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HashiCorp Certified Terraform Associate
Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a Terraform certification?

Yes. The HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate certification is a certification for cloud engineers who work in operations, IT, or development. It measures your knowledge of Terraform and skill in applying basic Terraform concepts.

How do I prepare for the Terraform Associate certification exam?

The best way to prepare for the Terraform Associate certification exam is with a mix of experience and studying.
HashiCorp publishes a list of objectives which you will need to know well in order to pass the exam.
HashiCorp offers various tutorials that you can use for self study, and the are many other third party resources such as courses, books, and websites that cover the topics you need to know to prepare for the certification exam.
A good way to measure your readiness to take the Terraform Associate exam is to use a practice test which will provide questions similar to those you will encounter on the actual test.

Is it worth getting the Terraform certification?

If you work in Development, Dev Ops, or a System Administration role, the HashiCorp Certified Terraform Associate certification is a great way to validate your skills and prove your expertise in using Terraform.
For job-seekers, the Terraform certification is a great way to improve your resume and stand out among candidates for a job. As of September 12, 2022, on LinkedIn, there were 39,985 job postings in the United States that mention "Terraform".
Even if you're not looking to change jobs, getting a Terraform certification is a way to prove your versatility within your organization, potentially resulting in promotion or other opportunities for advancement.

How long is the Terraform certification good for?

The certification expires after 2 years. You can renew your certification by taking the exam again.

How long does it take to prepare for the Terraform certification?

This is going to depend on your experience level working with Terraform.

• If you are highly experienced, you might be able to get away with studying for about 10 hours to cover some topics you may not use frequently.
• If you are completely new to Terraform, you should expect to spend 60-80 hours studying and practicing in order to prepare for the Terraform certification exam.
• Most other people can probably study and practice for 30-40 hours to prepare.

Whether you are experienced, or new to Terraform, you can use a practice test to gauge your readiness or to augment your study routine.

How difficult is the Terraform certification exam?

The Terraform certification exam is moderately difficult. As an Associate-level certification, it is more difficult than entry-level, but does not require deep expertise. The exam is multiple choice, and you have 1 hour to complete it.