ISTQB certification as a benefit for IT testers
You can get it for free as one of the company benefits for employees at msg life Slovakia.
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Software testing is one of the most essential parts in the development of any program. The task of an IT tester is to detect weaknesses that could pose a risk or make the user’s work unpleasant. Software testing methods vary and are constantly changing as technology evolves. This is why there is a difference in the individual testers’ level. The international ISTQB certification can train them in the process or, on the contrary, test their knowledge. You can get it for free as one of the employee benefits of working at msg life Slovakia.
ISTQB certification (International Software Testing Qualifications Board) is one of the most well-known certifications in the field of software application testing. In each country, certification is covered by the country’s authority, which must meet the ISTQB criteria, meaning it is authorized to carry out certification. After getting this certification, you will not only take your skills to a new level, but they will be accepted outside of Slovakia.
The ISTQB certification process is the same in each country. The course can be taken even without IT experience, but it is always an advantage if the candidate is already familiar with the subject. You can get a basic, advanced or expert level certification. “However, the ISTQB CTFL foundation level is a prerequisite for higher levels of certification,” explains Michal, a business consultant.
The course can be taken online or in person, depending on the candidate’s preference. “For the Platinum partner, ISTQB courses are also done on-site at the company’s headquarters or online at a time agreed by us, if there are enough candidates.” adds Lukas, software tester. Before obtaining a valid certification, the applicant must complete theoretical training supplemented by practical demonstrations.
At the foundation level you can choose to take the course in Slovak or English, higher levels can be taken only in English. “Preparation for the ISTQB certification takes place at least once a week due to the candidates’ workload and one lesson lasts approximately 1.5 hours,” says Michal. Obtaining the certification takes approximately seven weeks.
The course is free
Successful candidates of the course receive a valid certification, which is published in the register of successful candidates on the official ISTQB portal. The recruiter can verify ISTQB certification validity by the candidate’s name. At the moment, this certificate is seen as an advantage at a job interview, but it is also possible to get it afterwards, while you are working with us – even if you have already failed the course once. “In this case, it is no longer necessary to go through the whole preparatory course again,” adds Michal.
“If a candidate is not sure of their knowledge after completing the training, they do not have to go to the next certification date, but at a later date. If they decide to retake the exam, they must, of course, pay the certification fee,” adds Michal. However, this is not the case at msg life Slovakia, where the second attempt is paid for by our company.
The employer thus increases the professional level of employees and gains a competitive advantage. Successful candidates of the ISTQB certification course will have opportunities for career growth and will become familiar with the tester’s code of ethics.
They do not have to worry that this knowledge will be outdated in a few years’ time. “The basic principles in the field of testing remain more or less unchanged, but the ISTQB of course reflects developments and updates its syllabus. The foundation level, which introduces the candidate to the basic principles, is therefore not time-limited. At some higher levels, certification is already time-limited,” explains Michal.
It is possible to attempt to obtain a certification without completing the course, but it is very unlikely that a candidate will pass the exams without preparation. “There are a number of free learning options available on the Internet, but especially for practical tasks I recommend consulting someone experienced or taking a course,” adds Lukas, a software application tester.
A job where you can grow in your career and keep learning
Thanks to your job at msg life Slovakia you will get the opportunity to get not only the ISTQB software testing certification – you can achieve much more with us. Our competitive advantage is clearly our employee benefits from which each candidate can choose what they enjoy the most. Someone will be interested in regular adrenaline teambuilding, relaxing massages, own fitness center or the possibility to get a MultiSport card. But we offer you something extra – the opportunity to attend regular language courses or various training courses to help you progress.
If you are passionate about IT and have the desire to work on yourself, we are happy to help you in your career development. If you are looking for stable job in the form of a home office, where you can occasionally go to the office for a coffee with colleagues, be sure to check out our job offers in the field of consulting and software testing.
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