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SPECIAL WEEKEND OFFER ENDS SUNDAY, MARCH 16th AT MIDNIGHT EASTERN.
Transform Your Passion into a Profession.
Become a Certified Watch Builder!
Watchmaking isn’t just about putting parts together—it’s about craftsmanship, trust, and standing out in a market flooded with counterfeits and amateurs cutting corners at the Client's expense.
“Join now as a founding member and get early access to expert discussions, exclusive content, and hands-on guidance while we finalize the certification program over the next 30-60 days.”
Trusted Watch Builder Certification
(TWBC)
Certification Schedule
WHAT YOU GET INSIDE YOUR MEMBERSHIP ($24.95/MONTH)
Badge
Official "Certified Watch Builder" Badge – Display it on your website, emails and social media channels.
Public Notoriety
A public verification website (AND Horology Hub Watch Builder Magazine) that showcases your skills.
Mastermind Calls
Exclusive monthly calls only for certified builders, which we discuss the industry, trends and more.
Client Confidence
Certification allows you to stand out as an expert, which helps closing Clients and excelling your business.
HOROLOGY HUB WATCH BUILDER BUSINESS CERTIFICATION
CERTIFICATION BREAKDOWN
You’ve put together watches. You’ve swapped parts, tested mods, and refined your craft. But how do you prove your expertise?
With our Horology Hub Trusted Watch Builder Certification (TWBC) program, you’ll gain the skills, credibility, and connections to take your watch modding to the next level.
Getting Trained
*Please see pricing below for the founder special offers ONLY available the weekend of March 14th through March 16th.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I just take the certification?
Absolutely, (First certification testing will be in April, 2025) but it's suggested that you have at least 30-90 days access to the forum before taking the test so you can get fully educated on the process and pass it the first time. But you do NOT need to signup for the forum to become certified.
Can I just stay in the forum without getting certified?
Absolutely! The forum was created to be a full-benefit membership community. The certification training is there as a foundation, while all sorts of other posts, training assets, calls and more will be included in the main membership.
How much is the certification?
The certification is a one-time-fee of $97 (see weekend discount below), with an annual renewel of $20 per year thereafter. The renewal fee comes with a short mulitple choice test for updating certification.
What tools do I need?
Since this is a certification, we assume you already have the correct tools to build a watch. However, we do offer a full list of the minimal tools to help you get certified. The biggest ones you'll need (at least to understand an implement), are a timegrapher and pressure tester.
How will I be recognized when certified?
Each certification comes with a digital badge, completion certificate and you will be registered on the Trusted Watch Builders website with your badge number, name, current status and any contact information you provide. Furthermore, you will be added to the "Trusted Builders in Good Standing" list and shared in one or more of the Watch Builder Magazine editions via the Trusted Watch Builders website link.
Can I cancel my forum membership at any time?
Of course. The forum membership (whether monthly or annually) can be cancelled at any time. When you cancel, your membership will stay active until your last payment reaches its cycle. Please keep in mind that there are no refunds on the certification testing or membership.
How hard is the certification test and can I lose certification?
Since this certification is based around building, it's a very easy test to get through as it doesn't cover full restoration of movements. (although we will cover these things in the general forum.) We will also have you send in pictures of your build proving you understand the basics of the watch building and client care processes.
Losing certification is simple: Make counterfeits (we will cover this in detail), or screw your Clients over. These are the two main (and avoidable) causes of losing your credability and certification.
What else happens on the forum outside of the certification training?
- Daily business practices.
- Invoicing and getting paid.
- Custom build techniques.
- Microbrand creation and marketing strategies.
- Sourcing better and cheaper parts.
- Access to manufacturers and coupon codes for most popular suppliers.
- Joint ventures with other members and advisors.
- Website and social media marketing tactics.
- And MUCH MORE!
The Four Foundations
The following for catagories are set as the foundation for the certification training on the forum. Each piece is made as its own complete section and can be viewed in any order.
General Watch Building
Everything from setting up a build, making sure you have the right parts, to putting together a solid Client timepiece. Light modification, but no advanced movement assembly is covered, but WILL be shared in the general forum.
Pressure Testing
This section coveres how to make sure your timepieces are water tight. Gaskets, crystals, casebacks, crowns are all covered.
Timegraphing
Learn how to regulate your Seiko NH series automatic movement, demagnatize, and deal with certain issues that may arise from Client wear and tear.
Customer Strategies
This section deals with everything from marketing for new Clients, to servicing repair or warranty work, to understanding how to close and service a completed sale.
Adam King
Creative Asset Director/Owner - Horology Hub/Jadeion Watch Co.
Iain Werry
Board Manager/HH Advisor
PLEASE NOTE:
THE FORUM WILL GO LIVE WED MARCH 19th GIVING EVERYONE A CHANCE TO REGISTER!
Two Options
Here you will find two options to sign up. Monthly, or yearly.
Please note that the discounted prices are only good until Sunday, March 16th at midnight.
NOTE: Once your payment goes through, you will receive a manual invite to register to the forum. The invite email will be from Adam's personal gmail account and should take no more than a few hours after processing. FORUM ACCESS WILL OPEN ON WED, MARCH 19th!
HH Private
Forum
*$10-$24.95
*$10 per month billed annually or $24.95 ($15.00 discounted through Sunday) per month for the monthly option.
*Special pricing is ONLY available this weekend, March 14th through March 16th.
When you are ready to become certified (first testing will be within 60 days), you will receive a 50% off coupon code.