General issues

Question 1

Does the Training Center conduct specialized courses on learning the basics of programming, API or SQL testing?

Accepted Answer

Currently, such courses are not held, but in the nearest future we will announce the launch of interesting educational projects. Follow the news on our website.

Question 2

What is the difference between the paid «Software Testing: Basics and Practice» course and the free «Fundamentals of Software Testing» course?

Accepted Answer

The main difference is the live online lectures and the availability of detailed feedback and support for all tasks in the «Software Testing: Basics and Practice» course. Also, the course covers specific types of testing, such as mobile testing and game testing, there is an additional IT English class and a lecture about employment tips.
The «Fundamentals of Software Testing» course involves self-study of the material. Students are provided with video lectures and feedback only on the first two homework assignments.

Question 3

Can an application be rejected while studying?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if at the time of the fifth lecture, the stedent's progress was less than 1 point. In this case, the application for participation in the course is rejected.

Question 4

Can I log in and do my homework from different PCs each time?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can. All results will be saved and reviewed regardless of the PC used.

Question 5

What document is provided after completing the course?

Accepted Answer

After successful completion of the course, the participant receives a certificate.

Question 6

Can I trust the reviews on the website?

Accepted Answer

All reviews on our site are added by administrators. Feedback on our courses is published by the company, posted on the page https://en.training.qatestlab.com/about/references/ and isn't avaliable on the any other resources. All the feedbacks are provided by students personally and published with their written consent after receiving links to their social media pages.

We would like to point out that our company is not responsible for the publication of the feedbacks on our courses on third-party resources.

If you have any questions about publishing feedback on our courses on third-party resources, please contact the administration of these resources.

Question 7

How do I start a course?

Accepted Answer

On the main page, you need to go to the «Schedule» tab of the website, select the desired course, select the study group and click the «Apply» button.
Next, you need to fill out the registration form, take the entrance test (if available) and wait for the application to be processed by the administrator.
After that, a corresponding letter will be sent to the registered e-mail address.

Question 8

What is the language of the training courses?

Accepted Answer

The courses are held in the English language.

Question 9

Who can I contact for more information If I have any questions after the lectures?

Accepted Answer

If you have any questions, please contact the Training Center specialists for online support on the website or in your personal cabinet.

Please note that the «Fundamentals of Software Testing» course only provides answers to organizational questions.

Question 10

I didn't have time to sign up and the class had already started. Can I join the group?

Accepted Answer

You can't join a course that's already in progress. You need to register in the next group on the page and wait for the administrator to process the application.

Question 11

How many times can you apply and take the entrance test for the «Fundamentals of Software Testing» course?

Accepted Answer

You can submit an application and entrer the test up to 3 times for one group.

Question 12

How can I ask a lecturer a question and where can I see the group chat during the class on the «Software Testing: Basics and Practice» course?

Accepted Answer

To ask a question to a lecturer, you should write the question in the «Questions» chat of the «GoToWebinar» program while listening to the lecture.
Group chat is not available for the listeners during the lecture, it is displayed only to the lector. Students only have access to the chat with a lector.

Question 13

Does the tester need to know English?

Accepted Answer

The course does not require a high level of English, the basic level is sufficient. But, knowledge of English is undoubtedly an additional competitive advantage in future employment, as most IT projects are done in English.

Question 14

How long does each course lecture last?

Accepted Answer

Each session of the «Software Testing: Basics and Practice» course lasts approximately 2 hours, lectures are held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. EET according to the schedule.
For the «Fundamentals of Software Testing» course, lecture recordings become available at 6 p.m. EET according to the schedule, the duration of the lectures is 1-1.5 hours.

Question 15

Will links from the document be available in the Handouts section after the lecture in the «Software Testing: Basics and Practice» course?

Accepted Answer

Links are available in your personal account in the «Documents» section. Also, some of them are duplicated on the blog in materials for lectures.

Question 16

Are there any age limits for course participants?

Accepted Answer

Courses can be taken by any participant without age limits.

Question 17

What is the cost of training in testing courses?

Accepted Answer

Training in the «Software Testing: Basics and Practice» course with online lectures and detailed feedback costs $140.
Training in the «Fundamentals of Software Testing» course is free.

Question 18

Can I retake courses from QATestLab?

Accepted Answer

Yes, in case you didn't get the certificate you can retake the course. There will be three attempts for each course.

Students can reapply only when the current group has completed and received the results.

Question 19

How is the connection to the lecture in the «Software Testing: Basics and Practice» course and on which resource are the classes held?

Accepted Answer

Lessons are provided through the GoToWebinar online platform (use the link to check the system).

Links to connect to each lesson can be found in the personal cabinet on the page of the current group.

In order to facilitate the use of the GoToWebinar program and to prevent frequent questions, we recommend you to read the instructions how to start the program and connect to the lecture at http://en.training.qatestlab.com/knowledge-library/blog/instruction-system-gotowebinar/.

Question 20

Who are the teachers who give lectures on the courses?

Accepted Answer

The lectures are conducted by our company employees, experienced specialists in the testing field.

Question 21

Are the courses available worldwide?

Accepted Answer

Yes, currently the courses can be completed from any corner of the world.

Question 22

Do I have to attend the webinars on the «Software Testing: Basics and Practice» course?

Accepted Answer

No, attending a webinar does not affect the results of the course. Students can watch the recordings of the lectures.

Question 23

Do I need to install some special programs to take the courses?

Accepted Answer

To complete the free «Fundamentals of Software Testing» course you need a PC or laptop with an up-to-date operating system, access to the Internet, and it will be necessary to install 3 browsers of the latest version and a program for taking screenshots (for example, SnagIt, Jing).

In the «Software Testing: Basics and Practice» course, in addition to the above, you need to check whether the system used by the student meets the requirements of the GoToWebinar program at this link . 

All necessary software for learning on each course is mentioned in the first lecture of the course.

Question 24

What happens after I submit my application?

Accepted Answer

After submitting an application for the «Fundamentals of Software Testing» course, a letter is sent to the mail with a link to pass the entrance test, which is valid within a day after sending. The result, the answer to the submitted application and further steps are sent to the mail within a few working days after taking the test.

After applying for the «Software Testing: Basics and Practice» course, a letter is sent to the mail with a link to confirm the mail. After confirmation, a letter will be sent to the mail with a link for payment and further information about enrollment in the group and the schedule.

Question 25

Who's reviewing the homework?

Accepted Answer

Homework assignments are reviewed by the experienced testers.

Question 26

Do you provide training materials or lecture recordings?

Accepted Answer

In the «Fundamentals of Software Testing» course video recordings of lectures are provided according to the schedule.
For the «Software Testing: Basics and Practice» course, lecture recordings will be available for download the day after the lecture.
Presentations are the intellectual property of QATestLab and are not provided for use. Also, in the personal account there are examples of correctly designed homeworks and links to useful materials for studying.

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