Certificate in Basic Gemology

Course details

This course is an intensive course with a series of lectures and practical sessions. It is in-depth and is recommended for those who want to understand more about gemstones in the market

Course Content

1. What are gemstones?
2. Mineral species and groups
3. Type of crystals
4. Gemstone of the world
5. Why are gemstones so valuable?
6. Difference between lustre and brilliance
7. Identification of synthetic gemstones like Verneuil Flame Fusion stones, Flux-melt and Hydrothermal stones.
8. Identification of treatment on gemstones.
9. Identification of composite gemstones.
10. Practical sessions on identification of natural, synthetic and treated gemstones using gemological equipment.

How will I beneftit from taking this course

On completion of this unit, participant will have the knowledge and skills to identify and grade gemstones by preparing for work activities, separating natural gemstones from imitations/synthetic gemstones, and identifying gemstone treatment.

Will I recieve a certificate of completion?

• Certificate in Basic Gemology (Issued by Far East Gem Institute)
• Statement of Attainment, Identify Gemstones (Issued by Workforce Development Agency)

*Participants must have completed the course with at least 75% attendance and have passed the required assessment.