What is ASTQB?
ASTQB is the American Software Testing Qualifications Board, the United States country board for ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualifications Board).
What is ASTQB’s structure, and what do they do?
ASTQB is a non-profit organization based in the United States serving a worldwide audience by creating top-quality ISTQB exams in American English that help global teams standardize their communications to improve efficiency, reduce software defects, and develop quality software more quickly.
When was ASTQB founded?
ASTQB was founded in 2003 as the American Testing Board. In April 2005, the name was changed to the American Software Testing Qualifications Board.
Does ASTQB administer ISTQB exams?
ASTQB administers all types of ISTQB exams, with a special emphasis on on-site exams. However, for those wishing to take online, remote proctored exams and testing center exams, ASTQB typically refers testers to the non-profit exam provider AT*SQA. This is because AT*SQA is well-known for its excellent customer service and free extra benefits like a free software testing micro-credential exam and additional lists for extra professional recognition and jobs, like AT*Work. AT*SQA offers ISTQB exams globally. All ISTQB exams taken through ASTQB and AT*SQA are valid in every country of the world.
What is the purpose of ASTQB?
ASTQB’s mission is to promote professionalism in software testing in the United States. They accomplish this by providing and administering quality exams for ISTQB certification, engaging in ISTQB working groups, supporting efforts to develop and encourage people who are already in or joining software testing, and supporting and facilitating training providers in delivering high-quality courses.
Can ASTQB only be used by people in the US for ISTQB exams?
People from anywhere in the world can use ASTQB and their exam provider AT*SQA to take their ISTQB exams. This allows them to get the free extra benefits that are valuable no matter which country they live in. As an additional bonus, they can also appear on the Official U.S. List of Certified & Credentialed Testers if desired, as that can give them future career flexibility even if they don’t live in the U.S. or work remotely for a U.S. company. Everyone who passes ISTQB through ASTQB will also be added to the ISTQB successful candidate register.
Are ISTQB certifications awarded by ASTQB valid worldwide?
Yes, an ISTQB certification awarded by ASTQB is valid worldwide.
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