MoT Advanced Certificate in Test Automation

What is the MoT Advanced Certificate in Test Automation?

The MoT Advanced Certificate in Test Automation (MoT-ACTA) certification course is designed for seasoned professionals aiming to advance their careers to leadership roles in Test Automation. Brought to you by the Ministry of Testing, this course equips you with the advanced skills and strategic expertise needed to excel in managing test automation initiatives and leading teams.

Course Contents

1. Identifying The "Why": The Automation Strategy

Develop competencies in analysing a project's context, modelling systems, and utilising insights to propose a comprehensive automation strategy. 

This section guides you through:

  • Context Is Key for Good Test Automation Strategy: Learn the significance of context in choosing the right tools and frameworks, enhancing your decision-making in diverse testing environments.
  • Analysing Testability: Master assessing testability in automation scenarios, a crucial skill for optimising testing processes across various environments.
  • Identifying And Setting Test Automation Goals: Develop the ability to set SMART automation goals, turning broad ideas into specific, achievable objectives for strategic success.
  • Documenting Your Strategy: Improve your documentation skills to create clear, compelling strategy documents that resonate with stakeholders and secure buy-in.
  • Gaining Buy-in and Feedback on Your Strategy: Explore techniques to effectively integrate feedback and align your strategies with business objectives, ensuring wide support and technical soundness.
  • Keeping Strategies Up To Date: Stay ahead in the test automation field by learning to keep your strategies relevant and adaptable to ongoing project changes.

2. Uncovering "How" To Implement The Strategy: The Automation Plan

Master the competencies related to identifying, organising, and executing plans essential for achieving the strategic goals set for test automation.

This section covers:

  • Determining a Plan to Create: Learn to identify automation opportunities that align with your strategy goals, creating effective plans for implementation.
  • Documenting an Automation Plan: Understand the difference between strategy and plan, and master crafting detailed, actionable plans that reflect your strategic direction.
  • Getting Feedback on Your Plans: Enhance your plans by integrating feedback effectively, a key step in achieving alignment and improving your strategy’s effectiveness.
  • Breaking a Plan Down Into Tasks: Develop the ability to break down complex plans into specific, manageable tasks, enabling efficient and collaborative execution.
  • Making Changes to a Plan: Adapt your plans in response to new insights and challenges, ensuring they stay aligned with your evolving strategic goals.

 

Why choose MoT Certifications?

  • Proven Legacy: Ministry of Testing has been a trusted partner in the software industry since 2007.
  • Community-Powered: Our course curriculums are driven by the testing community, ensuring their relevance and quality.
  • Industry Expertise: The Test Automation curriculum is co-created with input from over 150 Test Automation Professionals.
  • Engaging Learning: Experience engaging and interactive courses.
  • Flexible Learning: Learn at your own pace with our online, self-paced courses.
  • Community Support: Join a supportive community for all your questions and concerns.
  • Transparent Pricing: Enjoy an all-inclusive price with no hidden fees.
  • Career Boost: Our credible certification can elevate your career in test automation.

 

Tester, Toolsmith, Author and Instructor
Mark Winteringham is a tester, toolsmith and author of AI-Assisted Testing and Testing Web APIs, with over ten years of experience providing testing expertise on award-winning projects across a wide range of technology sectors, including BBC, Barclays, UK Government and Thomson Reuters. He is an advocate for modern risk-based testing practices and trains teams in Automation, Behaviour Driven Development and Exploratory testing techniques. He is also the co-founder of Ministry of Testing Essentials a community raising awareness of careers in testing and improving testing education. You can find him on Twitter @2bittester or at mwtestconsultancy.co.uk
Frequently Asked Questions

MoT Course Certificates are created by Ministry of Testing following deep research alongside the software testing community. Our goal is to create education that is accessible, integral, and impactful, where each individual has the knowledge and skills to succeed in their career.

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$849
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Certification Details

  • Level
    Advanced
  • Modules
    2
  • Duration
    8h 43m
  • Study Method:
    Online, self-paced
  • Completion Award:
    MoT Certificate
  • Release:
    Jan 2024
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