GIA ONLINE EDUCATION
Earn an online gem and jewelry credential with the flexibility and convenience of studying on your schedule.
HOW ONLINE EDUCATION WORKS
- Media rich materials are delivered online so you learn the same curriculum as our on-campus students
- Study whenever and wherever you want, then submit assignments and take exams online
- Instructors are available by email or phone to provide support, guidance and expertise
- Get hands-on experience in lab classes offered at GIA campuses worldwide
- Generous completion times allow you to study at a pace that works for you
- Hours of Operation: The Carlsbad campus is open Monday - Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT except for the scheduled closures
A RICH LEARNING EXPERIENCE
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It is possible to advance your career and keep up with your life and it all starts with the GIA Online Division. You’ll learn using the same curriculum taught on GIA campuses, but you’ll study when it’s convenient for you. A great way to get ahead for even the busiest of us!
COURSES
COLORED STONES
Acquire in-depth knowledge about the multitude of colored stones sold in today’s market.
DIAMONDS AND DIAMOND GRADING
Understand the skills needed to grade the color, clarity, and cut of diamonds.
GEM IDENTIFICATION
Practice identifying more than 60 species of gemstones, including naturals, synthetics, and treated.
PEARLS
Learn the factors that determine the quality of akoya, freshwater, South Sea, and Tahitian pearls.
LAB CLASSES
COLORED STONE GRADING
Gain hands-on practice using gemstones and explore grading a range of colored stones.
DIAMOND GRADING
Gain hands-on practice using gemstones and explore grading a range of colored stones.
GEM IDENTIFICATION
Practice procedures and skills to identify a wide range of natural, synthetic and imitation gemstones.
PEARLS
Gain hands-on training and practice testing pearls for authenticity and post-harvest treatments.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
COLORED STONE ESSENTIALS
Gain essential knowledge of colored stones, with focus on ruby, sapphire, and emerald.
DIAMOND ESSENTIALS
Describe diamond jewelry accurately for effective and ethical customer conversations.
JEWELRY ESSENTIALS
Understand jewelry’s important features and how they combine to give a piece its unique value.
