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Remark : Intensive Gem Identification (8 weeks) |
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This course provides students with the skills they require to make quick and reliable gem identifications.
The course places great emphasis on the practical aspects of Gemology, understanding that confidence comes only through hands-on experience.
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Careers: Sorting & Wholesale , Marketing & Communication, Retail, Geology, Cutting/Lapidary, Education & Research , Manufacturing & Design, Luxury Goods, Mineralogy, Dealership, Colored Stone Buyer, Jewelry Business Owner, Jewelry Buyer
Leads to: Synthetic and Treated Gem Identification, Colored Stone Grading and Pricing, Diamond Grading & Pricing
Duration: 8 weeks (Theory and Practical)
Pre – requisites: No experience required, Minimum 16 years of age
Recommended for: Gemstone Traders , Gemstone Experts, Gemstone Buyers, Appraisers , Graders, Gemstone Lovers, Retailers
Max. number of students: 15
You will learn:
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Gem Identification procedures
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Proper instrument uses and techniques
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How to identify gemstones using a wide range of gemological instruments
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How to identify and/or separate a minimum of 300 gemstones
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Understand the properties and attributes of a variety of gem materials
Gemstones available for testing: 3,000
TimeTable: 09:00 - 17:00(Mon - Fri) Lunch Break: 12:00 - 13:00 (*Please note: Lunch will not be provided)
Exams Theory: 100 multiple choice questions with short answers Practical: Identify 10 gemstones
Language: English(Applicants enrolling in AIGS courses are required to have good English communication)
Price: USD5,000
Instrument for student:Course book (syllabus) , Loupe and Tweezers
*Gem Identification Diploma*
