Course Overview
The ISTQB Test Automation Engineer Advanced Certificate Course runs over three-full days course, where it explains the tasks of a test automation engineer (TAE) in designing, developing, and maintaining test automation solutions.
The course includes exercises and practice exams to highlight key aspects of the syllabus and to help participants understand and practice the concepts and methods presented. The exam is held a few days after the course, thereby allowing good time for revision. It is accredited by the UKITB on behalf of ISTQB and is rated a level 5 in SFIS Plus The ISTQB Test Automation Engineer course is principally aimed at test practitioners who have achieved an advanced point in their careers in software testing and are expecting to be actively involved in the technical aspects of software testing, including test automation, non-functional testing, white-box testing, and who want to increase their knowledge and skills beyond the levels covered by the Foundation and Intermediate qualifications. This includes people in roles such as testers, test analysts, test engineers, test consultants, test managers, user acceptance testers and software developers. This Advanced Level qualification is also appropriate for anyone who wants a deeper understanding of software testing, such as project managers, quality managers, software development managers, business analysts and management consultants. Founded in 2002, ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualifications Board) is a not-for-profit association comprising 66 national boards (including the UKITB) to provide worldwide coverage ISTQB has defined the Advanced certification as part of their ‘Certified Tester’ scheme that, with over 240,000 certifications, has become the de facto world-wide standard for software testing qualifications. The ‘Certified Tester’ scheme: After achieving the ISTQB Test Automation Engineer certification, you’re prepared to take the next step in your software testing career by exploring further modules within the Certified Tester Scheme. Core Stream Modules Holders of the ISTQB Advanced Test Automation Engineer certification are encouraged to explore these options to stay current with the latest practices and to enhance their professional development in the field of software testing and QA. As automation plays an increasingly important role in the systems development process, employers have begun to accept the need for structure and qualification as a way of standardising things and getting a return on their investment. We talk you through the course. Key topics covered are What are the Test Automation principles? Who is the course for?
About ISTQB and the ‘Certified Tester’ Scheme
Next Steps: Follow-on Courses After ISTQB Advanced Test Automation Engineer Course
These modules are technology, methodology, and application domain-agnostic, building directly on the knowledge acquired at the Foundation Level.
Agile Stream
Tailored for those working in or transitioning to Agile environments, this stream emphasizes testing practices and principles within the Agile methodology.
Specialist Stream
For those looking to specialise further, this stream offers courses focusing on specific quality characteristics, test approaches, test activities, or industry-specific testing knowledge.Learn more about the ISTQB Advanced Test Automation Engineer Course
Nicholas Nowosielski | Test Engineer | Capgemini –
Well structured content, combining theory, examples and practice. Enough breaks throughout the day to not burn out and instructor helped answer questions helpfully.
Matthew East | Software tester | –
Well structured and progressed at a good pace.
Matthew East | Software tester | –
Well structured and progressed at a good pace.
Prajwal Shrestha | Test Analyst | Infomentum –
Great trainer, was very helpful and knowledgeable but the course is very rushed, would be best to have one more day to cover all the topics
Dan Jones | Test Engineer | Capgemini UK –
Really well presented given the circumstances of having to carry out distance learning. John is an extremely knowledgeable trainer and took the time to ensure all attendees understood the material being presented.
Victoria Harding | Test Analyst | Capgemini –
John was very knowledgeable and comprehensive – a good mix of theory and practice exam questions – breaks were well timed and felt comfortable to ask questions if necessary. Course covered a wide range of test automation factors throughout the testing lifecycle.
Patrick Wilson| Performance Test Engineer| IBM –
As always, very good! Course was well presented, thorough and with plenty of real world examples to make the content more relatable. Would recommend to anyone!
Victoria Holmes | Senior UAT Analyst |Link Group –
Very well articulated for the different levels of experience of the course attendees. Understanding provided when incorrect answers given, weren’t left feeling silly. Considering it is hard to stay focused when the course is online, she did well to keep us engaged. It was well structured with small regular breaks.
Ankita Singh | Assistant Manager |KPMG –
Trainer is having good understanding of automation testing processes. She delivered the course very well and discussed the queries well too.
Bob Metcalfe | Quality Engineer |Lloyds Banking Group –
John was an excellent trainer, clearly walking us through the syllabus in an easy to understand way, with plenty of opportunities to undertake practical application of learning through past exam papers and scenarios. He frequently validated that everyone on the course was clear before we moved onto the next section and provided some helpful tips on how to revise and prepare for the exam.
Jennifer Kwan | Quality Engineer |Lloyds Banking Group through outside company –
Excellent trainer, able to explain things well, any questions were answered well as well. Great examples as well that helped highlight and explain things in a manner that was understandable.
ALAN BISHOP | QUALITY ENGINEER |LLOYDS BANKING GROUP –
Although a lot to cover and take in over three days, it was broken down nicely and covered and gone through clearly by the tutor. Tutor great at answering questions and explaining areas until it was understood.
Karen Wareing | Quality Engineer |Lloyds –
I found the course very interesting and learnt a lot. It was paced well and John always made sure that everyone understood before moving onto the next part of the course. He went through the exam questions in detail explaining which answer was correct and why and why the other answers were not the best answer. I thought it would be difficult to concentrate with it been a virtual course WFH but I actually preferred it. It was a shame that we couldn’t print off the mind maps as I would have preferred to have been able to make notes on them to use for revision. It would have been good to be advised that some of the documents we were sent prior to the course weren’t able to be printed off as I thought it was an issue with my printer and wasted time trying to sort it out.
Conor Wilson | QE |Lloyds –
Good material, however purely virtual learning is challenging, the past papers helped the most
Linda Perry | Quality Engineer |Lloyds Banking Group –
Intense but very well presented with good explanations and examples along the way
David McGechie | Quality Engineer |LBG –
tough going in a virtual classroom collaboration and contribution from all parties was reduced. content & delivery was great and at a pace that was good for me
Claire Meikleham | Quality Engineer |LBG –
A lot of theory so it is a tough few days. Particularly enjoyed the exam type questions and the discussions around why the other options were not the correct answer. Felt this was very beneficial to my understanding.
Linda Perry|Quality Engineer|Lloyds Banking Group –
Intense but very well presented with good explanations and examples along the way
David McGechie | |Quality Engineer|LBG –
tough going in a virtual classroom collaboration and contribution from all parties was reduced. content & delivery was great and at a pace that was good for me
Claire Meikleham|Quality Engineer|LBG –
A lot of theory so it is a tough few days. Particularly enjoyed the exam type questions and the discussions around why the other options were not the correct answer. Felt this was very beneficial to my understanding.