FHH Watch Expert Test
CHF 385.00
The Fondation Haute Horlogerie delivers the only internationally recognised certification on theoretical watchmaking knowledge: the FHH Certification, spread over 3 levels.
The third level: FHH Watch Expert
The FHH Watch Expert level is the most difficult to pass, and requires an impeccable knowledge in all aspects of watchmaking.
As the test is digital, it can be taken from any place. You can pick a preferred timing from the open sessions available during any business day.
FHH Watch Experts have acquired total mastery of the world of watchmaking.
They possess a comprehensive, in-depth command of the four areas of knowledge, including how watches and complications work. Their knowledge attest to their deep and sincere interest in the field. They are able to hold attention of any audience – even the keenest connoisseur.
4 themes, 160 questions
Technical Knowledge
The questions concern the mechanism of a watch, the functioning of a movement, the function of the different components and the main horological complications.
60 questions
Market Players
Focus on the brands and products that make up the world of watchmaking, as well as the economic environment of the industry.
50 questions
Materials And Finishes
Focus on materials used in watchmaking such as gold, stainless steel, nickel silver, silicon, or Superluminova.
30 questions
Culture And History
The questions test your knowledge of the main points of watchmaking history: key dates, major innovations, precursors…
20 questions
The FHH Watch Expert certification test is the only one that may result in the awarding of a lower title, according to the criteria outlined above.
SUCCESS CRITERIA
| Knowledge axes | Amount of questions to process | Score to obtain | Score to obtain Cumulative conditions | Score to obtain Cumulative conditions |
| FHH Watch Advisor | FHH Watch Specialist | FHH Watch Expert | ||
| Technical Knowledge | 60 | Do not require a minimum score in each knowledge axis | 70% | 80% |
| Market Players | 50 | 70% | 80% | |
| Materials and finishes | 30 | 70% | 80% | |
| Culture and history | 20 | 60% | 70% | |
| TOTAL | 160 | 55% | 70% | 80% |
FEE
The fee of CHF 385 includes:
- A practice test
- A recommended reading list to help prepare for the exam
- Digital content (e-learning app)
- One exam session
Test your knowledge by playing with Watch Essentials app
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Watch Essentials Video Series
No online training program is currently available to prepare for the FHH Watch Expert certification. However, the Watch Essentials Video Series — usually paired with the first-level FHH Watch Advisor certification — can be a helpful resource for reviewing the fundamentals, even when preparing for a higher-level exam.
FAQ
No, the format is digital. The test can be taken from any place. An excellent internet connexion is required.
No, no training is included. It is a self-studying format.
Tools are given to the participants upon registration (access to the practice test, reading list, apps)
The results of the test are published 5 days after it took place.
You will receive a PDF version by email between 15 and 20 days after, it is indicated in this email that a paper version can also be sent upon request.
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