Start your career in tech as a QA Engineer
We teach you everything you need to become a skilled QA Engineer through our comprehensive online Road To QA Career Development Program. You'll gain all the tools, techniques, and knowledge needed to confidently land an entry-level QA position.
Begin an exciting career with no prior experience or degree, and be on track to earn over $60,000 in your first year, with the potential to exceed $100,000+ in the following years.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to pivot into a new field, our program is designed for people from all walks of life—from young adults seeking an alternative to college, to those making a mid-career change.
$70-105k
Average Salary Landed
$8.5M
120+ Student Roles Landed
6 Mths
Average Training time
Start your career in tech as a QA Engineer
We teach you everything you need to become a skilled QA Engineer through our comprehensive online Road To QA Career Development Program. You'll gain all the tools, techniques, and knowledge needed to confidently land an entry-level QA position.
Begin an exciting career with no prior experience or degree, and be on track to earn over $60,000 in your first year, with the potential to exceed $100,000+ in the following years.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to pivot into a new field, our program is designed for people from all walks of life—from young adults seeking an alternative to college, to those making a mid-career change.
$70-105k
Average Salary Landed
$8.5M
120+ Student Roles Landed
6 Mths
Average Training time
What Is A QA Engineer?
A Software Tester, also known as a Quality Assurance (QA), Analysts/Engineer are responsible for the final step in the development of a software application, program or website product before it is released to the public. QA analysts look for flaws and weaknesses in the program.
Software Testers make anywhere between $75,000 to $129,000
QA Engineers help verify that the software is working properly by providing bug and defect-free software and making sure it is built to the client's needs and expectations before and after it is released to the public or user.
Why Become a QA Engineer Without Coding Skills in the Age of AI and Automation?
In today’s tech-driven world, many believe coding is essential for a career in software, but as a QA Engineer, you can build a rewarding career without the need for advanced programming skills. With the rise of AI and automation, manual testers and QA Engineers are more important than ever, and here’s why:
1. Critical Thinking Over Coding: QA Engineers play a vital role in software development by ensuring that products work seamlessly for users. While automation tools can handle repetitive tasks, they lack the human insight needed to identify usability issues, edge cases, and real-world scenarios that may cause failures. Your problem-solving skills and attention to detail are your most valuable assets.
2. No Code, No Problem: Many QA testing roles, especially in manual testing, don’t require coding expertise. You’ll work with tools like Jira, Zephyr, and TestRail to design and manage test cases, track bugs, and ensure the quality of software. These tools require organizational skills, an understanding of software processes, and the ability to think critically—not programming knowledge.
3. Automation is Your Ally, Not a Replacement: Even with the growth of AI and automation, many companies still rely on manual testing to ensure quality. Automation doesn’t replace QA Engineers; instead, it complements manual testing by handling repetitive checks while QA Engineers focus on user experience, interface testing, and overall product quality. Plus, learning the basics of automation testing is easier than learning how to code.
4. Breaking into Tech Without Coding: Becoming a QA Engineer allows you to enter the fast-growing tech industry without needing to invest in coding bootcamps or computer science degrees. The demand for skilled QA professionals continues to rise, as companies need individuals who can test and improve software from the user’s perspective. You can make a significant impact with skills in test case design, bug tracking, and quality assurance processes.
5. A Stepping Stone to Future Opportunities: While coding may not be required to get started, QA offers many paths for career growth. Over time, you can learn automation testing tools, performance testing, or API testing to expand your skills. Whether you choose to stay focused on manual testing or explore more technical roles, QA provides a flexible career path with lots of potential.
No Coding
Career Growth
Great For Beginners
Remote Work Options
No Degree Required
No Certs Required
The Road To QA Career Development Program Success
100's of Students Have Made A Career Pivot And Secured Their First High Paid Role with the Road To QA Career Development Program
A R E Y O U N E X T ?
I got into the market in January 2023 and secured a role in March 2023 after the internship - From Dentistry to $100k+ in QA
Took the program 2 years ago and allowed me to work remote and enjoy what I do
I left from the mortgage industry and secured a role in 2024. I landed a role during the internship!
Our Students Have Made A Career Pivot Into Software Testing Roles
From being a teacher, a stay-at-home mom, a welder, a physical therapist assistant, a bank teller, customer service agent, technical support representative and so many more backgrounds with no degree, certifications or previous experience.
