Software Quality Assurance & Automation Specialist Certificate

PROGRAM SNAPSHOT

 

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Software Quality Assurance & Automation Specialist Certificate is an applied, hands-on vocational training program designed to prepare students for employment in software testing, automation engineering, validation, and quality assurance roles.

The program provides end-to-end training covering:

• Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC / STLC)
• Manual testing concepts and techniques
• Test planning, defect lifecycle, and QA documentation
• Agile QA workflows using Scrum, Jira, and TestRail
• Automation scripting using Python and Selenium
• Version control, CI/CD fundamentals, and automated validation
• Real-world project testing in IT, web, and automotive environments

The program consists of two 96-hour instructional modules. Students may enroll in each module individually; however, the state-authorized certificate is awarded only upon successful completion of both modules.

 

OCCUPATIONAL ALIGNMENT

This program prepares students for occupations recognized by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), including:

• 15-1253 – Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers
• 15-1252 – Software Developers, Automation and Validation Support Roles
• 15-1211 – Computer Systems Analysts (Entry-Level QA Support)

 

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

Upon successful completion of the full 192-hour program, students will be able to demonstrate competency in the following areas:

Quality Assurance Foundations

• Demonstrate understanding of SDLC, STLC, Waterfall, V-Model, and Agile Scrum.
• Develop test plans, test cases, and traceability matrices.
• Log and manage defects using Jira and TestRail.

Manual Testing Techniques

• Perform functional, integration, regression, smoke, sanity, usability, and exploratory testing.
• Apply industry-standard test design techniques.

Automation & Scripting

• Build test automation scripts using Python, Selenium, and PyTest.
• Construct reusable functions, locators, and page objects.
• Execute automated regression suites and generate reports.

Tools & Industry Skills

• Use Jira and TestRail for QA documentation and tracking.
• Use GitHub for version control.
• Execute API tests using Python Requests and Postman.
• Support DevOps workflows and CI/CD fundamentals.

Professional Skills

• Communicate effectively with developers, product managers, and QA teams.
• Analyze defects, write professional reports, and prepare stakeholder updates.
• Execute real-world QA scenarios through hands-on capstone projects.

 

PROGRAM STRUCTURE (192 HOURS)

The authorized program consists of two integrated modules.

Module 1: Software Quality Assurance

Topics Include:

• Introduction to Computer Systems and SDLC
• Software Testing Principles and QA Methodologies
• Test Design Techniques
• Defect Lifecycle (Severity and Priority)
• Jira and TestRail for QA Documentation
• Requirements Analysis and Test Execution
• Agile QA and Sprint-Based Testing
• Manual Testing Capstone Project

Instructional Format:

• 6 hours per week (3 days per week × 2 hours per session)
• Combination of lectures, assignments, and project-based learning

 

Module 2: Automation with Python

Topics Include:

• Python Programming Foundations
• Data Structures, Functions, and Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
• Selenium Automation Frameworks
• Locators, Assertions, and Page Object Model
• API Automation using Python, Requests, and Postman
• GitHub Version Control Workflows
• CI/CD using GitHub Actions
• Automation Capstone Project: E-Commerce Test Framework

Instructional Format:

• 6 hours per week (3 days per week × 2 hours per session)
• Practical, hands-on automation framework development

 

PROGRAM SCHEDULE SUMMARY

 

TUITION & FEES

Students may enroll in modules individually. The certificate is awarded only after both modules are completed.

Payment Options

Accepted payment methods include:

• Zelle
• Venmo
• PayPal
• Stripe
• Square
• Credit/Debit Card

Installment Plan: The remaining balance after the registration deposit may be paid in equal monthly installments during the enrolled module.

 

REFUND POLICY (LEO-Compliant)

All refund requests must be submitted in writing to info@tek2kareer.com. Refunds are processed within 14 business days.

 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must provide:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Basic computer literacy
• English reading and writing proficiency
• Valid government-issued photo ID
• Signed enrollment agreement and payment plan

 

ATTENDANCE POLICY

• Minimum 80% attendance is required for each module.
• Excused absences require documentation (medical or emergency).
• Excessive absences may result in dismissal from the program.

 

GRADING & COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS

Grading Weight

Completion Conditions

To complete the program and be awarded the certificate, students must:

• Earn 70% or higher in both modules.
• Demonstrate proficiency in practical assessments.
• Complete both capstone projects.
• Complete Module 1.
• Complete Module 2.
• Ensure all tuition is paid in full.

 

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

• Instructor office hours
• Email and phone support
• Learning Management System (LMS) access 24/7
• Remediation sessions
• Career readiness support (resume and interview preparation)

 

TOOLS & EQUIPMENT

Provided by the School

• Tutor LMS (Learning Management System)
• Zoom for live instruction
• Jira and TestRail QA tools
• Python IDEs (VS Code, PyCharm)
• GitHub and GitHub Actions
• Selenium WebDriver
• Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
• Google Workspace

Student Equipment Requirements

Students must have:

• Laptop or desktop computer
• Webcam and microphone
• Stable internet connection

 

DISCLAIMER

This program is a Michigan LEO-authorized certificate program. Modules may be taken individually for skill enhancement; however, completion of both modules is required to earn the certificate. Completion of this program does not guarantee employment, but prepares students for industry-recognized software quality assurance and automation roles.