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Certified Quality Assurance Associate - CQAA™

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Overview

The Certified Quality Assurance Associate exam represents the strategic second step in your professional development, ideally suited for those pursuing an advanced career in software quality. This examination is designed for individuals engaged in any facet of the testing field, focusing on essential knowledge that transcends specific roles. Whether your focus is on Test Analysis or Test Management, this certification ensures you possess the advanced expertise required of a high-level professional in the modern tech landscape.

The exam itself features a sophisticated blend of theoretical concepts and practical applicability, requiring candidates to demonstrate a high degree of mastery to succeed. It is the perfect path for those seeking career advancement after completing their initial training, as it bridges the gap between basic understanding and senior-level execution. By pursuing this certification, you prove your readiness to handle the complexities and responsibilities associated with high-stakes software environments.

The Intermediate Certificate is specifically aimed at professionals who desire a more hands-on, practical approach to the core materials introduced at the Foundation level. We highly recommend this course for anyone associated with software quality who wants to move beyond definitions and into the real-world application of testing concepts. It provides the technical depth necessary to improve processes and deliver superior software products consistently.

To support your success, our E-Learning Course is organized into digestible, bite-sized lessons that utilize interactive multimedia to maximize engagement and knowledge retention. The program also features a unique mock exam simulator, allowing you to rigorously test your understanding and build the confidence needed to pass the official certification exam. This comprehensive approach ensures you are fully prepared to transition from a foundational tester to an intermediate expert.

The Certified Quality Assurance Associate - CQAA™ is a foundational credential awarded by ITQMA to professionals who have demonstrated core competency in project frameworks.

E-Course Duration: 20 to 25 Hours

Exam Information

The exam comprises of 40 Multiple Choice Questions out of which the candidate needs to score 70% (28 out of 40 correct) to pass.

The total duration of the exam is 1 hour (60 Minutes).

  • The exam is conducted in AI-proctored mode and can be taken anytime, anywhere within an eight-month validity period.
  • Upon purchasing the Premium Package or an Exam Voucher Code, a voucher code with two attempts will be assigned to your login profile under the "My Vouchers" tab. You can then take the exam through the "My Exam(s)" tab in your profile. To take the exam, simply apply the voucher code.

  • The Exam Voucher included in the Premium Package or purchased separately is valid for two (2) attempts. If you are unable to pass the exam within these two attempts, you can purchase a new voucher code, which will grant you an additional two attempts.
  • Kindly Note: The voucher will not be valid for a second attempt if you pass the exam on your first attempt.

The Certified Software Tester - Intermediate Level Certificate is valid for Four (4) years.

CTIL™ is a Trademark of ITQMA.

Note: The Certified Quality Assurance Associate Certification has no pre-requisites (Completion of an E-Course is not mandatory from ITQMA), but we highly recommend doing the E-Course as maximum number of questions are drawn from the E-Course in the actual exam.

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Course Outline

Module 1 – Overview of Testing

  • Introduction of Testing
  • Significance of Testing
  • Seven Testing Principles
  • Physiology of testing
  • Who can do testing?
  • Skill sets for testing professionals
  • Tasks handled by test professionals
  • SDLC and phases of SDLC
  • Life Cycle Modules
  • Definition and use of Agile and Scrum
  • What is build and build process?
  • STLC
  • Business Requirements
  • What is FRD?
  • Code of Ethics
  • Advantages of Manual and Automatic Testing

Module 2 – Test Plan

  • What is test plan?
  • Objective, scope and Strategy of test plans
  • How to write test plan?
  • Test Case
  • Test Case Specification
  • Test Procedure Specification
  • Test Log
  • Test Incident Report
  • Test Summary Report
  • Software Metrics
  • Types of Metrics

Module 3 – Test Case and Execution

  • Test Case
  • How to write effective test cases?
  • Test case review
  • Trace-ability matrix
  • Defect or bug
  • Bug Lifecycle
  • Priority vs severity
  • Causes of software defects
  • How to write test cases
  • Tracking and bug reporting

Module 4 – Test Review

  • What is test review
  • Objective of reviews (Formal, Informal, Technical and Peer)
  • Value of review
  • Success factor for reviews

Module 5 – Types of Testing

  • Types of Testing (Manual and Automation)
  • Methods of Testing (Black Box, White Box and Grey Box Testing)
  • Levels of Testing
  • Non-functional Testing
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Target Audience

  • Software Testers who are engaged in any aspect of software testing.
  • Candidates who are seeking a new career in the field of Software Testing after Foundation Level Certification
  • Everyone building a career in software testing, such as testers, test analysts, test designers and test managers, as well as anyone looking for advanced level software testing knowledge, e.g. project managers, QA managers, system managers, development managers and others, will benefit from this certification.

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