Specialist Level
The ISTQB® Specialist certifications are designed for professionals who want to deepen their expertise in specific areas of software testing. These certifications expand on the foundational knowledge gained in the Foundation Level and focus on technologies, testing methods, and industry-specific domains. To apply for most Specialist certifications, it is recommended to first complete the ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL).
Technologies & Approaches:
Agile Technical Tester (CTAL-ATT)
Advanced functional testing, usability testing, effective defect reporting
AI Testing (CT-AI)
Technical testing, white-box methods, code-level analysis, performance testing
Mobile Application Testing (CT-MAT)
Strategic test management, risk-based testing, team leadership, process improvement
Model-Based Tester (CT-MBT)
Strategic test management, risk-based testing, team leadership, process improvement
Agile Tester (CTFL-AT)
Technical testing, white-box methods, code-level analysis, performance testing
Test Automation Strategy (CT-TAS)
Strategic test management, risk-based testing, team leadership, process improvement
Agile Test Leadership at Scale (CT-ATLaS)
Strategic test management, risk-based testing, team leadership, process improvement
Quality Characteristics & Test Levels:
Security Testing
Advanced functional testing, usability testing, effective defect reporting
Performance Testing
Technical testing, white-box methods, code-level analysis, performance testing
Usability Testing
Strategic test management, risk-based testing, team leadership, process improvement
Acceptance Testing
Strategic test management, risk-based testing, team leadership, process improvement
Industry-specific Domains:
Automotive Software Tester
Advanced functional testing, usability testing, effective defect reporting
Gambling Industry Tester
Technical testing, white-box methods, code-level analysis, performance testing
Game Testing
Strategic test management, risk-based testing, team leadership, process improvement
