Why testers choose ISTQB for software testing certification
Whether you are an independent consultant or part of a larger in-house team, as a software tester there are several reasons to choose ISTQB software testing certification over any other software testing certification:
- It maximizes your options and your potential. Whether you are trying to appeal to a broad range of clients, or providing options for your future career growth, ISTQB software testing certification is the best choice. As the world's most-used software testing certification, ISTQB is recognized in more than 30 countries. Globalization is making the world smaller every day, and you'll be ready, thanks to the only software testing certification that was designed by more than 100 software testing experts from around the planet.
- It could make you more competitive. While no certification can guarantee career advancement, it certainly can’t hurt to hold credentials from a widely recognized testing certification program. If there were two equally-qualified candidates for a position in your company, and only one had ISTQB software testing certification, which candidate would you rather be?
- It gives you the flexibility to choose your education. We are strong believers in education. However, software testing certification should be about certifying your knowledge – not about selling you courses. That's why ISTQB doesn't require that you take courses from us. Instead, we freely give away the syllabus that covers the exam topics, and let you choose the education that works best for you. Take a course from an ASTQB accredited trainer, develop your own in-house seminars, create study groups, or self-study using books and websites – it's up to you.
For another perspective, you might find it helpful to read the article in Testing Experience magazine entitled "ISTQB Certification: Why You Need It and How to Get It."
Learn more about the ISTQB software testing certification exam structure, education resources (the free syllabi, free glossary and list of publications), and calendar of exams. You can also download a pdf version of the ISTQB software testing certification brochure that describes the benefits of ISTQB software testing certification. You may also wish to review a comparison of software testing certifications.
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