Written By Liz Eggleston
Edited By Jess Feldman
As the leading authority on tech bootcamps, the team at Course Report has been researching, tracking, and sharing updates on this industry since 2013. As the QA Testing career path continues to rise in popularity in 2023, we’re using our knowledge and expertise to curate the top QA Testing bootcamps around the world. Put simply, these are the QA Testing schools we would recommend to our own family and friends.
These bootcamps teach students the skills to become a Manual QA Tester, QA Engineer, QA Analyst, or Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) by covering Python, Selenium, and skills like mobile and web application testing, debugging, test automation, documentation, and more. We have included Manual QA Testing and Automated QA Testing bootcamps in this list.
To be considered for this list of top Quality Assurance Bootcamps, schools must meet the following criteria:
Bootcamps in the Rising Stars category have stood out to us because they've been rated highly by alumni, shown growth over the last year, or demonstrated a proven curriculum.
This list is not a ranking, but rather QA Testing programs are listed alphabetically. Remember, there is no ultimate "best QA Testing boot camp" - the best QA program for you depends on your own learning style, career goals, availability, etc. No matter how many accolades a school has, make sure you do your research: read reviews, talk to alumni, take an intro course, and ask about job outcomes data. This list includes QA Testing bootcamps only - for more, check out our list of Best Coding Bootcamps, Best Online Bootcamps, Best UX/UI Design Bootcamps, Best Digital Marketing Bootcamps, Best Cyber Security Bootcamps, Best Data Science Bootcamps, Best Product Management Bootcamps and Best Tech Sales Bootcamps.
When QA Testing courses stand out in certain areas, we award them the following Badges of Honor:
Marketing partnerships that Course Report may have with schools on this list bear no weight in the ranking process.
About Alterra Academy
Alterra Academy is an intensive, in-person coding bootcamp located in Malang, Indonesia. Founded in 2018, Alterra Academy’s mission is to foster and improve tech talent in Indonesia. Students can choose either the Quality Engineer program or the Full-stack Engineer Program. The Quality Engineer program is two months long, and teaches students skills such as Java programming, software testing fundamentals, agile testing methodology, mobile app testing using JUnit, and Scrum. The Full-stack Engineer program is three months long, and students learn skills such as HTML, programming, Javascript, and Restful API.
Alterra Academy candidates go through two assessments after applying to a program. A logic test is administered first. Questions include anything from math problems to business scenario problems. Candidates are then interviewed to make sure they are well-rounded and have tech-awareness.
Students are given free admission to either program. All bootcamp graduates are recruited as full-time employees at Alterra Academy. Students have access to a mentor throughout the program. A meal stipend is granted to all students. Any students located outside Malang are also given travel and housing stipends.
Read Less5Graduate - Course: Back End Golang Academy - Malang
Verified Via LinkedIn
Says: Alterra Academy has great mentors!
About Careerist
Careerist is a US-based career accelerator offering online courses in Manual QA, QA Automation, Tech Sales, UX Design, Data Analytics, and Systems Engineering. Careerist is designed to help students learn the skills needed to land a tech job. They are committed to making tech education accessible, and creating new career opportunities for individuals who want to get into the tech industry. Over 1,000 companies in 40 states now employ Careerist graduates, and 57% work remotely!
Careerist's training programs include live classes , an internship, career coaching, and mentorship. The live lessons are recorded so students can review them whenever it works for their schedule.
Careerist aims to help people fulfill their career aspirations and land high-paid, inspiring jobs in the tech sector. Careerist students receive Job Application Service, 1:1 support, and mentoring. Students will learn how to effectively search for a job, answer interview questions, and how to significantly increase their chances of getting hired.
Careerist is fully committed to their students’ success, so they offer a 100% money back guarantee if a student doesn’t land a job in tech within 1 year of their bootcamp graduation.
Careerist was formerly known as JobEasy.
