This twelve-week program is another way to prepare for ISTQB Advanced Test Analyst certification. It is structured around the textbook, "The Software Test Engineer's Handbook: A Study Guide for the ISTQB Test Analyst and Technical Analyst Advanced Level Certificates" by Graham Bath and Judy McKay. The textbook is included in the price of the program and provides details about the techniques covered in the learning objectives. In addition, we provide concise study notes for the topics. These are in outline form with commentary.

Each week, Randy conducts a live online session. The sessions are conducted by conference call and/or a web meeting facility. There are assignments and exercises in each session, just as in a live classroom.  There will also be at least 30 minutes allocated to questions and discussion. However, this is not an online class, nor is it intended to take the place of a full class. It is for those who prefer to self-study with some guidance. This is not an accredited form of training. It is just another way to prepare for the exams. The cost of the exam is not included in this study group.

Each week, you are expected to read 1 or 2 chapters (depending on the topic) of the book under study and perform assigned exercises.  After each session, a short sample quiz will be given to complete before the next week's session. The quiz will be reviewed at the start of each session.

Week 1 - Introduction & Orientation to the program
Week 2 - Testing Basics/Communication
Week 3 – Test Analysis & Design
Week 4 – Risk & Testing
Week 5 – Specification-based Test Design
Week 6 – Structural Test Design
Week 7 – Defect & Experience-based Test Design
Week 8 – Static & Dynamic Analysis
Week 9 – Test of Software Characteristics
Week 10  - Reviews and Incident Management
Week 11 - Test Tools
Week 12 – Final Review