ISTQB Agile Tester

Course Overview

• This course introduces students to Agile testing concepts in a clear and practical way.
• It explains how testing is performed within Agile teams, using real-world examples, Agile ceremonies, user stories, acceptance criteria, and practical testing scenarios.
• The training helps students understand the Agile Tester mindset, prepare confidently for the ISTQB Agile Tester exam, and apply Agile testing practices in real working environments.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals of Agile software development.
• Explain the differences between traditional and Agile testing.
• Describe the role, responsibilities, and required skills of a tester in an Agile team.
• Participate effectively in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Write and review user stories, acceptance criteria, and testable requirements.
• Apply Agile testing techniques such as exploratory testing, risk-based testing, and acceptance test-driven development.
• Understand the basics of test automation in Agile projects.
• Answer ISTQB Agile Tester exam-style questions with confidence.

Prerequisites

• Basic knowledge of software testing is recommended.
• ISTQB Foundation Level knowledge is highly preferred.
• No practical Agile experience is required.
• The training explain Agile concepts step by step in a simple and practical manner.

Target Certification

• Certificate of Completion from MIU.
• Prepares participants for the ISTQB Agile Tester (CTFL-AT)

Discount on international exam

• Support for ISTQB Foundation Level, including guidance on voucher issuance and available discounts.

Who Should Attend

• Software Testers
• Junior Test Engineers
• Developers working in Agile teams
• Anyone who wants to understand Agile testing in real-world projects
• Anyone planning to take the ISTQB Agile Tester certification exam

Course Content

Ch1. Agile Software Development

• The Fundamentals of Agile Software Development
• Aspects of Agile Approaches

Ch2. Fundamental Agile Testing Principles, Practices, and Processes

• The Differences between Testing in Traditional and Agile Approaches
• Status of Testing in Agile Project
• Role and Skills of a Tester in an Agile Team

Ch3. Static Testing

• Agile Testing Methods
• Assessing Quality Risk and Estimating Test Effort
• Techniques in Agile Projects
• Tools in Agile Projects

Recommended Next Course

• ISTQB Technical Test Analyst or ISTQB Test Analyst

Job Profiles

• Agile Tester
• Software Tester
• Quality Assurance Engineer
• Test Analyst
• QA Specialist

Work Environments

• Software development companies
• Agile software teams
• Quality assurance departments
• IT service providers
• SaaS and cloud-based software companies

Estimated Time to Completion = 20 – 25 hours

Time Plan: Round 1_July 2026

Day	Topics & Activities	No. Of Hours	Date	Time	Location
Day 1	Chapter 1 Agile SW Dev	6 H	July 26, 2026	10 AM – 4 PM	On Campus
Day 2	Chapter 2 Fundamental Agile Testing Principles	4 H	July 28, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online
Day 3	½ Chapter 3 Agile Testing Methods & Tools	4 H	July 30, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online
Day 4	½ Chapter 3 Agile Testing Methods & Tools	4 H	August 2, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online
Day 5	Exams Solving	4 H	August 4, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online

Time Plan: Round 2_Aug 2026

Day	Topics & Activities	No. Of Hours	Date	Time	Location
Day 1	Chapter 1 Agile SW Dev	6 H	September 6, 2026	10 AM – 4 PM	On Campus
Day 2	Chapter 2 Fundamental Agile Testing Principles	4 H	September 8, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online
Day 3	½ Chapter 3 Agile Testing Methods & Tools	4 H	September 10, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online
Day 4	½ Chapter 3 Agile Testing Methods & Tools	4 H	September 13, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online
Day 5	Exams Solving	4 H	September 15, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online

Dual Course Registration Offer

When registering for both the ISTQB Foundation Level V4.0 Course and the ISTQB Agile Tester Course, the total combined fees for both programs will be 6,000 LE.