Jumpstart Your QA Career

Build New Skills
for a Thriving QA Career

  • Skills for today’s job market
  • No coding experience needed 
  • Live lessons lead by QA pros from Google, Meta & Apple.

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What You'll Learn


This program covers all the essentials for a career in QA, from mobile and web testing to creating detailed test cases and bug reports.

Top Instructors
Learn from the best

Experts from Google, Meta, Apple

Flexible Schedule
Study anytime

Watch live or recorded classes

Relevant Skills
Stand out in QA

Certificate + 3 mini-courses

In-Demand Career

$67-113К

Earn average $87K/year to start and up to $143K as a senior

37K+

Software QA Engineer openings today in the US

10%

Yearly growth or demand in the job market

Top-3

Happiest job according to Forbes

This program
is designed for

Complete Beginners
Land your first job in tech with no-coding experience, no tech background or degree. Increase the salary to 87К average for the start.
Tech Acquainted
Change your career by merging your essential background with up-to-day and practical QA bootcamp. Increase the salary and grow to 143К as a senior.

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of Careerists

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Roberto

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Domiqua

From:Bartender
To:Tech
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Amina

From:Medicine
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Kateryna
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Kateryna

From:Photographer
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Paul

From:Hotel Hospitality
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Karlos
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Karlos

From:Broadway
To:Tech
David
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David

From:Legal Science
To:QA Engineer
Brandi
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Brandi

From:Receptionist
To:QA Tester
John
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John

From:Warehouse Associate
To:Software Tester
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From:Investment Analyst
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7 weeks of learning
Module 1 M1. Fundamentals of QA
Fundamentals of QA
2 weeks. Dive into Quality Assurance (QA) and learn about the software development lifecycle, software architecture, testing methods, and different test types. Get skilled at writing effective bug reports and test cases. As a practice, you'll create your first bug report
L1
Fundamentals of QA
L2
Software Development Life Cycle
L3
Testing Types and Environment
L4
Test Documentation
L5
Understanding Software Bugs. How to write Bug Reports
Module 2 M2. Web Application Testing
Web Application Testing
1 week. Unlock the world of web testing. We'll cover the key differences between the frontend and backend and how to conduct manual testing of web applications. Also, in this module you’ll practice exploratory, functional and usability testing
L6
Web Application Testing Fundamentals
L7
Manual Testing Techniques
L8
Cross-Browser Compatibility and Test Cases
L9
Chrome DevTools for Web Testing. Self learning
Module 3 M3. Mobile Application Testing
Mobile Application Testing
1 week. Learn mobile testing by learning how to write effective test cases, manage builds, and analyze logs. You will also learn the essentials of using Xcode and ADB commands.Get hands-on with manual testing techniques, focusing on usability, functionality, and exploration on mobile devices.
L10
Mobile Application Testing Fundamentals
L11
Manual Testing Techniques
L12
Mobile Builds and System Logs
L13
ADB (Android Debug Bridge) Commands
Module 4 M4. API & Back-end testing
API & Back-end testing
1 week. Delve into client-server fundamentals and API testing. Get hands-on with network debugging using Charles Proxy.
L14
Client-Server Architecture and API Testing
L15
Network Debugging with Charles Proxy
Module 5 M5. Advanced Testing Techniques
Advanced Testing Techniques
1 week. Expand your testing skills - learn database fundamentals and simple SQL for data management. Learn UNIX commands, explore such instruments like Jenkins and how to ensure software can handle stress using JMeter.
L16
Databases and Simple SQL Queries
L17
SQL for database testing practice
L18
UNIX Commands
L19
CI/CD Processes, Jenkins and Rundeck Overview
L20
Testing Essentials with JMeter
Module 6 M6. Introduction to Automation
Introduction to Automation
1 week. Dive into test automation and meet the most popular automation tools such as Selenium and Playwright for web automation. Learn how to execute scripts and verify results to sharpen your automation skills.
L21
Introduction to Test Automation
L22
Test Automation with Playwright
BONUS modules API Testing, SQL Fundamentals, First Automation Script
API Testing, SQL Fundamentals, First Automation Script
17 hours of video and materials (self-paced) Learn API testing techniques using Postman, practice SQL queries on databases, and write your first automation script with Python.
BM1
API Testing
BM2
SQL Fundamentals
BM3
Write Your First Automation Script
Add Valuable Skills to Your Resume

