Not All Training is Equal
We believe in transparency. Here's an honest, side-by-side comparison of HOW Academy's HACP programs versus traditional ITI (Industrial Training Institutes) and NSDC (National Skill Development Corporation) programs. The data speaks for itself.
HOW Academy vs ITI vs NSDC
| Feature | HOW Academy (HACP) | ITI | NSDC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | 2-12 weeks | 1-2 years | 3-6 months |
| Credential | HACP (QR-verifiable) | ITI Certificate | NSDC Certificate |
| Placement | 100% guaranteed | ~30% avg | ~40% avg |
| Digital Verification | ✓ QR scannable | ✗ Paper only | ✗ Paper only |
| Hands-On Training | 80% practical | 40% practical | 50% practical |
| Technology (AR/AI/IoT) | ✓ Integrated | ✗ None | ✗ None |
| Industry Currency | High (employer-recognized) | Low (outdated curriculum) | Medium |
| Salary Premium | 120% increase | 15-20% increase | 25-30% increase |
| Weekend/Part-Time | ✓ Available | ✗ Full-time only | Varies |
| Cost | Rs 12K-65K | Rs 5K-15K (+ 1-2 years time) | Rs 5K-20K |
What Actually Matters
Time is Money
ITI takes 1-2 years. NSDC takes 3-6 months. HOW gets you certified and earning in 2-12 weeks. The opportunity cost of a longer program is massive.
Placement, Not Promises
HOW guarantees 100% placement. ITI averages ~30%. NSDC averages ~40%. The rest leave you to figure it out on your own.
Credentials That Work
Paper certificates from ITI and NSDC can be forged and can't be verified instantly. HACP credentials are QR-scannable, tamper-proof, and linked to live performance data.
Why They Switched to HOW
"I spent 18 months in ITI and couldn't find work. HOW certified me in 4 weeks and I was deployed in 10 days."
— Amit K., ex-ITI student
"NSDC training was mostly theory. HOW was 80% hands-on. The difference showed up on my first job site."
— Kavitha R., ex-NSDC trainee
"The digital credential from HOW impressed every employer. My ITI certificate? Nobody even looked at it."
— Sunil P., ITI + HOW graduate