Read Less5Student - Course: Manual And Automation QA Bundle bootcamp - Online
Verified Via LinkedIn
Says: Amazing and Wonderful Experience!
About Devmountain
Devmountain is a coding bootcamp that offers short, full-time in-person and online programs designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the tech industry. There are Devmountain campuses in Lehi, Utah; Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, Fort Worth, Killeen, Texas; and Cobb County and Lithonia, Georgia. Devmountain also provides fully furnished housing, internet, and utilities included in the tuition for the full-time program, on a first-come-first-serve basis. Students share rooms or pay extra for a private room.
Devmountain teaches Web Development, Java Software Engineering, Python Software Engineering, Data Analytics, Software Quality Assurance (QA), iOS App Development, and User Experience (UX) Design. The Web track covers front-end and back-end JavaScript (HTML/CSS, jQuery, AngularJS, Node.js, Express, data sources like SQL, Mongo, Firebase). The iOS track covers mobile development in Swift. The UI/UX course covers prototyping, visual/motion design, sketch, adobe suite, UX research, wireframing, and analytical tools. Devmountain instructors are all coding industry professionals and aim to bring real-world applications into the classroom. The immersive courses require 40 to 60 hours of pre-course work, 40 hours of class per week, and 10 to 20 hours of work outside of the classroom. The part-time programs require 30 to 40 hours of pre-course work, 11 hours of class per week, and 10 to 20 hours of work outside of the classroom. The school was started in 2013 in Provo, Utah.
The first step to applying for Devmountain bootcamp is to check out the courses and start dates. Once the student has picked a course, they must submit an online application. Next, students speak with a member of the admissions team by phone to further discuss the program. After the phone call, students must complete a challenge to ensure the program is a good fit. Finally, the admissions team will notify students if they qualify for acceptance. Devmountain is beginner-friendly and no experience is necessary, but the school recommends that students take their Coding Basics course before enrolling.
Read Less5Student - Course: Python Software Engineering - Online
Verified Via GitHub
Says: A good decision
About NeoTech Academy
NeoTech Academy is an online training provider offering 25-week QA testing bootcamps covering topics like Java, Selenium, TestNG, Apache, SQL, Postman, and GitHub. Students will receive hands-on experience by completing projects that simulate real-world scenarios.
NeoTech Academy is designed for students with limited experience. After submitting an application, a representative will reach out to complete the admissions process.
NeoTech Academy is meant to help students find jobs after graduation and career support is included in the curriculum. Career coaches assist students with resume building, interview practice, and job search support.
NeoTech Academy allows students to pay tuition in installments.
About Syntax Technologies
Syntax Technologies is a training provider offering online, full-time bootcamps in software development engineer in test (24 weeks), data analytics and business intelligence (16 weeks), and cyber security (24 weeks). The SDET bootcamp covers topics like testing fundamentals, Java fundamentals, Selenium, SQL, and AWS. The Data Analytics and Business Intelligence bootcamp covers topics like SQL, Python, Power BI, Tableau, and data visualization. The Cyber Security bootcamp covers topics like cryptography, cyber security tools, Linux, and the concept of security operations center (SOC).
Syntax Technologies is designed for beginners and no experience is necessary.
Syntax Technologies is designed to help students land jobs in tech after graduation and career support is included in the curriculum. Career services include resume building, interview practice, and job networking support.
Syntax Technologies offers a full refund within 30 days of paying tuition. Half of the tuition cost is charged up front and the other half is due after students receive an offer. Syntax Technologies offers payment plans, discounts, and scholarships to qualifying students.
About TechProEducation
TechProEducation offers online bootcamps in Data Science (26 weeks), Full Stack Automation Engineer (21 weeks), Cyber Security (16 weeks), AWS & DevOps Engineering (21 weeks), Full Stack Mobile Developer (24 weeks), Full Stack Java Developer (24 weeks), Back End Developer (24 weeks), Salesforce Developer (14 weeks), and Front End Developer (18 weeks). TechProEducation offers mentorship and 1:1 tutoring sessions to students needing extra support. Students should expect to commit 24 hours per week to their bootcamp program.
