Is taking an ISTQB exam through ASTQB/AT*SQA in Canada valid?

Yes. Taking an ISTQB exam through ASTQB and our official exam provider AT*SQA in Canada is valid, and it is also a great choice because of the free extras that you get with your exam. Additionally, you can take your exam online in Canada or choose a Canadian test center, and you will have up to 365 days to schedule after purchase.

Why this is a smart choice for ISTQB candidates in Canada

  • Global recognition: ISTQB certifications earned through ASTQB and AT*SQA are valid in Canada and every country globally.
  • Flexible exam options: Choose remote proctoring from home or office, or book a Canadian test center. Plus, you have 365 days to schedule your exam. 
  • Extra career visibility: Passing through ASTQB and AT*SQA allows you to be placed on the Official U.S. List of Certified and Credentialed Software Testers, which helps you get clients in the U.S.
  • Work opportunities: AT*Work makes it easier for employers and recruiters to find you for full-time roles and contracts.
  • Free micro-credential: With each ISTQB exam purchase through AT*SQA, you can request a free AT*SQA micro-credential exam.
  • Well vetted exams and extra practice: ASTQB and AT*SQA emphasize fair, carefully reviewed exams and provide additional practice exams for certain ISTQB exams.

How ISTQB exam registration works in Canada

  1. Purchase your ISTQB exam at AT*SQA.
  2. Schedule remote proctoring or select a Canadian test center at a convenient time within 365 days.
  3. Take your exam.

Quick FAQs

Are these benefits available when taking your ISTQB exam in Canada?
Yes, all the additional free AT*SQA benefits are available in Canada and worldwide.

Is the ISTQB exam available in French?
No, the exam is only available in English. 

Are there ISTQB test centers in Canada?
Yes, a list of ISTQB testing centers can be found on the AT*SQA site. 

Next step

Register for your ISTQB exam through AT*SQA for Canada, then schedule your ISTQB exam online or at a Canadian test center within 365 days.

Prepare for ISTQB with greater confidence

Only ASTQB and AT*SQA give you extra sample exams that closely match the style of the questions and answers on the real ISTQB exam you take through AT*SQA

Boost your recognition in the U.S. and globally

You’ll be listed in both the Official U.S. List of Certified & Credentialed Software Testers™  and the ISTQB Successful Candidate Register, giving you greater visibility with employers in the U.S. and internationally.

Prove your QA expertise with a free credential

With every ISTQB exam purchase, you can choose a free AT*SQA micro-credential exam to showcase your QA expertise.

Get support in your job search anywhere in the world

Appear in the AT*Work™ directory, where employers look for testers who are between jobs, seeking freelance projects, or entering the industry.

Help your company grow

If your company offers testing or consulting services, listing it on AT*Consult™ can help attract new clients.

Prove you’re among the best

Earn points toward your Testing Tiers® ranking to elevate your status on the Official U.S. List, and rise in visibility on AT*Work™ and AT*Consult™.

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No Matter Where You Live in the World

Get Extra Career Recognition and Future Flexibility

ISTQB certifications issued by ASTQB & AT*SQA are valid in every country globally.

But there is an important difference: Taking your ISTQB exam through ASTQB & AT*SQA comes with extra, free career benefits so you get the most for your money.
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