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HashiCorp Certification
Associate Level

HashiCorp CertifiedTerraform Associate

Master Infrastructure as Code with Terraform. This certification validates your ability to use Terraform to provision, manage, and version cloud infrastructure efficiently and safely across multiple providers.

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Practice Questions

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Exam Duration

60 minutes

Exam Cost

$70.50 USD

Question Format

57 Multiple Choice

Why Choose Zertly for Terraform Excellence?

Master Infrastructure as Code practices with our specialized platform designed for Terraform certification success.

Infrastructure as Code Practice

Master Terraform configurations through hands-on scenarios and real-world examples.

Detailed Progress Tracking

Monitor your progress across all Terraform domains with comprehensive analytics.

Scenario-Based Learning

Practice with realistic infrastructure provisioning scenarios across multiple cloud providers.

Comprehensive Study Materials

Access curated Terraform documentation, HCL syntax guides, and best practices.

Exam Domains & Weightings

Master the seven core domains that define Terraform Associate certification expertise.

Understand Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts

20% of exam
Explain what IaC is
Describe advantages of IaC patterns
Understand the benefits of state
Describe which problems IaC solve

Understand Terraform's purpose (vs other IaC)

10% of exam
Explain multi-cloud and provider-agnostic benefits
Explain the benefits of state
Understand Terraform vs other tooling
Navigate Terraform workflow

Understand Terraform basics

20% of exam
Handle Terraform and provider installation and versioning
Describe plugin based architecture
Demonstrate using multiple providers
Describe how Terraform finds and fetches providers
Explain when to use and not use provisioners and when to use local-exec or remote-exec

Use the Terraform CLI (outside of core workflow)

15% of exam
Given a scenario: choose when to use terraform fmt, taint, import, workspace, state command
Understand the usage of terraform init, plan, apply and destroy
Understand debugging in Terraform
Understand when to use terraform import

Interact with Terraform modules

10% of exam
Contrast module source options
Interact with module inputs and outputs
Describe variable scope within modules/child modules
Discover modules from the public Terraform Module Registry

Navigate Terraform workflow

15% of exam
Describe Terraform workflow (Write → Plan → Create)
Initialize a Terraform working directory (terraform init)
Validate a Terraform configuration (terraform validate)
Generate and review an execution plan (terraform plan)
Execute changes to infrastructure with Terraform (terraform apply)

Implement and maintain state

10% of exam
Describe default local backend
Outline state locking
Handle backend authentication methods
Describe remote state storage mechanisms and supported standard backends
Describe effect of Terraform refresh on state
Describe backend block in configuration and best practices for partial configurations

Key Terraform Topics to Master

Focus your studies on these essential Terraform concepts that are heavily tested in the exam.

HCL Syntax

Language

Provider Configuration

Configuration

Resource Blocks

Configuration

Data Sources

Configuration

Variables

Configuration

Outputs

Configuration

Local Values

Configuration

Modules

Organization

State Management

Core Concept

Remote Backends

State

Terraform CLI

Tools

Terraform Init

Commands

Terraform Plan

Commands

Terraform Apply

Commands

Terraform Destroy

Commands

Terraform Import

Commands

Terraform Workspace

Commands

Terraform Validate

Commands

Terraform Format

Commands

Provisioners

Advanced

Expert Preparation Tips

Proven strategies to maximize your study efficiency and Terraform Associate exam success rate.

Study Resources

  • HashiCorp Learn Terraform tutorials and guides
  • Hands-on practice with Terraform CLI and HCL syntax
  • Practice with multiple cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Zertly's scenario-based practice questions and configuration examples

Exam Day Strategies

  • Focus on understanding Terraform workflow: Write → Plan → Create
  • Understand HCL syntax and Terraform configuration structure
  • Know when to use different Terraform CLI commands
  • Understand state management and backend configuration

Skills Validated by Terraform Associate

  • Understanding Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts and benefits
  • Managing infrastructure using Terraform's core workflow
  • Writing and organizing Terraform configuration files
  • Managing Terraform state and using remote backends

Why Pursue Terraform Associate?

  • High demand for Infrastructure as Code skills across all cloud platforms
  • Provider-agnostic skills applicable to AWS, Azure, GCP, and more
  • Foundation for DevOps and cloud engineering roles
  • Industry-recognized HashiCorp certification credibility

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions about the HashiCorp Terraform Associate certification.

What experience do I need for the Terraform Associate exam?

HashiCorp recommends basic terminal skills, a basic understanding of cloud services, and hands-on experience with Terraform in production. The exam is designed for cloud engineers specializing in operations, IT, or development.

What is the exam format for the Terraform Associate certification?

The exam consists of 57 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 60 minutes. Questions are scenario-based and test practical knowledge of Terraform concepts and workflows. The exam is delivered online via PSI Services.

How long is the Terraform Associate certification valid?

The HashiCorp Terraform Associate certification is valid for two years from the date of certification. After two years, you need to recertify by taking the current version of the exam to maintain your certified status.

How does Zertly help me prepare for the Terraform Associate exam?

Zertly provides AI-generated practice questions tailored to the TA-003 exam objectives, including hands-on scenarios and HCL configuration examples. Our platform offers detailed explanations, progress tracking, and focuses on practical Terraform implementation skills.

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