Software QA Engineer

$67,000+

Skills

  • Bug reporting and triage⁠
  • Mobile & web application testing
  • Test case writing⁠ & Testing documentation
  • Basic SQL querying
  • Agile and Waterfall methodologies
  • Exploratory testing

Tools

  • Jira
  • TestRail
  • Chrome DevTool
  • Xcode
  • BrowserStack
  • android studio

Certificate

YOUR LEARNING EXPERIENCE

Participate in Live Workshops and watch lessons

Learn new materials at your convenience, get instant feedback to your questions from mentors and practice your skills on online workshops with tech experts. All online workshops will be also available as recordings.

Use the Learning Platform

All materials will be available in our learning management system, which we created specially for our students.

Find Community

Get support from others on the same educational journey in our Slack community. You can also quickly get help from a support manager to solve technical and organizational issues.

Industry-Leading
Instructors

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add Internship &
Career Coaching - ​
find job faster


Real-World Internship
Real-World Internship
Work on a Kanban-based project from one of our partner companies, use tools like TestRail and Jira, complete tasks, and participate in daily Scrum meetings with a lead.
Career Course
Career Course
Learn how to craft a resume that highlights your transferable skills for QA roles and build a strong LinkedIn profile to grow your professional network.
1:1 Career Coaching
1:1 Career Coaching
Practice with mock interviews, receive mentor feedback, and build confidence to accelerate your success.

4 weeks internship

Gain experience to impress a future employer by completing a real-world internship.

Work on an active project with the guidance, support and feedback of a QA Lead.

Spend just 2 hours a day!

Get an offer with
1-1 career coaching

Career course and 1-1 career coaching improves your job-readiness and accelerates your job search

Resume and LinkedIn
Highlight your skills
Interview preparation:
  • Soft-skills questions
  • General QA Questions
  • Mock Interview practice
Oriented Job Search:

AI-enhanced job matching: Get the most relevant job openings daily

Our program has helped more than 1,000 graduates land jobs in 42 states

*Our clients have found employment after taking Careerist´s courses at the companies listed above. These companies do not in any way endorse, sponsor, approve, support our courses and are not in any way affiliated with Careerist.com.

Accelerate Your Career:

Training & Mentorship

  • Learn directly from industry leaders 
  • Flexible schedule 
  • Get support from tech mentors
  • Master essential QA skills needed for a successful career
  • Build confidence with hands-on practice 

Internship & Career Coaching

  • Real-world internship experience 
  • 1:1 sessions with your career coach
  • Get help with optimizing your resume & linkedIn
  • Prepare for the interview 
  • Clear your job search strategy & support
  • AI-powered job search tools
Invest in your future career:
Build Skills $690 Learning & Mentorship
Find the job $2690 Internship & Career Coaching
Value Package $3190 All-Inclusive Training Program
$690
$2690
$3190
7-week training lead by QA experts
Learn QA fundamentals & testing techniques from QA pros currently working at Google, Meta, Apple, and other top tech companies
Tech mentors support
Support from QA experts in overcoming challenges, mastering study material, completing assignments, and providing feedback to enhance skills.
Practical API testing course
26 video lessons for 10-30 min, 6 homework tasks, 1 quiz
Practical SQL course
4 videos for 60-90 minutes, 4 homework tasks, 4 quizzes
Practical automation course
Introduction to Automation: 8 videos for 20-30 min, 8 homework tasks
Certificate of completion
Careerist Certificate of QA Training Completion that you can add to your LinkedIn and resume
4-week internship
Can be extended up to 6 months
Career Course
Learn how to build your Resume & LinkedIn profiles, Interview preparation tips and self-practice
5-week 1:1 career coaching
Gain Interview skills, build job search strategy, 3 attempts to pass mock interview
Job Search Tools
get access to AI-powered job search tools for up to 12 months
100% money-back guarantee
Land a job within 1 year of graduation or get 100% money back (terms and conditions apply)

