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four layers of workforce intelligence — built on the same open data protocol that powers the survival index.
real-time labor demand signals by trade, state, and metro — powered by BLS projections and employer pipeline data.
compare licensing requirements side-by-side across states — hours, exams, reciprocity, and renewal costs.
which certifications actually boost pay? salary premiums, time-to-earn, and employer demand for 39 credentials.
up to $3,400 in federal training grants launching july 2026. see which trades qualify and find eligible programs.
four stakeholders, one data layer
every decision one group makes creates a signal for the others. hardhat is the connective layer that closes the loop.
what careers they explore, where they want to work, which programs they apply to.
which trades they need, what wages they're paying, where projects are ramping up.
enrollment capacity, completion rates, credential outcomes, and ROI signals.
workforce boards see supply, demand, and gaps — directing funding where it matters.