Description

Course Name: Professional Diploma in API Testing Fundamentals

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/PD-ITS-ATF-057

Eligibility: 10th or equivalent

Language Type: English

Course Type: Self-Paced Online Learning

Objective: The Professional Diploma in API Testing Fundamentals is to develop skilled professionals with practical knowledge of API concepts, API testing processes, request and response validation, test case design, and quality assurance practices. The course aims to enable learners to test, analyze, and validate APIs for functionality, performance, security, and reliability using modern API testing tools and techniques. It prepares students to ensure the quality and efficiency of web services and software integrations in professional environments.

Duration: 6 Months / 370 Hours

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your Course you want to pursue.

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

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

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay course 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 Digital(PDF) copy of your Diploma & Marksheet will be sent to your registered email ID within 7 days.

Course Modules:

Module 1: Fundamentals of API Testing: Introduction to API Testing, Importance of API Testing, API Architecture and Components, Types of APIs, REST and SOAP API Concepts, API Testing Life Cycle, API Testing Process, API Testing Terminology, Role of API Testers, Career Opportunities in API Testing.

Module 2: API Concepts and Web Services: Understanding Web Services, HTTP Protocol and Methods, RESTful API Principles, SOAP Web Services, XML and JSON Data Formats, API Endpoints and Resources, Request and Response Structure, Status Codes and Error Handling, API Authentication Methods, API Documentation Concepts.

Module 3: API Testing Techniques and Tools: API Test Planning and Strategy, Test Case Design for APIs, Functional API Testing, Validation and Verification of API Responses, Postman Tool Fundamentals, API Testing with Swagger, API Request Execution, API Response Analysis, API Test Automation Overview, API Testing Best Practices.

Module 4: Advanced API Testing and Automation: API Automation Testing Concepts, Writing Automated API Test Scripts, API Testing Frameworks, Data-Driven API Testing, Parameterization and Environment Setup, API Mocking Techniques, Integration Testing with APIs, Regression Testing for APIs, Continuous API Testing, API Automation Best Practices.

Module 5: API Security and Performance Testing: API Security Testing Fundamentals, Authentication and Authorization Testing, OAuth and Token-Based Security, API Vulnerability Testing, Data Validation and Encryption Testing, API Performance Testing, Load and Stress Testing, Response Time Analysis, API Reliability Testing, Security Testing Best Practices.

Module 6: Professional API Testing Practices and Project Work: API Testing Documentation, Defect Reporting and Management, API Testing in Agile and DevOps, CI/CD Pipeline Integration, API Monitoring Tools, Real-Time API Testing Projects, Industry API Testing Standards, Test Reporting and Metrics, API Testing Case Studies, Final API Testing Project.

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 120 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 60.
• Number of Questions from each module: 10.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 600, Passing Marks Above 40%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

Benefits of the Professional Diploma

1. Globally Recognized Professional Diploma – Earn a professionally designed diploma that enhances your profile and demonstrates industry-relevant knowledge. Widely valued by employers, organizations, and institutions across multiple sectors.

2. Quality Learning with ISO-Certified Standards – Our training programs are developed under ISO-certified quality management practices, ensuring a structured, consistent, and high-quality learning experience.

3. Enhanced Career Opportunities – Strengthen your resume, improve your professional skills, and increase your potential for employment, career advancement, and new job opportunities.

4. Issued by a Non-Profit Skill Development Organization – The diploma is awarded by a mission-driven organization dedicated to promoting skill development, vocational education, and lifelong learning.

5. Comprehensive Learning Resources – Access quality study materials, e-books, practice assessments, mock tests, and learner support to help you successfully complete the program.

6. Secure Online Verification – Every diploma and marksheet is issued with a unique Enrolment ID and QR Code, enabling employers, institutions, and other stakeholders to instantly verify the authenticity of your credential online.

7. Lifetime Validity – The Professional Diploma is issued with lifetime validity and does not require periodic renewal, allowing you to showcase your achievement throughout your career.

8. Flexible Self-Paced Learning – Learn anytime and anywhere at your own pace, making it easy to balance your studies with work, business, or personal commitments.

9. Industry-Relevant Curriculum – The curriculum is designed to focus on practical knowledge, current industry trends, and real-world applications to improve workplace readiness.

10. Skill-Based Professional Qualification – Demonstrates your commitment to continuous professional development and validates your practical knowledge and skills in the subject area.

Job Opportunities after Professional Diploma in API Testing Fundamentals

Graduates gain skills in API testing concepts, web services testing, request-response validation, testing tools, automation basics, and quality assurance practices, preparing them for careers in software testing and API quality assurance sectors.

Key Career Options: API Tester, Software Tester, QA Analyst, API Test Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Test Automation Associate, Software Quality Analyst, Integration Tester, API Testing Specialist.

Salary Range (India):
Entry-level: ₹3–6 LPA
Mid-level: ₹6–12 LPA
Senior-level: ₹12–20+ LPA

Industries Hiring Graduates: IT Companies, Software Development Firms, Banking & Finance, FinTech Organizations, Healthcare Technology, E-commerce Platforms, SaaS Companies, Telecommunications, Enterprise Software Companies, and Digital Product Organizations.

Skills Developed: API testing fundamentals, REST and SOAP testing concepts, API request and response validation, testing tools, test case creation, defect reporting, automation testing basics, software testing life cycle (STLC), API documentation understanding, and analytical problem-solving skills.

Graduates can progress to roles like Senior API Tester, QA Engineer, Test Automation Engineer, API Quality Specialist, Software Quality Lead, or specialize in automation testing, performance testing, and advanced API quality engineering with experience and certifications.