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Software Quality Engineer Certification CSQE

American Society for Quality (ASQ)

Certification

The Certified Software Quality Engineer (CSQE) understands software quality development and implementation, software inspection, testing, verification and validation, and implements software development and maintenance processes and methods.

Duration

Not specified

Credits

Not specified

Cost

Exam Fee $550 Retakes $350

Format

Hybrid

What You'll Learn

AI-generated

Key competencies developed through this program

  • KnowledgeDesign comprehensive software testing strategies that address verification and validation requirements across the development lifecycle.
    Proficient
  • KnowledgeEvaluate software quality metrics and test results to assess product readiness and recommend corrective actions.
    Proficient
  • MindsetIntegrate quality engineering principles with development team practices to foster a culture of continuous quality improvement.
    Proficient
  • KnowledgeJustify quality assurance decisions and resource allocation based on risk assessment and business impact analysis.
    Proficient
  • KnowledgeApply software quality development principles and methodologies to implement quality assurance processes in software development projects.
    Developing
  • KnowledgeAnalyze software systems and code using inspection techniques to identify defects and quality issues.
    Developing
  • Hands-onExecute software testing procedures and verification activities using industry-standard testing tools and frameworks.
    Developing
  • KnowledgeImplement software development and maintenance processes following industry best practices and quality standards.
    Developing
  • KnowledgeDistinguish between verification and validation techniques to appropriately apply each method throughout the software quality assurance process.
    Developing
  • KnowledgeCompare software quality methodologies and frameworks to select appropriate approaches for specific project contexts.
    Developing
Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Apply quality philosophies, principles, methods, tools, standards, and ethical practices to support organizational and team effectiveness in regulated environments
  • Implement software development and maintenance processes to reduce risks across varying system architectures and development methodologies
  • Define, select, and apply product and process metrics to evaluate performance and communicate measurement‑based results in analytical contexts
  • Conduct verification and validation activities to detect and remove software defects early using inspection and testing methods
  • Manage configuration processes by planning, identifying, controlling, and auditing configuration elements throughout system development and maintenance
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers15-1253.00
  • Software Developers15-1252.00
Program Details

Detailed information about this program

The Certified Software Quality Engineer (CSQE) understands software quality development and implementation, software inspection, testing, verification and validation, and implements software development and maintenance processes and methods.

Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

Internship/Fieldwork/Practicum Requirements

8 Years of on-the-job experience in one or more of the areas of the Certified Reliability Body of Knowledge. 3 Years of on-the-job experience must be in a "Decision-making" position. Candidates who have completed a degree from a college, university or technical school will have part of the eight-year experience requirement waived, as follows (only one of these waivers may be claimed): Diploma from a technical or trade school — one year waived Associate degree — two year waived Bachelor's degree — four years waived Master's or doctorate — five years waived

Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

No funding information available.

Scholarships

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Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

Completion Rate

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Placement Rate

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Locations

Where this program is offered

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