This apprenticeship has a duration of 24 months
The primary role of a Software Tester is to ensure that software operates as intended. Testers typically design and prepare test plans and conduct software testing as appropriate to ensure that software is fit for purpose. They document and report the results of testing activities. They have a good understanding of the software lifecycle and software development practices.
Typical job roles are:
Individual employers will set the selection criteria, but this might include five GCSEs; A levels; a Level 3 Apprenticeship; other relevant qualifications and experience; or an aptitude test, with a focus on functional maths. Level 2 English and Maths will need to be achieved, if not already, prior to taking the end point assessment. Apprentices will need to be proficient (not experts) in programming in at least one language, showing competency and understanding of core programming principles (i.e. iteration, selection, classes and objects, etc.).
Year | Start | End | Topic | |
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2022 | 24th October | 24th October | Induction (1 day ) | D101 |
2023 | 16th Jan | 18th Jan | Web 1 | D101 |
27th Feb | 1st March | Web 2, Database SQL, No SQL,PHP HTML & CSS | D101 | |
11th April | 13th April | Programming | D101 | |
5th June | 7th June | ISTQB - Testing Fundamentals, Testing Activities | D101 | |
4th Sept | 6th Sept | Test Levels & Test Types | D101 | |
2nd Oct | 6th Oct | Static Testing, Test Techniques, Test Management Tools & New Std & ISTQB Exam - 5 DAYS | D101 | |
TBC | TBC | Automated Testing & New Topics | D101 | |
2024 | Portfolio Check & Gateway | |||
Test & Interview preparation and exam |
Year | Start | End | Topic | |
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2023 | 9th October | 11th October | Induction & Web, Database SQL, No SQL,PHP HTML & CSS | D101 |
6th November | 8th Novemeber | Programming | D101 | |
2024 | 22nd Jan | 24th Jan | Methodology | D101 |
26th Feb | 1st March | 5 Days Programming | D101 | |
29th April | 1st May | Testing Fundamentals, Testing Activities | D101 | |
3rd June | 5th June | Test Levels,Test Types & Static Testing, Test Techniques & Test Management Tools | D101 | |
TBC | TBC | Automated Testing & New Topics | D101 | |
Portfolio Check & Gateway | ||||
Test & Interview preparation and exam |