Testing Certification

IIST Certifications:
1)Certified Software Test Professional (CSTP)
CSTP is an education-based certification, based on a Body of Knowledge that covers areas essential for every test professional to effectively perform their job in testing projects.

Objectives:
-Help individuals develop their software testing skills through formal education
-Establish a common skill set for software testing professionals according to a well-defined Body of Knowledge
-Create a pool of qualified software testing professionals
-Prepare candidates for a wider range of software testing assignments
-Complement company in-house and on-the-job training programs
-Provide professional recognition and career enhancement

2)Certified Test Manager (CTM)
CTM is based on the Test Management Body of Knowledge (TMBOK) developed by IIST through its Advisory Board.

The CTM Certification was developed to fill the gap in the management skills required by test managers and test leads to effectively manage the test process, the test project and the test organization.

Objectives:
-Help individuals develop their test management skills through formal education
-Establish a common skill set for software test managers and test leads based on a well-defined Test Management Body of Knowledge (TMBOK)
-Create a pool of qualified software test managers
-Prepare test professionals, especially those who achieved the Certified Test Professional (CSTP) designation for management and lead positions in software testing projects
-Provide professional recognition and career enhancement for those who manage test projects.

Other Certifications:
Certified Software Quality Analyst (CSQA)
Acquiring the designation of Certified Software Quality Analyst (CSQA) indicates a professional level of competence in the principles and practices of quality assurance in the IT profession. CSQAs become members of a recognized professional group and receive recognition of their competence by business and professional associates, potentially more rapid career advancement, and greater acceptance in the role as advisor to management.

Certified Software Tester (CSTE)
The Certified Software Tester (CSTE) certification is intended to establish standards for initial qualification and provide direction for the testing function through an aggressive educational program. Acquiring the designation of Certified Software Tester (CSTE) indicates a professional level of competence in the principles and practices of quality control in the IT profession. CSTEs become members of a recognized professional group and receive recognition of their competence by business and professional associates, potentially more rapid career advancement, and greater acceptance in the role as advisor to management.