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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Pranay Patel | Business Solutions Programmer | Euroclear –
Overall, it was a very pleasant experience and I think John managed the course very well. He set a strong, consistent pace and explained all the content very well as well. I think the course content was a little heavier to understand towards the end of the first day and the first half of the second, especially as I have not had any experience in testing, which made it slightly harder to retain the theory.
Andreas Zimnas | Senior Software Engineer / Technical Manager | European Dynamics –
Rosie did an excellent job, giving us also the information we needed to successfully complete the examination.
Stamatis Tzatzakis | Software Tester | European Dynamics –
Course was very good. However, exams with Proctor Exam was horrible.
Garifalia Koinari | Software Developer | European Dynamics –
Course was very good.
Konstantina Zioga | Software Tester | European Dynamics SA –
The course was very interesting. However I believe that such trainings should be taught with physical presence. It was the first time I had online training, and I realize how much I missed the personal interaction with the trainer, and the communication during the lesson with my colleagues. I know this training was offered via internet due to the situation. I hope the level ISTQB level to be organised in a classroom. Rosie was of course there in order to solve our concerns and questions, but I feel it would be nice if she could see us shaking our head for a “yes” when she was asking questions. Regarding with the exams, personally I disagree with the fact that we were not allowed to have a paper. It was time consuming. Also, it would be better to have a 5-min practice in the exam environment, to see how it behaves. I had many times interruptions due to the demand to refresh the screen share.
Extra comment: In homework sample questions, in page 41 the question 55 has a typo. Instead of answer “A”, it says “D”
Panagiotis Omiliadis | IT Software Tester | European Dynamics SA –
Although the trainer showed that she had a good knowledge of the course, and tried to make it interesting with comments in between, it was somehow monotone, so sometimes it was difficult to follow the trainer. Some more examples would have been helpful.
Irina Crump –
The course was virtual (because of the Covid-19). However I didn’t have any problem connecting to it. John Young is a brilliant trainer, he has examples for everything and his drawing really helps. Thank you John, much appreciated.
Megan Agalewatte | Graduate Trainee | KPMG –
I did not receive any pre-reading however the trainer Rosie was amazing
Daniel Lubarski | Graduate Trainee | KPMG –
Excellent organisation, resources and time management
Cheryl Wigfall | QA Test Analyst | Switch Studios –
Rosie explains and teaches very clearly and througly
Hannah Holmes –
Rosie was very good made it clear and relatable
Andrew Green | Capita –
Interesting course, glad I attended it, fills in the gaps of knowledge. I believe it’s useful for testing and appropriate to learn
Nicole Anton | Data and Tech Consultant |KPMG –
The trainer was excellent and the course was well delivered. However we could have done with a longer timeframe to complete the course.
Manisha Arora | Tech Consultant |KPMG –
The trainer was excellent, however we could have more preperation time and study time
Rebecca Barosi | Graduate Trainee | KPMG –
Trainer was great!! I think there needs to be a separate day for exam and learning days
Nicola Mcdermott| Graduate Trainee | KPMG –
Training was excellent would of liked more exercises and homework though.
Ayao Akin| Graduate Trainee | KPMG –
Trainer was excellent, would of liked the content to be spread over more days.
Kate Hawkins | Graduate Trainee | KPMG –
The teacher was excellent!! Quite a lot of information to process in such a short space of time, a extra day would be preferable.
Chris Rose | KPMG –
Trainer was excellent, would of preferred a longer timescale but this is restricted by KPMG
Edward Rainbow | Operations Consultant | Savanta –
I attended the course to gain knowledge of software / IT Workings / Testing and to gain a qualification in the process. The course met all my objectives and the trainer was excellent