Overview
What is a Software Tester?
A software tester is found in any organisation that develops and applies software. This ranges from large multi-national organisations with dedicated teams of software testers to small consulting firms that work on a contract basis to deliver software testing services to a varied client base.
Assessment
What does apprenticeship assessment involve for Software Tester level 4?
Mandatory
Assessment organisations must design apprenticeship assessments to include at least one project.
Additional
Any additional assessment, or assessments, must be selected from the following list of methods to ensure the assessment outcomes are met in full:
– Additional project
– Question and answer
– Portfolio
– Presentation
– Professional discussion
– Case study
– Simulation
Useful to know
- Apprentices may be assessed at any appropriate point during their apprenticeship programme.
- Assessments may be designed to allow a centre or training provider to mark assessments.
- The assessment organisation is responsible for ensuring all assessments are sufficiently reliable and valid, and for the accuracy of any centre or training provider marking.
- Available for starts from 27/4/27
Resources
- Qualification Specification
- Apprentice Resource Pack
- Gateway to Completion Pack
- Online resources and guidance
- Regular webinars and events
This page is intended to give a high level overview. For full details, refer to our support materials.
