Whether you are a jeweller, salesperson, buyer, pawnbroker, valuer, or gemmologist, accurate diamond grading is an essential skill to build trust and close more sales. This hybrid course combines flexible online study with a high-impact, 1-day practical workshop at our college in Cape Town, giving you essential hands-on experience grading diamonds under expert guidance.
Course Topics
- Master the 4Cs: Gain complete practical confidence assessing Carat, Cut, Colour, and Clarity to industry standards.
- Hands-on Laboratory Experience: Examine natural, synthetic, and treated diamonds using professional tools during the 1-day Cape Town workshop.
- Trade & Sales Utility: Translate technical grading skills directly into sales confidence, buying power, and valuation accuracy.
- Flexible Hybrid Learning: Balance convenient self-paced online modules with targeted, live practical training.
Who Should Attend
- Jewellers & Retail Sales Staff looking to boost customer trust and close more sales.
- Pawnbrokers & Valuers needing precise grading skills to appraise items accurately and manage risk.
- Buyers & Gemmologists seeking practical, real-world grading exposure under expert instruction.
Course Details & Format
Format: Flexible Online Study + 1-Day Practical Workshop
Location: Academy of Gemmology College, Claremont, Cape Town
Prerequisites: None required. Open to trade professionals and beginners alike.