No prior technical background is required to enroll in TechProEducation bootcamps.
TechProEducation bootcamp students do receive career assistance, including a 6-month internship placement and job application preparation.
Upon graduation, TechProEducation bootcamp students will receive a certificate of completion.
Read Less5Student - Course: Full Stack Automation Engineer - Online
Verified Via LinkedIn
Says: Advice!
About Techtorial Academy
Techtorial Academy is a bootcamp based in Chicago that offers live online or in-person, full-time bootcamps covering topics like software design/development engineer in test or SDET (24 weeks), DevOps (24 weeks), salesforce admin & developer (24 weeks), and cybersecurity engineer (20 weeks). All bootcamps feature real-world projects to give students experience in the field.
The SDET bootcamp covers Java, Selenium WebDriver, TestNG, Cucumber, Git, SQL, Rest-Assured, and Postman.
The DevOps bootcamp covers Linux, Github, AWS, Google Cloud, Terraform, Python, Docker, and Kubernetes.
The Cybersecurity Engineer bootcamp covers Linux, Network for Hackers, CompTIA Security +, SOC Level1 Practices, phishing analysis, and threat intelligence.
Techtorial Academy is designed to develop a basic proficiency level of technical skills in coding enthusiasts. Students with limited coding experience are welcome to apply.
Techtorial Academy is meant to jumpstart a student’s career. Career services like interview prep and personal career coaching are included in the curriculum.
Read Less5Student - Course: Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) - Chicago
Verified Via GitHub
Says: Exceptional SDET Program at Techtorial: Empowering Success!
About Test Pro
Test Pro is a 9-week, part-time online QA Engineer bootcamp. Test Pro utilizes an Agile Scrum teaching methodology. QA Engineer bootcamp students will learn development lifecycle, test documentation, test classification, and architecture of web and mobile apps. The bootcamp covers web technologies, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and students learn continuous integration, UI/UX testing, database testing, API testing, and test automation.
Test Pro students will receive job assistance including interview preparation, job placement help, and three personalized mentor sessions. Free course replay (limited terms) is also available for bootcamp graduates.
Basic PC knowledge is necessary, but applicants are not required to have prior coding knowledge. Test Pro students receive the first week for free. If students feel the bootcamp is a good fit, they can continue with the next eight weeks. If the bootcamp is not a good fit, students are under no obligation to continue after week one. QA Engineer students receive a certificate upon graduation.
Read Less5Student - Course: SDET - Online
Verified Via LinkedIn
Says: Love Test Pro bootcamp
About Beetroot Academy
Beetroot Academy is a Swedish tech school offering online, intensive bootcamps in web development, quality assurance, UI/UX design, and Python. Beetroot Academy’s mission is to provide accessible and practical education to individuals, enabling them to achieve their career goals and contribute to the growth of the tech industry. Founded in 2014, the Academy has over 10,000 alumni who have gone on to pursue fulfilling careers in tech, including 61% women. Beetroot Academy boasts a team of PhD-educated professionals who oversee course curriculum and the teaching process, ensuring high-quality education.
Beginners are welcome to apply to Beetroot Academy. The admissions process consists of completing a beginner-level test and meeting with an educational advisor. To help potential students determine the best tech career for them, Beetroot Academy offers Intro to Tech Careers, a free, self-paced course.
All Beetroot Academy students will receive career guidance, including CV writing, interview practice, portfolio preparation, and introductions to local recruiters. Each Beetroot Academy course includes a final graduation project that can be included in a portfolio. Beetroot Academy is a social enterprise and a part of the impact-driven Beetroot Ecosystem that consists of a tech company, thousands of alumni, and a wide network of partners.
