Gemmology and Jewellery Industry Certifications

Earn a Canadian Gemmological Association diploma or MasterValuer certificate for careers in jewellery, gemstone wholesale, laboratories, and appraising.

Tuition: *

Credential: Industry Association Certificates

Length: 0 Varies

Hours: Part- or Full-time

Format: Class-based

Campus: Downtown

Start Dates: Jan, Apr, Sep

Admission requirements

General

This program is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Program options for international students can be found at VCC International.
Applicants must be 16 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
Applicants must submit official transcripts and educational documents as required by their course or program.

Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free in academic upgrading, university transfer or English as a Second Language (ESL) Courses.

Courses

Course List
Code	Title
GEMM 2101	Diploma Year Gemmology
GEMM 1110	Gemmology Accelerated Program
GEMM 3101	MasterValuer Appraisal Program
GEMM 1101	Preliminary Year Gemmology

* This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable.

Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.

Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.