If you’re looking to build or progress a career in software testing, certifications can feel like a confusing starting point. Two names come up again and again: ISTQB and BCS.
Software testing remains one of the most accessible and resilient entry points into the tech industry. In 2026, as organisations rely more than ever on digital systems, the demand for
January is often the busiest month in IT and testing. After the year-end change freeze, backlogs flood in, deferred deployments stack up, and teams race to get everything live again
If you’re considering a career in software testing or looking to boost your existing credentials, you’ve probably asked yourself one crucial question: “What will I actually earn with an ISTQB
If you work in software testing, you’ve probably heard the phrase focus on risk. It’s one of those ideas that everyone nods along to, but when deadlines loom and test
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As the year draws to a close, many teams feel the squeeze. Deadlines pile up, projects rush to hit year-end targets, and releases get pushed out the door in a
For many software testers, the first big step in their professional journey is earning the ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certification. It provides a common language, a grounding in
When you’re studying for an ISTQB® qualification, or even just browsing the syllabus, the section on test design techniques can look a little intimidating. Equivalence partitioning? Boundary value analysis? State
ISTQB Advanced Test Automation 2.0 equips experienced testers and automation professionals with the skills to design, implement and manage effective test automation solutions. The certification has recently been updated to
Project portfolios in 2026 rarely live at the extremes of pure waterfall or pure agile. Instead, most organisations juggle regulatory constraints, shifting stakeholder needs and continuous delivery expectations all in
Towards the end of last year, the ISTQB Advanced Test Analyst certification was updated to better reflect modern software testing techniques and best practice. The new course teaches the skills required to perform structured and
The World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs 2025 report lists software-quality roles among the fastest-growing tech careers. However, the skills that made testers indispensable five years ago will not guarantee
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The Growing Demand for Business Analysts Business Analysts are in high demand as organisations increasingly rely on data-driven decision making and digital transformation. Whether you are starting your career or
For many testers, the natural next step in their career journey is moving into a leadership role. Becoming a test lead isn’t about leaving behind the skills you’ve honed in
Certifications can feel a bit like a menu at a restaurant: there are so many options, all with tempting descriptions, but how do you pick the right dish that satisfies
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Test automation is one of those topics that everyone agrees is important, but not everyone agrees on where to start. Organisations want faster releases, fewer bugs, and lower costs, but
When you hear the word ITIL, you might think of service desks, incident queues, and change request forms. And when you hear test management, you might picture test cases, defect logs, and
Certification budgets are finite, and the options for training continue to grow. However, without a structured review, you risk chasing fashionable badges that don’t advance your career or your organisation.
At TSG Training, we want to give every delegate the best chance of success. That’s why we offer free course resits on all ISTQB courses.
If a delegate is unsuccessful in their exam, they are entitled to rejoin the same course once, free of charge, provided it takes place within 6 months of their original course date.
Please note: while the course resit is free, delegates will need to pay the exam fee again when re-sitting their exam
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Pass Protect, offered by TSG Training, is a valuable option for those concerned about the possibility of not passing their exam on the first attempt.
It acts like an insurance policy, allowing you to resit your exam at a significantly reduced rate.
Pass Protect covers one resit per exam purchased, so you don’t have to worry about the cost of an additional attempt if you don’t pass initially.
In summary, by adding the Pass Protect to your order, you save £160 upfront, but keep in mind that it’s only available for resits if you purchase it when you first register for your exam.
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