ISTQB® Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Automation Engineer

Understand more about the complexities of test automation and take your software testing skills to the next level.

Please note: This version is being retired on 12th June 2025. Please see here for the latest version of the certification.

Anyone working in software testing who has achieved an advanced point in their career.

Successful completion of the ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation level and a minimum of three years testing experience is recommended.
The Professional Certificate may also be helpful but is not required.
Training with a BCS accredited training provider is recommended.

The syllabus includes training objectives, details of modules and learning hours, plus a recommended reading list:

When you achieve the certificate you can appear on the Successful Candidate Register (SCR).

Take this course with one of our accredited training providers.

Classroom courses normally last three days.

At a BCS accredited training provider near you.

Course prices vary depending on your chosen training provider and course format.

Ideal if you’re self-motivated and already know something about software testing.

It usually takes a minimum of 21 hours to prepare for the exam.

At any Pearson VUE test centre across the world.

UK price: £252 (£210 + VAT).

International prices may vary by region, please check international pricing via our partner Pearson VUE.

Simple non-programmable calculators can be used during paper based examinations (to be provided by the candidate).

Candidates taking online examinations will have access to an on-screen calculator. No other calculators or mobile technology will be allowed.

ISTQB® is a Registered Trade Mark of the International Software Testing Qualifications Board.

This qualification is not regulated by the following United Kingdom Regulators - Ofqual, Qualifications Wales, CCEA Regulation or SQA.