ISTQB® CTFL Training Course

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The ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) training course provides essential knowledge and skills in software testing. It covers the fundamental principles of software testing, making it relevant for all software delivery approaches and practices, including waterfall, agile, DevOps, and continuous delivery.

Aligned with the latest ISTQB® CTFL v4.0 syllabus, this course enhances your expertise and ensures that you are well-prepared for the official ISTQB® certification exam.

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Who is this for?

Software testing is a highly sought-after skill worldwide, and proven expertise in this field can open doors to exciting career opportunities.

Whether you are thinking of starting a career in software testing or want to improve your existing skill set, let our ISTQB® CTFL Training Course guide you on your journey.

The course aims to provide you with a solid understanding of the fundamental concepts and processes supporting the software testing field. It helps you enhance your professional knowledge and also boost your chances for success in the official ISTQB® exam.

CTFL 4.0 Autonomous


Monthly course subscription

Access to the training multimedia materials library

Chat support

Access to 200+ test questions

2 Mock Exams, accurately mirroring the original ISTQB® CTFL questions, at the end of the course

Tips on how to pass the exam

Certificate upon course completion (if required)


1 month / £100

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12 months* / £300

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*60 days chat support

CTFL 4.0 Accelerated


4-day course intensive with 6 hours live sessions every day

Access to the training multimedia materials library

A step-by-step curriculum covering all exam topics

Chat support

Access to 200+ test questions

2 Mock Exams, accurately mirroring the original ISTQB® CTFL questions, at the end of the course

Tips on how to pass the exam

Certificate upon course completion (if required)


Next intake: May 2025

What’s next?

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The course is delivered by ISTQB®-accredited training provider - Exactpro.

Exactpro is an independent provider of AI-enabled software testing and development services for mission-critical technology of the global financial markets.

Exactpro team has successfully tested and released into live service such complex financial systems as trading, clearing and settlement platforms, market data, collateral and risk management systems, as well as regulatory reporting systems. We are happy to share years of experience with you on this course.
Learn more about Exactpro at exactpro.com.

Training materials accreditation for ISTQB® CTFL Syllabus v4.0 is in progress.

The training provides a structured approach to software testing, covering both theoretical concepts and practical applications.

Fundamentals of Testing

  • What is Testing?
  • Why is Testing Necessary?
  • Testing Principles
  • Test Activities, Testware and Test Roles
  • Essential Skills and Good Practices in Testing

Testing Throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

  • Testing in the Context of SDLC
  • Test Levels and  Test Types
  • Maintenance Testing

Static Testing

  • Static Testing Basics
  • Feedback and Review Process

Test Analysis and Design

  • Test Techniques Overview
  • Black-Box Test Techniques
  • White-Box Test Techniques
  • Experience-based Test Techniques
  • Collaboration-based Test Approaches

Managing the Test Activities

  • Test Planning
  • Risk Management
  • Test Monitoring, Test Control and Test Completion
  • Configuration Management
  • Defect Management

Test Tools

  • Tool Support for Testing
  • Benefits and Risks of Test Automation

You can get the Course certificate after successfully completing the Mock Exam (with the pass mark of 65%) which you can place on Linkedin. Please note that this is not an official ISTQB® CTFL certificate.