Now, it's your turn. Become a QA Engineer Today!
INTRODUCING THE PROVEN SELF-PACED
ROAD TO QA™ SOFTWARE TESTING PROGRAM
Road To QA™ Career Development Program is a self-paced digital learning program for career changers and newbies who want to pivot into technical long-term careers without a degree, certification or previous experience.
Designed specifically to be cost-affordable and self-paced for you to work at your OWN pace but NOT learn alone without going to a high-cost boot camp or getting into debt.
With access to over 40+ Learning Modules, Weekly and Monthly Group learning Calls, a private student community & the option to participate in a 4 week Internship experience as a Day in the Life to put all you're learning and QA skills into live practice for you to use on your resume and future interviews.
How The ROAD TO QA™
Self-Study Program Works
The Road To QA™ Program, aka (RTQ) was designed to be a cost-affordable, Ed-Tech online self-paced software testing career-skills building development program with community support, group mentorship & hands-on practical application to help newbies & career changers reposition your skills, knowledge and experience into a long-lasting career path that can help improve your income possibilities and the stability of your lifestyle & career goals.
Gain immediate access to your live learning portal where you'll find your self-paced learning modules Plus, join our 24/7 private community for ongoing support and networking.
Participate in our live learning sessions where you'll dive deep into essential QA topics and get real-time guidance. During these calls you can get feedback, ask questions and gain an deepend understanding of your learning.
Apply what you've learned with practical homework and assessments each week, designed to reinforce your skills and prepare you for real-world scenarios.
After completing the self paced intensive learning, you'll engage in a 4 week immersive internship on a live project. This experience will enhance your resume and interview readiness, and you'll receive a program certificate upon completion
Benefit from monthly Q&A calls with Jenni after your internship, offering you ongoing support as you transition into the job market, interview practice, get feedback on resume or positioning.
Continue to get the phone to ring, take recruiter calls and lock in interviews and improve your QA skills to be competitive in the market. Leverage your internship experience as a powerful job reference or resume boost to land your first QA role.
Six-Step Method To Market
*Lifetime Access To The 6-Step Training Curriculum
In this module, you will ensure you have access to all of your program material, complete your onboarding form and access the community and map out the call schedule
Overview:
Kick off your journey by evaluating your current skills and exploring the opportunities within the Quality Assurance (QA) field. This module is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of QA and the diverse career paths available. By developing the right mindset, you will learn strategies to effectively study and master QA skills. Pre-homework assignments will help you identify and leverage your previous experiences to find transferable skills relevant to QA. This foundational phase prepares you for success in the Road To QA Career Development Program, ensuring you are ready to dive deeper into specialized QA topics.
1. QA Opportunity - Step One: Start With a QA Understanding
2. QA Mindset - How to Master Your Studying & Skills
3. Transferable Skills
From Being a Teacher, a Stay-at-Home Mom, a Welder Example
Overview:
In Module 2, you will deepen your understanding of essential QA terms, tools, and skills through a series of structured learning sprints. This module covers the basics of software testing, including the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC). You will build a solid foundation by exploring key QA skillsets, learning about various testing types, test case creation and execution, the bug lifecycle, and defect reporting. Additionally, this module introduces you to Agile Scrum methodologies, test management tools like Jira and Zephyr, mobile testing techniques, and SQL for database testing. By the end of this module, you will gain a fundamental understanding of API testing, automation testing using Selenium and Katalon Studio, and more, equipping you with the knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in your QA career.
1. The Basics of Software Testing: SDLC + STLC + High-Level Overview
2. The Basics of Software Testing: QA Key Terms
3. The Basics of Software Testing: Types of Testing
4. Agile Scrum & Methodologies
5. Introduction to SQL & Database Testing
6. Introduction to API Testing
7. Introduction to UI Automation
Overview:
Module 3 focuses on enhancing and optimizing your resume to make it market-ready, specifically tailored for transitioning into a Quality Assurance (QA) role. This module provides you with a series of instructional videos and practical exercises designed to help you leverage your past experiences and present your skills in a way that resonates with potential employers in the tech industry. You'll learn how to identify and articulate your transferable skills, create a compelling project portfolio, and optimize your LinkedIn profile to attract the right opportunities.