Let Us Help You Find the Perfect Plan

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Why choose
Careerist

$87K Average alumni salary
146 instructors collaborate with us
42 states students are working in
1000+ companies employ our students
5 years of changing people’s lives
4.7 average rate from 2000 reviews

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Your questions answered

I don’t have experience in tech. Is this program right for me?

Yes! We designed our training program for newcomers to tech, and this may be the best way to enter the tech industry for people without a technical background. All you need is a computer, internet access, and about 6-8 hours per week. 

Will you support me as I learn?

We’re with you from day one! Expert instructors lead live sessions, while tech mentors with 5+ years of experience help you master each lesson. During internship you'll be supported by tech team leads, plus you will have your personal career coach to support you until you land a job. At Careerist, your success is our priority.

Are there any payment options?

To help with your financial investment, we now offer options to ease tuition payment including: installment plans and a financing option offered by our third-party lending partners. To tailor your plan, please contact us at [email protected] 

Am I guaranteed a job after graduating?

We have developed a program that will help you to get a job in QA if you follow all of our team's recommendations on all stages of the program, including learning with mentorship, internship and career coaching. Because Careerist is fully committed to your success, we offer a 100% money-back guarantee if you do not land a job in tech within one year of graduation. Please, read the complete terms and conditions and refund eligibility requirements here

Will you help me find a job quickly?

Yes! At Careerist, our goal is to help you get a great job in tech quickly. Our program provides the most up-to-date skills and materials that are in line with the job market. Instructors and mentors will provide insider information to help you stand out in the job market during learning stage. Then, you'll be a part of a real tech team working on a real project to be confident about your experience and 100% ready to land a job in QA. Career Coach will work with you to provide the necessary foundation and guide you through the job search process.

How long is the training?

The program is divided into key steps: 7 weeks of Learning & Mentorship, 4+ weeks of  Internship & 5 weeks of Career Coaching. Overall: 4 months.


When are the live lessons?

5:30-7:30 PM PDT | 8:30-10:30 PM EDT | 6:30-8:30 PM MDT

Do I need coding experience to become a QA Engineer?

No! You don’t need any technical background, coding experience, or a certain degree. The vast majority of our most successful graduates don’t have any prior tech experience. Our program is structured to teach you everything you need to know to become a successful QA Engineer.

Do I need to quit my current job during the internship?

You don’t! The internship is remote and you can set your own schedule (as long as you meet the deadlines). We recommend setting aside several hours a day for 5 days a week during your internship.

Is the internship paid?

This program doesn’t offer paid internships. However, your internship is a vital part of your plan to land your first job in tech. The internship will help you practice your new skills hands-on, and also provide you with references and content for your LinkedIn and resume. You can also bring up your real-work experiences during your job interviews to maximize your chances to get a job offer fast!

Will I get a certificate?

Yes! You will receive a certificate after completing each of the steps. Plus, when you complete all the steps of the full program you will get the Careerist Certificate of Completion.

Who are the instructors?

Our instructors are experienced QA professionals from the biggest companies in the world (Google, Apple, Intel, Meta, and Bank of America to name a few). In addition to their expertise in QA, they are passionate instructors who explain concepts clearly while providing real-world answers to questions about your future job.

Does Careerist accept students who are outside of the US?

Yes, everyone is welcome! Just please keep in mind that $67K-$113K salaries are typically found in the US and Canada only. Please research what’s the expected salary in your region.

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