The essential qualification for software testers

ISTQB Foundation Certificate

Become a qualified software tester. ISTQB Foundation gives you essential skills and knowledge needed to work as a testing professional.

ISTQB Guaranteed PassRecognised internationally the certificate is considered the industry standard, professional qualification in software testing and is a prerequisite to gaining advanced ISTQB accreditation.

An extra layer of certification through ISTQB Foundation with Planit

Planit is the first in Asia Pacific to have ISTQB Foundation endorsed by the Project Management Institute (PMI). PMI credentials are also widely recognised in IT, and open the door to higher earning and job satisfaction. Complete Planit’s ISTQB in Foundation and earn 22 professional development units (PDUs) towards PMP®*/PgMP®** certification – over a third of the 60 PDUs required for full accreditation.

Project Management Professional (PMP)*
Demonstrates knowledge and skill in leading and directing project teams within project constraints.

Program Management Professional (PgMP)**
Defines and oversees projects and resources.

Guaranteed Pass for ISTQB Foundation

We guarantee you’ll pass. In the rare instance where someone doesn’t, we refund course costs. Speak to someone in our customer service team or see Terms & Conditions for more details.

FREE Revision

FREE pre-exam revision sessions held regularly for this course for increased understanding when you need it most.

Industry standard professional qualification for testers

Learning Outcomes

  • Learn fundamental testing principles, including details of the testing process
  • Understand testing throughout the project development lifecycle
  • Apply a variety of test techniques for more effective test preparation
  • Manage your own testing process

Course Content

  • Fundamentals of software testing
  • Testing across the software lifecycle
  • Static techniques
  • Test design techniques
  • Test management
  • Tool support for testing

Examination

The examination is a closed book, 40-question multiple choice exam. Candidates must score a minimum of 26 to become a Foundation Certified Tester. Examinations are independently administered.

Face-to-face learning

Learn in the classroom and interact with colleagues and course presenters. Training available across New Zealand.
Course cost: $2070 inc. GST

Online learning

Halve course costs with self-paced online learning. Start today. Set your own timetable.
Course cost: $920 inc. GST

In house training

Training comes to you. Planit can tailor a learning program with course modules specific to the needs of your organisation.