Get Certified as a Trusted Watch Builder
A professional certification for watch builders who want to prove their work and earn real customer trust.
No upfront certification fee. Take the test first. Pay only if you pass.
Professional Certification for Watch Builders
Trusted Watch Builder Certification
(TWBC)
What Certification Gives You
Certification Badge
Receive the official TWBC certification badge to display on your website, social media, and marketing materials.
Certificate
Certification allows you to stand out as an expert, which helps closing Clients and excelling your business.
Customer Trust
Gives potential customers a clear reason to trust your work before they buy.
Directory Listing
Choose to be listed in the Trusted Watch Builder Directory so customers can find you.
TRUSTED WATCH BUILDER CERTIFICATION
How Certification Works
Begin the Certification
Begin the certification process online. No upfront payment is required to start.
Complete the Test
Work through the certification test designed to evaluate your skills as a watch builder.
Meet the Standard
If you meet the standard, you’ll be approved for certification.
Select Your Certification Option
After passing, choose your certification option:
$179 — Certificate + Badge
$249 — Certificate + Badge + TWBC Directory Listing
What You’re Being Evaluated On
Certification is based on four core areas that reflect real-world watch building and customer-facing work.
Build Quality
Your ability to assemble watches cleanly, correctly, and consistently.
Testing & Performance
Your approach to timegraphing, pressure testing, and ensuring reliable performance.
Customer Care
How you communicate, set expectations, and handle real customer situations.
Professional Standards
Your overall approach to presentation, consistency, and how you represent your wor
Who This Is For
TWBC is built for watch builders who are already doing the work and want to be recognized for it.
This Is For You If:
This Is Not For You If:
TWBC is designed to recognize builders who are already operating at a higher standard—not to teach beginners how to get there.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to pay before taking the test?
No. You can complete the certification first. Payment only happens after you pass and choose your certification option.
What am I being evaluated on?
Certification is based on four core areas: build quality, testing and performance, customer care, and overall professional standards.
What do I receive if I pass?
After passing, you can choose your certification option:
$179 — Badge + Certificate
$249 — Badge + Certificate + Directory Listing
How does this help me get customers?
Certification gives potential customers a clear signal that your work meets a defined standard. The directory listing adds visibility, and the badge helps build trust before the first conversation.
What happens if I don’t pass?
If you don’t meet the standard, you won’t be approved for certification. You can review your work and attempt again when you’re ready.
Is this a course or training program?
No. TWBC is a certification, not a course. It’s designed to evaluate your current ability as a watch builder, not teach you how to become one.
What is the directory listing?
Builders who choose the directory option are listed on the Trusted Watch Builder website so potential customers can find and verify them.
Who is this designed for?
TWBC is built for watch builders who are already doing the work and want to validate it through a recognized standard.
Is this certification recognized?
TWBC is a standard created specifically for independent watch builders. Its value comes from the clarity of the standard, the badge, and the ability for customers to verify builders through the directory.
If you're confident in your work, the next step is simple. Start the certification process.
Ready to Get Certified?
If you’re confident in your work and ready to be evaluated in respect to a real standard, you can start the certification process now.
There’s no upfront certification fee. Complete the test first, then choose your certification option after passing.
*$179 — Certificate + Badge
*$249 — Certificate + Badge + Directory Listing
Only builders who meet the standard are approved.
*Reflects current pricing. Pricing may change in the future without notice.