Your Roadmap to a Trades Career
Detailed guides for every stage of your journey — whether you're exploring your first trade, planning a career pivot, or scaling a business. Written by industry experts and HOW Academy graduates.
Choose Your Trade
Waterproofing
India's highest-demand trade. 6 certification levels, Rs 15K to Rs 30L+ earning trajectory, 100% placement guarantee. The complete roadmap.
Painting
From residential to industrial coatings. Specialized certifications in decorative, protective, and anti-corrosion applications. Coming soon.
Plumbing
Modern plumbing goes far beyond pipes. IoT-enabled systems, green building compliance, and smart water management. Coming soon.
Electrical
Solar, EV charging, smart home systems — the electrical trade is evolving fast. Get ahead with certified specializations. Coming soon.
Multi-Trade
Why stop at one? Our multi-trade pathway lets you combine certifications for maximum versatility and earning potential.
Guides for Every Career Stage
Getting Started
New to trades? Start here. What to expect, what it costs, how long it takes, and what you'll earn.
Leveling Up
Already working? Learn how HACP certification can increase your salary by 40-120% and open new doors.
Going Independent
Ready to start your own business? The complete guide to launching a certified construction services firm.
Leading Teams
From supervisor to corporate trainer. How to build and manage HACP-certified teams at scale.
What Certified Professionals Earn
Level 1 — Foundation
Rs 25-35K/month. Entry-level certified applicator. 2-week training.
Level 2 — Professional
Rs 40-60K/month. Complex projects, specialized substrates. 4-week training.
Level 3 — Specialist
Rs 60-80K/month. Diagnostic skills, team leadership. 6-week training.
Level 4 — Consultant
Rs 1-1.5L/month. Site assessment, failure analysis, client advisory. 8-week training.
Level 5 — Entrepreneur
Rs 15-30L+/year. Business owner. Trade mastery + business skills. 12-week training.
Level 6 — Corporate Trainer
Custom pricing. Train-the-trainer certification for enterprise teams.