The 2-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate program in Software Quality Assurance and Testing is aimed at preparing graduates from universities and colleges for dynamic careers centered on the development and upkeep of software, particularly focusing on Canadian organizations. The program is strategically designed to equip students with crucial skills encompassing testing paradigms, methodologies, security basics, and tools essential for supporting quality assurance throughout the software development lifecycle.

During the program, students delve into a diverse range of topics that prepare them for software testing throughout the development stages. This involves close collaboration with software developers, product engineers, support teams within an organization, and facilitation of end-user experiences. In the initial year, students establish foundational skills critical for success in the Canadian professional landscape by emphasizing data governance, privacy, and security in the development and testing of software used in Canada. Core skills are imparted to excel in domains such as systems integration, interpretation of performance test results, crafting technical reports, and implementing automation for optimal efficiency. Moving into the second year, students further enhance their development by refining essential practical skills in preparation for the cooperative work term.

Admission Requirements

• A university degree in Computer Programming, Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Development, or related discipline.

English Language Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate language proficiency by submitting one of the following scores:

• IELTS of 6.5
  – or –
  IELTS of 6.0 + Completion of EAP-3106 (English for Academic Purposes) during first term of study.
• TOEFL iBT 79
  -or-
  TOEFL 70 + Completion of EAP-3106 (English for Academic Purposes) during first term of study.