Graduate Diamonds Program
Gemological Institute of America
The Graduate Diamonds diploma program examines the technical expertise needed to grade, buy, and sell diamonds with the insight of a seasoned professional. This diploma program explores the GIA diamond grading procedures to assess the 4Cs – color, clarity, cut and carat weight – and how they affect diamond value. Students use professional diamond grading equipment for the purposes of examining a diamond’s quality characteristics to grade and identify diamonds.
Duration
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Credits
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Cost
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Format
Online
Skills developed through this program
- Apply GIA International Diamond Grading System and 4Cs to evaluate diamond value
- Grade diamonds in D-to-Z color range
- Detect diamond treatments, simulants, and laboratory-grown diamonds
- Recognize when advanced diamond testing is required
Occupations this program prepares you for
Detailed information about this program
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); appreciate how they affect diamond value Grade diamonds in the D-to-Z color range Detect diamonds treatments, simulants and laboratory-grown diamonds Recognize when advanced testing is required
What you need to earn this credential
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Eligible funding programs
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Scholarships
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