Software Tester (level 4)

Your software tester apprentice can contribute to your development team by designing and preparing test plans, testing and documenting results.

Maximum funding

£18,000

Duration

24 months

Entry requirements

As the employer, you’ll set the selection criteria - this typically includes one or more of the following:

  • five GCSEs and / or A levels
  • level 3 apprenticeship
  • other relevant qualifications or experience
  • aptitude test, with a focus on functional maths

Key documents

Latest revised version:
Software Tester (level 4) standard - revised

Existing version (to be retired):
Software Tester (level 4) standard - existing

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Deliver all the training within your organisation not just the on-the-job support. (England only)

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Knowledge requirements

ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level
Syllabus (PDF)
Specimen paper (PDF)
Answer key (PDF)

BCS Intermediate Certificate in Software Testing
Syllabus (PDF)
Specimen paper (PDF)