GIA Graduate Gemologist
Gemological Institute of America
The GIA Graduate Gemologist diploma program delivers a comprehensive gemology education on diamonds and colored stones. Using the latest gemological equipment, you will work with real diamonds and gemstones under the trained eyes of GIA instructors. Through extensive lab work, you will practice identifying and grading diamonds and colored stones in an efficient, accurate and consistent manner.
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What You'll Learn Develop in-depth, hands-on experience with the GIA International Diamond Grading System™ and the 4Cs (color, clarity, cut and carat weight) Grade diamonds in the D-to-Z color range Build a knowledge base about colored stones and the colored stone market Use gemological equipment effectively to identify gemstones Use the GIA Colored Stone Grading System to evaluate gemstone quality Identify gemstone characteristics, simulants and treatments, laboratory-grown gemstones and recognize when advanced testing is required Understand how gems are mined, fashioned and brought to the marketplace Recognize how quality, rarity and color affect value Determine how market factors affect gem value
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