Study Diamonds at GIA
GIA pioneered the grading of diamonds, including the development of the 4Cs of Diamond Quality. The Institute offers diamond programs and courses for a range of experience levels that leverage its 80+ years of diamond research in the lab and field.
Diamond Programs and Courses
Diamond Essentials eLearning Course
An introductory self-study course that covers essential information on diamonds for retail associates and hobbyists.
Diamonds & Diamond Grading eLearning Course
An in-depth look at diamonds, the diamond industry and diamond grading via self-study.
Diamond Grading Lab Class
An on-campus, hands-on diamond grading training using professional gemological equipment.
Graduate Diamonds Diploma Program
A comprehensive, multi-week, on-campus program covering the technical expertise needed to grade, buy, and sell diamonds.
Advanced Synthetic Diamond Seminar
Taught by a GIA research scientists, this multi-day professional development program covers the latest techniques for identifying laboratory-grown diamonds.