- Type Certification
- Level Advanced
- Time Years
- Cost Paid
Certified Gemologist® Appraiser
Issued by
American Gem Society
As a Certified Gemologist Appraiser (CGA), this individual holds the most highly regarded title among peers in the jewelry industry. It certifies that this person can identify diamonds, gemstones, and jewelry, and determine their value. In order to earn this title, the associate requires advanced training and experience in determining the value of diamonds and gemstones. To stay on top of their game, a CGA must pass an annual Recertification exam.
- Type Certification
- Level Advanced
- Time Years
- Cost Paid
Skills
- Colored Gemstones
- Customer Service
- Diamond Grading
- Diamonds
- Ethical Business Practices
- Expert Understanding Of Diamond Grading Reports
- Gemstone Identification
- Gemstone Valuation
- Jeweler
- Jewelry
- Jewelry Appraisal
- Jewelry Industry
- Jewelry Styles
- Jewelry Valuation
- Leadership
- Pearls
- Precious Metals
- Sales
- Separation Of Natural From Synthetic Gemstones
- Watches
Earning Criteria
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Graduate Gemologist
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AGS Way Course
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Appraisals I & II
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CGA Exam
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Certified Gemologist Title