1. Overview of Resume Improvement Techniques
2. 3 Ways to Pivot into QA - Video Series
3. Improve & Optimize For the Market - DIY with AI
Overview:
Module 4 is dedicated to preparing you thoroughly for QA job interviews, equipping you with the necessary techniques and confidence to stand out from the competition. This module guides you through crafting compelling responses to common interview questions, using the STAR method to structure your answers effectively, and employing strategies to positively address potentially tricky questions. Additionally, you will find advanced training to optimize your LinkedIn profile, further enhancing your job search and networking efforts.
1. Tell Me About Yourself
2. STAR Method
3. Why Are You Leaving So Soon?
4. Position Yourself Above the Rest
Overview:
Module 5 is all about launching your job search effectively by ensuring your career profile is loaded and optimized for the job market. In this module, you'll learn how to strategically upload your resume to various job search websites and develop a comprehensive job search strategy. This includes understanding the best practices for resume submission, optimizing your profiles on job platforms, and creating a targeted approach to job searching that maximizes your visibility and opportunities.
1. Get In the Market
2. Load Your Resume Into the Market
3. Create a Job Search Strategy
Overview:
Module 6 is tailored to equip you with the skills and strategies necessary to secure interviews and excel during them. You'll learn how to prepare effectively, ask insightful questions, and navigate job offer negotiations. The module also delves into post-interview etiquette, such as sending thank you notes and requesting feedback, as well as managing different types of employment contracts. Through sample interview prep Q&A sessions, you'll practice and refine your responses to common interview questions, boosting your confidence and readiness for real interview scenarios.
1. Score Interviews and Skill Up
2. Before the Interview
3. Questions to Ask in the Interview
4. Negotiations
5. Buy Time to Review Offer
6. Interview Thank You
7. Contract, Contract to Hire, Direct Hire
8. Asking for Feedback
9. Contract Ends Early
10. When to Resign
11. What If They Question Your Previous Job Responsibilities or Title?
As an additional benefit included in your 1-year program, you have the option to participate in a Day-in-the-Life Practical Experience & Career Coaching to enhance your educational experience. Please be aware that this is a "use it or lose it" opportunity, meaning no refunds are provided for non-participation. It's important to note that while this experience can be extremely beneficial, more than half of our students have successfully secured roles even without completing the internship. PLEASE NOTE: there is no refund or investment adjustment for non-participants.
HOW THE INTERNSHIP WORKS
Internship Structure Explained
You'll gain real world practical experience in a simulated Software Development Project with our sister company. or live partner projects.
Must meet program pre-requisites: Complete all 6 modules with 80% or above, submit Pre-homework assignment & Submit Pre-internship assessment.
2025 Internship Dates
Quality Assurance Testing can be simple to complex depending on the company you work for, how they test, their processes and tools. However, in Road To QA we teach you the Core Foundations that you should know to be a QA Analyst and plug into any company to grow.
(Value $99) Included with your Road To QA Investment
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You will be provided access to a resume template you can use to transfer your previous experience into QA experience to get the phone to ring.
(Value $599) Included with your Road To QA Investment
Inside Road To QA, you will discover the Beta Version of our exciting new study bot. This tool is designed to complement your learning process, providing a unique way to study and enhance your understanding of Quality Assurance (QA) concepts and techniques.
(Value $199) Included with your Road To QA Investment
48 Weekly Learning Calls
You'll have the opportunity to join a weekly live learning lecture call with a program mentor to ask your questions live, gain feedback and learn live
(Value $999) Included with your Road To QA Investment
Join Jenni each month for an intimate group Q&A call and interview prep session to make you more confident
(Value $999) Included with your Road To QA Investment
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We've had hours of live learning calls since 2021. You'll get access to all of the replays to support your self pace learning
(Value $999) Included with your Road To QA Investment
You're never alone, access our 24/7 private community even while you're on your own journey. You can search to frequently asked questions, engage with your peers and get feedback.
(Value $499) Included with your Road To QA Investment
We understand life and get in the way. When you join, you'll gain access to ao 90 day learning plan to help you track your progress and hold yourself accountable
(Value $199) Included with your Road To QA Investment
Along with your bonus modules Intro to API, Automation, you can join a monthly Q&A call with Tony to answer your Automation and API questions
(Value $499) Included with your Road To QA Investment
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Join a monthly resume call with our program mentors that allow you to learn how to successfully position a QA resume in the marketon your own!
