Software Testing Pathway
Functional Testing Analyst
What is a Functional Testing Analyst?
Testing is an enablement service to validate and verify application development quality and system performance prior to the production rollout of applications. Functional Testing Analysts manually execute pre-scripted regression tests to validate and verify application development quality and system performance.
The Functional Testing Analyst Role is a program in the Software Testing Pathway.
Alternate Job Titles: Functional Analyst, Software Tester, Testing Analyst, Quality Assurance Test Analyst
There are 3 courses, business skills workshops, TBD certifications and 1 project in the program, totaling TBD hours of courses, labs and workshops.
Foundations in Information Technology
The course focuses on the basics of computer hardware, software, mobile computing, networking, troubleshooting, and emerging technologies.
Course DetailsSoftware Testing Fundamentals
The course provides practical knowledge of the fundamental concepts of software testing including a common language for efficient and effective communication with other testers and project stakeholders.
Course DetailsTechnical Documentation
Develop knowledge and understanding of best practices in technical communication within the context of creating documentation in Microsoft Word.
Course Details- Operating systems
- Anti-malware software
- Productivity software
- Browser software
- Wireless router Backup software
- Workstations
- Laptop
- Printer
- External storage
- Mobile device
- Test management software
- Test execution software
- Test data generation software
- Result comparison software
- File monitoring software
- Testing libraries
- Test automation
- Microsoft Word
6 Certifications*
CompTIA IT Fundamentals
ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level
Certified Junior Agile Project Manager (IAPM)
ISTQB® Certified Tester Agile Tester Certificate
CompTIA | Microsoft | ISTQB® | IAPM
Professional Technical Communicator
Foundation Microsoft Office Specialist
Microsoft Word
Certification exams are delivered by third party certification providers and must be successfully completed based on the requirements of the providers.
COLLEGE CREDITS
Harrisburg University of Science & Technology awards college credits on successful completion of the various courses in the program. Students have the potential to earn up to 9 college credits in the Functional Testing Analyst Program.
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
Students who pass all the courses and pass at least 50% of the certification exams receive a Certificate of Completion from Harrisburg University of Science & Technology and NuPaths that represents successful completion of the Functional Testing Analyst program.
Tuition for the Functional Testing Analyst program is $6,500 per student.
The tuition includes the cost of education, the learning materials needed by the student, 100% of the fee for the first attempt of a certification exam, and, if required, 50% of the fee for the second attempt of a certification exam.
You may be eligible for funding through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) or other state and federal government resources.
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NuPaths works with you throughout the program and beyond to pursue employment opportunities. Paid internships provide an opportunity to work while completing a NuPaths program or to transition into a full-time job role. Paid apprenticeships are available through our apprenticeship partner, TranZed Apprenticeship Services.
Students who successfully complete the program will also be referred to staffing agencies, CareerLinks, and local employers for job opportunities. Learn how you can achieve NuResults by enrolling in the Functional Testing Analyst program.
Learn about Functional Testing job roles, job demand, and pay ranges, on the O*Net Online website.
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Upcoming Program Dates
May 13, Harrisburg
December 09, Philadelphia
