Certified Tester Digital Accessibility Testing (CT-DAT)
Overview
The ISTQB® Digital Accessibility Testing (CT-DAT) certificate focuses on testing methods and approaches for Digital Accessibility Testing (DAT). It covers DAT procedures, as well as relevant standards and risks.
Audience
The DAT certification is aimed at anyone involved in software testing who wishes to broaden their knowledge of digital accessibility testing or anyone who wishes to start a specialist career in DAT. The qualification is also aimed at anyone involved in digital accessibility design who wishes to understand digital accessibility testing.
The ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL),v4.0 or previous versions, is a prerequisite for the CT-DAT certification.
Content
ISTQB® Certified Digital Accessibility Testing (CT-DAT)
Basic Concepts
Fundamentals of Digital Accessibility
Disabilities
Risks of Inadequate Digital Accessibility
Digital Accessibility Standards
Digital Accessibility Guidelines
Digital Accessibility Regulations and Standards
Digital Accessibility Testing Activities
The Approach to Digital Accessibility Testing
Digital Accessibility Testing Activities
A Step-By-Step Approach to End-User Testing
Risks and Defects in Digital Accessibility Testing
Digital Accessibility Testing Lifecycle
Preparing a Digital Accessibility Test
Executing Digital Accessibility Tests
Analyzing and Communicating Findings
Assistive Technology
Introduction to Assistive Technology
Tools for Digital Accessibility Testing
Types of Automation Tools for Digital Accessibility Testing
Tools for Digital Accessibility Testing
Exam Structure
- No. of Questions: 40
- Passing Score: 29
- Total Points: 44
- Exam Length (mins): 60 (+25% Non-Native Language)
Business Outcomes
Individuals who hold the ISTQB® Certified Tester – Digital Accessibility Testing certification should be able to accomplish the following business outcomes:
- Explain the value of digital accessibility principles and their impact on users.
- Interpret global guidelines to apply digital accessibility standards.
- Define digital accessibility testing activities.
- Identify, analyze, and report digital accessibility defects.
- Use assistive technology for digital accessibility testing.
- Select and use tools for digital accessibility testing.
More Information
Training is available from Accredited Training Providers (classroom, virtual, and e-learning). We highly recommend attending accredited training as it ensures that an ISTQB® Member Board has assessed the materials for relevance and consistency against the syllabus.
Self-study, using the syllabus and recommended reading material, is also an option when preparing for the exam. You can find an exam provider for CT-DAT here.
