelina was amazing and really careful with the attention to detail, making sure we all understood and comprehend the logic behind the words.
Ashraf Al-Fosaiel| Solution Architect |KPMG –
I like the course and the the supplementary document really helped.
Olivia Burlinson| QA Test Analyst|Total Security Limited –
Very informative and helpful course. All of the areas were covered well and in detail with support to go over more difficult areas as needed. I’d definitely consider taking another course through this provider.
Maria Helena da Silva Machado| Teacher| –
More condensed in the first days, less in the last day.
Orlanjhay| Test Analyst|BOE –
Needs to be more than 3 days so we can have more time to solidify everything
Hollie| Technology Strategy Analyst|KPMG –
Knowledgeable trainer, content was detailed and thorough. Good to have access to past papers with separate answer sheets
Erin Forde| Technology Consultant|KPMG –
The course has been interesting. There has been a lot of new information however Richard has been a brilliant trainer. His teaching style is great, with the use of slides, the whiteboard for more interactive detail, exam questions, and the regular recaps of information which help to piece it all together. From not know anything about testing, i feel comfortable with the foundations and confident with the approaching exam. The course content and information is accessible and detailed.
Felix Chow| Tech Consultant|KPMG UK –
Richard was excellent at guiding us through the course material, pulling real-life examples where possible to keep the audience engaged. His method of delivery was calm and confident while still delivering with enough emotion to keep things interesting, making him one of the best presenters I’ve come across. Well done Richard!
Natalie Fung| Cloud Analyst| –
Good coverage on wide range of test concepts and overlapping with agile delivery practices
Poppy Yip| Technology Consultant|KPMG –
All the concepts were really well explained. Resources were easy to access and really helpful. Personal preference would be to have more interactive learning as struggle to listen and concentrate for such long periods of time (sometimes 2hours at a time).
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Richard was good at articulating concepts and spoke in a clear and concise way. He emphasised the importance of group involvement and discussion
James Robinson Ranger| Analyst |KPMG –
Well presented, liked the intermittent exam questions to test our knowledge
Iman Jaf| Cloud Consultant|KPMG UK –
Course was delivered expertly, with clear information and well-thought out examples. Instructor was warm, personable and willing to answer questions with detail.
Christine Stokes| Software Engineer Lead|Capgemini –
The course has been very informative. It’s been easy to keep focused and highlighted areas I need to spend more time revising and learning.
Xesh Phakathi| Software Engineer|Capgemini –
Very intense but very informative. Trainer took time to explain the more complex stuff. Practice exam questions were also useful in understanding what could have been potentially missed in the training.
Anastasia Dmitrenko| Software engineer|Capgemini –
The course has been very helpful in providing valuable information in such a short time. Even though there is a lot of content to go through, it is easy to understand, which is mainly thanks to Richard and the way he goes through the slides and is able to deliver the content. Very nice, valuable course thank you.