Description

Course Name: Certified Usability Tester Researcher

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/AD/CUTR/V1

Eligibility: 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or Equivalent or minimum 2 years of relevant experience (experience-based learners can directly enroll and certify).

Objective: The Certified Usability Tester & Researcher course is designed to equip professionals with the skills to evaluate and improve user experience (UX) by applying usability testing and research methodologies. The course covers usability principles, user behavior analysis, test planning and execution, heuristic evaluation, A/B testing, remote and in-person testing, and qualitative and quantitative research techniques. 

Certification: Within 5 days after Completion of Online Assessment.

Get ready to join the Journey to become a GSDCI Certified Professional  – International Certification and Assessment Body.

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.

Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, You will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card(Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of the online assessment, the soft copy of your certificate will be sent to your registered email ID within 5 days.

Assessment Modules:

Module 1: Foundations of Usability and User Experience (UX): Definition and Importance of Usability in Digital Products, Principles of Usability (Effectiveness, Efficiency, Satisfaction), Differences Between Usability, UX, and UI, Role and Responsibilities of a Usability Tester & Researcher, Overview of Human-Centered Design (HCD) Process, Key Usability Heuristics and Guidelines (Nielsen’s 10 Heuristics).

Module 2: User Research Methods and Planning: Qualitative vs Quantitative User Research Methods, Creating Research Goals and User Research Plans, Conducting Interviews, Surveys, and Contextual Inquiries, Persona Development and User Journey Mapping, Sampling Techniques and Recruiting Participants, Ethics and Consent in User Research.

Module 3: Usability Testing Techniques and Execution: Types of Usability Testing (Moderated, Unmoderated, Remote, A/B), Writing Effective Test Scenarios and Tasks, Setting Up and Running Usability Test Sessions, Recording Observations and Behavioral Data, Think-Aloud Protocol and Cognitive Walkthroughs, Tools for Usability Testing (Lookback, Maze, UserTesting).

Module 4: Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyzing Qualitative Data (Themes, Affinity Mapping), Quantitative Metrics (Success Rate, Time on Task, Error Rate), Severity Rating of Usability Issues, Creating Usability Test Reports and Dashboards, Communicating Findings with Visual Evidence (Heatmaps, Videos), Prioritizing Recommendations for Design Teams.

Module 5: Accessibility and Inclusive Design Considerations: Understanding Accessibility Standards (WCAG, Section 508), Inclusive Research for Users with Disabilities, Tools and Methods for Accessibility Testing, Integrating Accessibility into Usability Evaluation, Usability Challenges Across Different Devices and Audiences, Legal and Ethical Compliance in Accessibility.

Module 6: Iterative Testing and Continuous Improvement: Integrating Usability Testing in Agile and Design Sprints, Rapid Testing and Feedback Loops, Prototyping for Testing (Low to High Fidelity), Collaborating with UX Designers and Developers, Building a UX Maturity Model in Organizations, Creating a Career Roadmap in Usability Testing and UX Research.

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 60 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 30.
• Number of Questions from each module: 5.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

Benefits of Certification:

🌍 1. Global Recognition & Credibility – Stand out worldwide with a certification that opens doors across borders. Trusted by employers, respected by institutions, and recognized in over 100 countries.

📜 2. Quality Assurance through ISO Certification – Certified to global ISO standards, our programs deliver excellence, consistency, and a benchmarked learning experience that speaks for itself.

💼 3. Career Advancement & Employability – Enhances your resume and increases chances of promotions or job offers.

🤝 4. Non-Profit Trust Factor – Certifications from non-profit organizations are mission-driven rather than profit-driven.

📚 5. Access to Verified Learning & Resources – Often includes e-books, mock tests, and online support without hidden costs.

🔍 6. Transparency & Online Verification – Certifications come with a unique Enrolment ID for easy online verification by employers and institutions.

⏳ 7. Lifetime or Long-Term Validity – Certifications usually have lifetime validity or long-term recognition, reducing the need for frequent renewals.