At Beetroot Academy, students benefit from comprehensive career guidance, including assistance with CV writing, interview live coding practice, portfolio preparation, and introductions to local recruiters. In addition to this, each course includes a final graduation project that can be included in a portfolio, enabling students to showcase their newly acquired skills to prospective employers. As part of the Beetroot Ecosystem, graduates access the network of thousands of alumni, a large software development company, and a wide network of hiring partners.
The school’s mission is to bring positive social impact, so it offers affordable pricing, and students can join the afternoon or evening classes, so it doesn’t affect their daily work.
Read Less5Graduate - Online
Verified Via LinkedIn
Says: One of the bes IT courses in Ukraine!
About Tel Ran
Tel Ran is a coding bootcamp based in Germany that offers 36-week, full-time or part-time bootcamps in front end development, back end development, and QA manual and automated testing. Students will complete individual works as well as group work to ensure they have mastered the concepts taught in class. Courses are taught in Russian with English for IT.
Tel Ran is meant for students with some knowledge of technological concepts. Applicants will need to complete an online assessment to begin the enrollment process.
Tel Ran is designed to help students launch tech careers. Career support is included in the program. Students will receive assistance with resume building, interview practice, and finding a job.
Tel Ran offers financial assistance, including grants from the German government for eligible candidates.
Read Less5Student - Course: Front End Development - Online
Verified Via GitHub
Says: Спасибо учителям!
About TripleTen
TripleTen is a family of digital re-skilling products offering 20-46 week online Software Engineering, Quality Assurance, Business Intelligence Analytics, Data Analytics, and Data Science programs. TripleTen helps people with versatile backgrounds learn a new profession online and kickstart a sustainable career in tech. Each bootcamp includes full access to an interactive online platform, real-life projects, tutor support from experienced developers, code reviews, online webinars, and live coding sessions. TripleTen stands on the quality of the programs; if a student doesn't secure a position within six months of graduating, TripleTen guarantees to refund their money.
TripleTen is open to students of all experience levels. The only requirement is a high school diploma.
TripleTen students graduate with professional certificates and portfolios with 6 to 15 projects to show to potential employers. With an average employment rate of 87%, TripleTen's Career Acceleration program provides graduates with the competitive edge they need to succeed. From resume-building to job offer negotiation, TripleTens is with their students every step of the way.
TripleTen was formerly known as Practicum Bootcamp.
Read Less5Student - Course: Software Engineering - Online
Verified Via GitHub
Says: Software Engineering
QA bootcamps will teach you the skills you need to quickly and efficiently land your first software testing job. That means you'll learn Python, Selenium, and skills like mobile and web application testing, debugging, test automation, documentation, and more. Some QA bootcamps specialize in Manual QA while others teach QA Automation (slightly more advanced).
Compared to the other paths into software testing - college or self-teaching - QA Testing bootcamps are a quick and low-cost way to break into this booming industry. You'll typically expect to land jobs like Manual QA Tester, QA Engineer, QA Analyst, or Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET).
A QA bootcamp typically costs ~$5,000, and QA testers typically earn over $70,000 salaries. So if the math makes sense to you, then a QA testing bootcamp is worth it.
QA tester bootcamps cost from $3,000 to $7,000 and can take between 6-12 weeks.
The best QA testing course for you depends on your own learning style, career goals, programming background, availability, etc. If you are a complete tech beginner, then you'll probably start with Manual QA. If you have some programming experience, then you should look for a QA Automation bootcamp or a bootcamp that teached to SDET.
Watch out for Red Flags at a QA testing bootcamp - the bootcamp doesn't offer any access to live mentorship, can't tell you about past student career success, or teaches an outdated curriculum.
Jess Feldman and Liz Eggleston
This list was curated by Jess Feldman and Liz Eggleston from the Course Report team. Course Report is the most complete resource for students researching coding bootcamps. Course Report research has been cited in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, TechCrunch, and more.
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