About Robot Framework Certified Professional® (RFCP)
The Robot Framework Certified Professional® (RFCP) certification is a foundational credential designed to validate expertise in the Robot Framework. It focuses on core concepts, including the architecture, mechanics, and essential principles required to develop stable, efficient automation scripts.
Who will benefit?
Consultants: Demonstrate skills and stand out in the competitive automation services market.
Beginners: Lay a strong foundation with a structured learning path and best practices.
Experienced Robot Framework Users: Validate existing knowledge and gain formal recognition.
Job Seekers: Showcase proficiency to employers in the automation and test engineering domains.
Organisations: Build skilled teams for consistent, high-quality automation solutions.
The syllabus covers:
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A logical progression from basic to intermediate topics.
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Binding learning objectives that guide course content and ensure participants acquire the necessary skills to pass the exam.
- Awareness-level coverage of advanced topics, leaving in-depth mastery for advanced certifications.
Benefits:
Participants who complete the RFCP certification will achieve the following capabilities:
Understand the architecture and mechanics of Robot Framework: Gain a clear understanding of how Robot Framework operates, including its core components, execution flow, and interaction with external libraries.
Develop and maintain stable automation scripts: Create automation scripts that are robust, easy to maintain, and adaptable to different scenarios.
Develop user keywords and build keyword repositories for reuse: Learn to create reusable keywords and keyword repositories to improve efficiency and maintainability in automation projects.
Write documentation: Follow best practices for documenting keywords, suites, and tests to ensure clarity for maintenance and collaboration.
Integrate external automation libraries: Enable Robot Framework to interact with technologies like APIs, user interfaces (web, mobile, etc.), and databases.
Understand the flow of more complex automation scripts: Structure and manage scripts involving flow control, conditional executions, and intricate workflows.
Run automated executions: Develop skills to execute automation tasks efficiently.
Understand, analyze, and debug automation results/protocols: Interpret execution results, identify issues, and debug scripts effectively.
Why Pursue RFCP Certification?
The RFCP certification offers multiple advantages for individuals and organizations:
Advance Careers: A recognized credential can lead to better roles, promotions, and compensation.
Build Credibility: Showcase a commitment to professional growth and continuous learning.
Improve Employability: Certified practitioners signal proficiency and commitment to excellence.
Reinforce Reputation: Demonstrate a high standard of expertise with industry-recognized certification.
Ensure Quality: Certified individuals know better how to deliver reliable, maintainable automation solutions.
Links
You can find the Robot Framework Certified Professional® (RFCP) syllabus here or visit the Robot Framework® website here.
Exam
The exam shall be comprised of 40 multiple-choice questions. Each correct answer has a value of one point. A score of at least 65% (that is, 26 or more questions answered correctly) is required to pass the exam. The time allowed to take the exam is 60 minutes.
FAQ
I have lost my certificate. Is it possible to apply for a new one?
It is possible to apply for a replacement certificate; a processing fee of € 35 will be charged.
Is it possible to review the exam?
For a fee of € 80, a target-actual comparison can be performed at our business premises in Nuremberg, Germany. Conducting a target-actual comparison means that you will be presented the exam questions along with the solutions. You will have a time limit of 15 minutes to conduct this review. Subsequently, you will be denied access to the questions that are currently being used in the exam.
If I do not pass, is it possible to take the exam again?
Yes, you can re-take the exam; however, you will be charged another exam fee.
Do I have to meet any requirements to participate in the Exam?
No, there are no prerequisites for taking the Robot Framework® Certified Professional (RFCP®) exam.
Will my certificate expire?
No, the certificate is lifelong valid.
Will I incur any other fees besides the exam fee?
No.
Will I have to attend a course before I sign up for the exam?
No, attending a course is a choice you make at your discretion. You can also take the test right away.
However, we recommend you attend a course offered by an accredited company.
Will you notify my supervisor/employer as to whether I have passed or failed the exam?
No.