GCS Graduate Colored Stones Program

Identify a stunning variety of gemstones. Evaluate them by quality, rarity, and color. Study the most effective grading, buying, and selling techniques. A dazzling spectrum of opportunities awaits those who understand the colored stone marketplace.

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What You'll Learn

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
Recognize how quality, rarity, and color affect value
Determine how market factors affect gem value

Possible Career Paths

Appraiser
Auction House Jewelry Specialist
Colored Stone Buyer
Estate Jewelry Dealer
Jewelry Business Owner
Jewelry Buyer
Pawn Broker
Retailer
Wholesaler

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Topics Covered

Here are key topics covered in the Graduate Colored Stones diploma program.

COLORED STONES & COLORED STONE GRADING

Learn the characteristics of colored stones, with a focus on ruby, sapphire, and emerald.
GEM IDENTIFICATION

Identify more than 60 species of gemstones, distinguish natural gems from synthetics, and detect gem treatments.
EQUIPMENT & INSTRUMENTATION

Learn colored stone identification skills used by GIA graders.
TREATMENTS, SYNTHETICS & IMITATIONS

Identify gemstones that have been treated or are imitations.
MARKETS & SUPPLY CHAINS

Understand how market factors and the supply chain affect value.

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STUDY AT THE GIA SCHOOL ACCELERATED, FULL-TIME LEARNING

Immerse yourself in the world of gems and jewelry and earn your Graduate Colored Stones diploma by studying at a GIA campus. This transformative program opens up a world of opportunity.

Offered at the Following Campuses