Applied Jewelry Professional™ Programme
Course Description

Designed for working professionals, the Applied Jewelry Professional™ (AJP) programme covers essential information about diamonds, coloured stones, precious metals and jewellery features that will help you answer customer questions with confidence and poise. Study a rich eLearning curriculum at your own pace from the convenience of your computer.
Who Should Take This Course
• Antique Jewellery Dealer
• Jewellery Assistant Manager
• Jewellery Sales Professional
• Jewellery Training Officer
• Pawnbroker
• Television Shopping Host
What You'll Learn
• Describe how the 4Cs (clarity, colour, cut and carat weight) affect a diamond’s value
• Examine the relationship between the size and the weight of diamonds
• Explore the differences between treated, laboratory-grown, and imitation stones to sell with full disclosure
• Understand the steps of the jewellery sales process
• Translate jewellery design, style and manufacturing features into benefits
• Convey the romance, lore and characteristics of the most popular coloured gemstones
How You'll Learn
Take three online courses through GIA’s eLearning platform. GIA eLearning is a fun and engaging learning environment including media-rich materials delivered online that reflect the same content used in our on-campus courses.
Note: Professional development programmes do not fall within the scope of ACCSC or DEAC accreditation
What you earn
- Applied Jewelry Professional™ Credential