Agile testing brings many advantages to software product development improving build quality into the product at an early stage and giving greater scope for flexibility. Building on the ISTQB® Foundation Level Agile Tester syllabus, the ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level - Agile Tester (CTFL-AT) certification covers agile methods, techniques and tools in the context of software testing. The certification will also help you to understand your role in the agile software development team.

How do I obtain the ISTQB® certification?

To be certified you must pass the ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level - Agile Tester exam.

You can prepare for the exam by attending an accredited training course for ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level - Agile Tester; participants will have relevant content and topics clearly explained and taught to them. The course will help you to understand the syllabus with the guidance of a trainer and give you understanding and knowledge of foundation level agile testing. The syllabus covers important topics in the field of software testing, starting with the basics of agile software development through to the aspects of agile approaches.

The exam is available on Pearson Vue for anyone wishing to self-study.

What are the entry requirements?

In order to take the ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level - Agile Tester exam you will need to hold the ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level certification. Programming knowledge is an advantage.

How does this certification benefit me?

With the ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level - Agile Tester certification:

• You will have an independent, internationally recognised certification as proof of expertise in the field of software testing and agile software development.
• You will learn about agile working methods and processes.
• You will understand how to work in agile teams and support the team with your knowledge in the field of software testing.

Who is this certification for?

This certfication is aimed at anyone interested in the topic of software testing. It is particularly suitable for:

• Software testers
• Test analysts, test developers, test managers
• Software developers
• Managers who want to develop a deeper understanding of the work of their team
• The ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level - Agile Tester certification is relevant for all fields, e.g. in the automotive industry, in the finance sector, in medical technology, telecommunications, the public sector, and many more.

What other certifications can you recommend?

Other ISTQB® certifications that may be of interest:

• ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level - Model Based Tester
• ISTQB® Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Manager
• ISTQB® Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Analyst
• ISTQB® Certified Tester Advanced Level - Technical Test Analyst
• ISTQB® Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Automation Engineer
• ISTQB® Certified Tester Advanced Level - Security Tester

We would also recommend iSQI® Certified Mobile App Tester qualification.

If you need to be able to gather requirements then you could consider IREB® Certified Professional Requirements Engineer – Foundation Level (CPRE)