(Value $499) Included with your Road To QA Investment
More Student Testimonials
Meet Monique
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From Dental Hygienist to Remote Software Tester in less than 1 year.
Meet Dominque
Meet Sade and Listen to hear QA Journey with a 1 year old!
Meet Sade
Meet Bert
Meet Cassandra
Been in the program for only a few months and while working with Jennifer's program and Lorie's I was able to land my first tech job and be able to go from 40k a year to six figures!!! I am beyond thankful and have been telling everyone to get into tech. Passed my background check and start very soon. Still can't even believe that this is happening.
My offer was what my last job paid me before I got laid off in May 2022. Also, this is with the government, so now I have a public trust clearance and they're going to teach me automation!
I'm a mother of 3, and have landed a remote, direct hire position. I started the program in May 2023. I have doubled my teachers salary and now a QA/BA Analyst!
Hello, I’m Ty and I joined RQA in April but really dove into the program in July. Jenni has really set everything up for me to be successful, from the Program lectures ,E-Book, and her live hands-on experiences. I jumped into the market in November and landed my 1st offer on January 23 , and I will be starting 100% remote $40 hr. I also utilized Lori resume service and TMAY . I’m so excited for my new journey and I still reference my materials to learn and refresh.
I landed my first role of being a Physical Therapist Assistant. I use to want to be a developer but I think I'm going to just grow in the QA space.
Hey!!! Everything is going great!...Life is so much calmer now that I have this job! I start 1/3/2023 at $55 an hr. Thank you Jenni
I can't believe I've been working for over 6 months already!
Hey Jennifer, I wanted to let you know I was able to successfully land a role 3 weeks ago. I was making $15 a hr at a call center to $41 hr for a big name company"
I got my first job offer in the first week of October 2022. Jenn program has opened my eyes to the opportunity of being a manual QA tester and beyond. I am forever grateful to you Jenn, this is the first class I have bought( I bought a million) that has actually paid off and changed my life! My sister, my mom's neighbor and also a friend of mine have either taken the course or they are taking it now. I only tell people who are going to be serious about changing their lives.
I've landed a total of 5 job offers in less than 4 months"
This was my first official interview I did. They contacted me two weeks later. Didn't ask for references or background check.
THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING!!!
I would like to do a testimonial on one of the calls. The virtual testimonials were always motivational for me throughout my process so I would like to share mine in hopes to inspire someone along the way.
This is the exact process we’ve used to help 100s of students get jobs in areas like:
✅ QA Engineer
✅ Technical Product Analyst
✅ UAT (User Acceptance Tester)
✅ Business Analyst/QA
✅ Quality Assurance Tester
✅ Systems Tester
✅ Quality Assurance Engineer
✅ Software Quality Assurance Engineer
✅ QA & Testing Associate Analyst
✅ QA Software Tester
✅ Jr. QA Tester
✅ Technical Product Analyst
✅ Software Quality Analyst
✅ Senior QA Tester
✅ Application Support Specialist
It's how our students like Antwan went from Physical Therapist Assistant at $45k to doubling his salary to $80k+ as a QA Engineer and Scrum Master.
Or how Sarah went from the food industry as a baker to securing an $80 remote role.
Or how, some of our students are already in their 2nd role, like Cordon securing $55 per hour opportunities.
It's how I personally worked my way up from technical support and customer support to 8 different remote QA roles in tech.
Want to be next?
E N R O L L M E N T
Start your career in tech with the
Road To QA Career Development Program
PRO ONE TIME PAYMENT
$1297
Make a one-time payment of $1297 for 1 Year access to your self pace learning, bonus community, weekly and monthly calls and optional 4 week internship
FLEX PAYMENT PLAN
$199
Make 7 monthly payments of $199 with one year access and internship participation after you've completed your payment plan within your 1-year enrollment
Meet Jennifer Gaddis
Founder of Road To QA
Jennifer Gaddis believes everyone is an SME (Subject Matter Expert) in some way or another and that we already have transferable skills, experience and knowledge that can be used to help you increase your salary by $20-$50k+ if you combine it with in-demand skills for the market.
She guides companies to bring out the "SME" in their employees and individuals on how to make career pivots and upgrades through career skill stacking.
Jenni has held over 7 different Software testing roles and titles in her career; from Manual QA Tester, QA Analyst, QA Engineer, Senior Quality Engineer/ Jr Scrum Master
In 2021, she developed her first iteration of a self-paced software testing skills development program, Road To QA, to be a cost-effective learning environment with community and hands-on experience to help students confidently position themselves in the market to land their first role.
