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Programs & Certificates

GG
Graduate Gemologist®
GG

Graduate Gemologist®

Earn the industry’s most prestigious credential to show the world your knowledge and professional commitment to gems and jewelry.

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GD
Graduate Diamonds
GD

Graduate Diamonds

Learn to speak the language of diamonds and embark on an exciting career path.

Select program dates offered on standby basis.

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GCS
Graduate Colored Stones
GCS

Graduate Colored Stones

Immerse yourself in a world of brilliant colors and become qualified to seize a spectrum of opportunities.

All program dates are offered on standby basis only.

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GJ
Graduate Jeweler
GJ

Graduate Jeweler

Transform precious metals and gemstones into stunning pieces of jewelry with the latest technologies and equipment.

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JDT
Jewelry Design & Technology
JDT

Jewelry Design & Technology

Develop design and manufacturing skills using the best of traditional and cutting-edge techniques.

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JD
Jewelry Design
JD

Jewelry Design

Learn to translate your ideas into stunning gem and jewelry illustrations.

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CCC
Comprehensive CAD/CAM for Jewelry
CCC

Comprehensive CAD/CAM for Jewelry

Elevate your artistry by learning how to use cutting-edge CAD/CAM software to design jewelry.

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Lab Classes

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Colored Stone Grading Lab

Colored Stone Grading Lab

Acquire the skills to determine the color, clarity, and cut for a range of colored stones.

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Diamond Grading Lab

Diamond Grading Lab

Learn to grade diamonds using a gem microscope and jeweler’s loupe. Understand GIA’s Diamond Grading System.

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Gem Identification Lab

Gem Identification Lab

Learn the time-tested procedures and identification skills used by the Institute’s renowned experts.

Note: Effective January 1, 2020, students will be required to complete the Gem Identification Lab class (GEM240L) before enrolling in the Gem Identification eLearning course (GEM240).

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Pearl Grading Lab

Pearl Grading Lab

Discover how experts determine the quality of Akoya, freshwater, South Sea, and Tahitian pearls using GIA’s 7 Pearl Value Factors™.

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Access the complete listing of Tuition and Fees and a Schedule of Student Charges for programs and lab classes offered in Carlsbad.

* Dates offered on a standby basis. Call for availability. You will be placed on a waiting list until 30 days prior to the start of your program or class when GIA can confirm your space availability. Schedules are subject to change without notice. Contact GIA Admissions in Carlsbad to confirm availability and for additional information and details. (N) = Nighttime; (S) = Saturday