ISTQB® Certified Agile Tester (Foundation Level Extension) Certification Training
Apply practical testing approaches in Agile teams — collaboration, feedback, and quality at speed.
The ISTQB® Agile Tester certification builds on Foundation Level and focuses on how testing works in Agile delivery. This practitioner-led course strengthens team-based testing, feedback loops, and quality practices that fit modern Agile ways of working.
Who should attend
Ideal for testers, developers, engineers, business analysts, scrum masters, product owners, and test leads working in Agile or hybrid delivery teams.
This course is designed for people who already understand the basics of testing and want to improve how quality is delivered in Agile practice.
You’ll gain the ability to:
- Understand the tester’s role in Agile teams and cross-functional collaboration
- Improve feedback cycles through effective test design and communication
- Apply risk and priorities in fast-moving Agile delivery
- Strengthen acceptance criteria, story testing, and team-level quality practices
- Support continuous testing thinking across delivery, not just at the end
Prerequisites: ISTQB Foundation Level certification (or equivalent knowledge) plus practical delivery experience.
What’s covered – ISTQB® Agile Tester syllabus overview
This course is aligned to the ISTQB® Agile Tester syllabus and prepares participants for the internationally recognised certification exam.
Module 1: Testing in Agile
- Agile values and principles through a quality lens
- Testing activities across iterations and releases
- Whole-team quality and shared responsibility
Module 2: Agile testing methods and practices
- Agile testing quadrants and quality risks
- Test levels in Agile and continuous feedback
- Exploratory testing in Agile delivery
Module 3: Collaboration and communication
- Writing and validating acceptance criteria
- Example mapping and shared understanding
- Working with developers and product to prevent defects
Module 4: Tools and automation in Agile context
- Tool support in Agile teams
- CI/CD quality thinking (conceptual level)
- What “automation helps” vs “automation hurts” in practice
Module 5: Exam preparation
- Practice questions and exam technique
- Consolidation and readiness
Note: The detailed syllabus is provided in the course materials, along with exercises and exam preparation support.
Course Delivery & Certification
Format: 2–3 days (classroom or virtual)
Duration: Typically 14–21 hours of instruction (depending on delivery format)
Assessment: 60-minute exam (multiple choice)
Pass mark: 65%
Certification: ISTQB® Certified Tester – Agile Tester (internationally recognised)
Training includes:
- Comprehensive ISTQB® Agile Tester course materials
- Practical exercises and real-world examples
- Practice exam questions and exam preparation guidance
- Post-course support to help apply learning in your environment
Weekend delivery option
For working professionals and delivery teams, this course can be delivered over weekends on request.
This format supports better knowledge retention, allows participants to apply learning between sessions, and reduces disruption to ongoing delivery commitments.
Why Train with TestPilot?
Real-World Experience, Not Just Theory
Our training draws on 20+ years of implementing ISTQB frameworks across enterprises in 4 continents. The training includes practical examples from real projects, not just textbook scenarios.
ANZTB Associate Board Member
TestPilot contributes to testing standards through ANZTB board membership, ensuring training reflects both international standards and local context.
Consulting Background
We're not just trainers - we're testing consultants who help organisations implement these practices. We understand the challenges you'll face when applying this ISTQB knowledge in your environment.
Post-Training implementation support
Implementation Support
After ISTQB certification, you'll have access to guidance on implementing what you've learned in your specific context. Many clients combine training with consulting for maximum impact.
Register interest
If there’s no public date available:
Register interest: We’ll notify you when the next public course is scheduled.
Next public course
Date: 15-19 December 2025 (Monday-Wednesday)
Location: Auckland, New Zealand (classroom)
Delivery: Classroom
In-House Corporate Training
Prefer training delivered to your team (5+ people)?
Benefits:
- Tailored to your Agile ways of working and team structure
- Delivered in practical language your team can apply immediately
- Includes guidance on embedding improvements beyond the classroom
- Flexible scheduling (including weekend delivery options)
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Common Questions
Do I need Foundation Level first?
Yes — Agile Tester builds on Foundation Level concepts.
Is this only for testers?
No. It’s valuable for anyone in Agile delivery who contributes to quality and wants a shared approach.
Will this help in hybrid delivery models?
Yes. Many teams operate in Agile-hybrid contexts. The course remains relevant and practical.
What if we want this for our whole squad?
In-house delivery is a great fit and can be tailored to your team’s delivery reality.
Get Started
Next public course: 15 December 2025, Christchurch
In-house training: Available on request