Career path
Your roadmap in software quality
The two major certification tracks – ISTQB® for software testing, IREB® for requirements engineering – at a glance. See where you stand and what makes sense next.
ISTQB® Software Testing
From Tester to Test Manager
Internationally recognized, accredited by the German Testing Board.
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Foundation Level · Entry
ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL)
Software testing fundamentals: test process, static and dynamic techniques, test management basics. 3 days · no prior knowledge required.
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Advanced Level · Specialization
CTAL – Test Analyst or Test Manager
Test Analyst (4.0): analytical test design, quality characteristics, reviews. Test Manager (3.0): test strategy, risk management, metrics. Prerequisite: CTFL.
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Expert Level · Depth
CTEL – Test Management Expert & more
The highest ISTQB® level for experienced test leaders. Not currently in our open catalog – we refer you to suitable providers or support you individually.
On request
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IREB® Requirements Engineering
From Requirements Analyst to RE Architect
The international standard for requirements engineering.
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Foundation Level · Entry
IREB® Certified Professional for Requirements Engineering (CPRE)
Elicit, document, validate and manage requirements. 3 days · no prior knowledge required.
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Advanced Level · In-depth
CPRE Advanced: Elicitation, Modeling, Requirements Management, RE@Agile
Four in-depth modules to choose from. Not currently in our open catalog – we offer these topics as in-house training.
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Expert Level · Practice
RE Expert in your organization
Beyond the certificate: building your own RE practice. We support you with requirements management consulting – from strategy to tooling.
Special Topic
ISTQB® CT-GenAI – Testing with Generative AI
Cutting across the classic tracks: artificial intelligence in software testing – prompt design, risks, verification of AI-assisted tests. 3 days, in cooperation with trendig and brightest. We recommend the ISTQB® CTFL as subject-matter preparation.
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