ASTQB is the American Software Testing Qualifications Board, the United States country board for ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualifications Board)
What is ASTQB, 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 the exams?
No, their non-profit exam provider AT*SQA administers the exams.
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?
No, people from anywhere in the world can use ASTQB and their exam provider AT*SQA to take their ISTQB exam.
Are ISTQB certifications awarded by ASTQB valid worldwide?
Yes, an ISTQB certification awarded by ASTQB is valid worldwide.