What is ISTQB AI Testing?
ISTQB AI Testing is a Specialist certification focused on testing AI-based systems and using AI to support testing. If you want the ASTQB & AT*SQA extras (including an additional AI Testing sample exam made for their exam style and other free benefits), register through AT*SQA.
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AT*SQA registration page for ISTQB AI Testing.
Overview
What the certification covers, exam format, and resources.
Sample exams
Includes an ASTQB sample exam made for the ASTQB & AT*SQA exam style.
Extra benefits
Free extras described by AT*SQA when you take ISTQB through them.
What you learn with ISTQB AI Testing
- How AI-based systems differ from conventional systems, and what that changes for test design
- How to evaluate model behavior with metrics like precision, recall, and confusion matrices
- How to address AI quality characteristics such as bias, explainability, transparency, and robustness
- How to test across the AI lifecycle (data → training → deployment → monitoring)
- How to handle non-deterministic behavior using specialized techniques (including metamorphic testing)
- How AI can support testing activities (e.g., test generation and defect prediction)
Study resources
- Syllabus and AI Testing resources
- AI Testing sample exams (includes an additional sample exam created for the ASTQB & AT*SQA exam)
- How to learn AI testing
Why many candidates register through AT*SQA (via ASTQB)
- Additional sample exam: ASTQB provides an AI Testing sample exam labeled as specially created for the ASTQB & AT*SQA exam style.
- Free extras: AT*SQA describes free extras when you take ISTQB through them (including a free micro-credential exam and career tools).
- Official listings: after you pass, you may opt in through your AT*SQA account to appear on the ISTQB Successful Candidate Register and the Official U.S. List of Certified & Credentialed Software Testers™.
FAQ
What is ISTQB AI Testing?
ISTQB AI Testing is an ISTQB Specialist certification focused on testing AI-based systems and using AI to support testing activities.
Who should consider ISTQB AI Testing?
Anyone testing AI-based systems or using AI for testing can benefit from the structured body of knowledge. A practical starting point is How to learn AI testing.
Do I need ISTQB Foundation Level first?
Yes. ISTQB Foundation Level (CTFL) is the prerequisite.
What is the exam format and time limit?
There are 40 questions and 60 minutes, with 25% extended time available if English is not your first language.
Where can I get the syllabus and study materials?
Start with ISTQB AI Testing resources (syllabus, exam format, prerequisites) and use AI Testing sample exams.
Is there an additional ASTQB sample exam made for the ASTQB & AT*SQA exam style?
Yes. ASTQB provides a sample exam labeled as specially created for the ISTQB exam given by ASTQB & AT*SQA. See AI Testing sample exams.
Can I take the exam worldwide?
Yes. ASTQB indicates ISTQB exams are offered online and at testing centers worldwide, and certifications earned through ASTQB and AT*SQA are valid globally.
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