Over 130+ students have landed their first Software Testing roles within the first year of the program, securing over $8.5 Million in new roles.
Jenni is now on a mission to help 1000 overworked, underpaid and unfulfilled driven 9 to 5ers be unapologetic in their career pivot and ability to position to make more money.
Meet the Team
Jennifer Gaddis
FOUNDER/INSTRUCTOR
As the Program founder, Jenni designed the Road To QA Program based upon her Senior QA Engineer Experience and industry knowledge.
Antwan G.
STUDENT LEARNING INSTRUCTOR
Antwan became an RTQ student in 2021, secured his QA role in 2022 and is now also an experienced Scrum Master overseeing QA Engineers & Agile Processes
Sonia S.
COMMUNITY SUPPORT & RESUME AND INTERVIEW MENTOR
Sonia became an RTQ student in 2023 and successfully coaches and mentors RTQ students to program success as an experienced QA Engineer
JaLesia U.
PROGRAM SUPPORT AND OPERATIONS
As our program student mentor, JaLesia ensures all daily operations and student inquiries are addressed while providing organizational structure.
Sade R.
NEW MEMBERS MENTOR
Sade became an RTQ student in 2023 and supports the onboarding of new students weekly and providing tips on their journey from her QA and BA experience
Anthony W
AUTOMATION AND API MENTOR
Tony provides additional monthly Q&A calls around Automation and API questions to support student learning advancement as a 10+ year Automation Engineer, Manager and CTO
Got Questions? Email Us: Hello@RoadToQA.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Here's the thing, we teach you to apply for EVERYTHING, let your resume speak for you and then let the job tell you NO. Most jobs usually have 3-5 core requirements and the rest is their wish list. And many of the ask for "relevant/equivalent" experience. Some jobs could want to still see a degree or a specific certification, but you apply anyways and let them tell you NO. As of November 2022, over 60+ Road To QA students have been able to land jobs without prior experience, many without a degree and No certifications. If the market starts to ask for more QA Certifications, then we will be sure to shift our program to support that need. But, at this time, we feel confident that you can land your first role without a degree or certifications.
The Road To QA Program is designed to be an affordable Self-paced Program with Support and Mentorship teaching you the Skills, knowledge and Positioning needed to get into the market as a Manual QA Analyst to land your first role, if you follow all of our process recommendations.
There are still commitments and responsibilities you must follow to make this happen, such as completing the program and internship, consistently building recruiter relationships and applying daily to 20-30 jobs, responding to recruiters & interviewing confidently to land your first offer.
However, we do teach you industry best practices and tips to help increase the chances of getting recruiters calls and more interview requests.
Road To QA programs options are digital program intellectual property - All digital program / products are final sales by default. We do not offer refunds in any way.
HOW THE INTERNSHIP WORKS
Communication Platform: Gain access to an exclusive internship chat where you can pose questions and interact with fellow interns throughout the duration of the program.
Practical Experience: Acquire hands-on skills using industry-standard tools such as Jira, Zephyr, Confluence, MySQL, and Postman, essential for completing your internship tasks. Regular Check-Ins: Engage in a 15-minute Daily Standup call every Tuesday and Thursday. If you miss a live call, replays will be available within an hour of each meeting. Task Schedule: Over the course of four weeks, on every Tuesday and Thursday (totaling 8 days), a new task will be assigned for you to tackle.
As a previous student, you can regain access or maintain access to your CORE / PRO membership with a Class Pass for $99 per month, cancel anytime or full payment of $697 for 1 year.
E N R O L L M E N T
Start your career in tech with the
Road To QA Career Development Program
PRO ONE TIME PAYMENT
$1297
Make a one-time payment of $1297 for 1 Year access to your self pace learning, bonus community, weekly and monthly calls and optional 4 week internship
The Training
Access your core learning for 1 year
The Community (bonus)
Access Your Community of Peers 24/7
The Mentorship (bonus)
Learn Live with weekly and monthly calls
The Internship (optional bonus)
Participate in live project after completion
FLEX PAYMENT PLAN
$199
Make 7 monthly payment of $199 with one year access and internship participation after you've completed your payment plan within your 1 year enrollment
Everything in Pro
access the Internship after all payment plans are completed
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