Ways to Learn Real-World Skills in Real-Time
Choose to learn on campus at any one of GIA’s 14 locations, or in the comfort and convenience of your own home. The course material is the same, the diplomas are the same, the international recognition is the same – only the scenery is different.
Easy, convenient ways to learn
Distance Education
With GIA Distance Education, you learn whenever and wherever you choose. The same course material that’s taught on campus in Carlsbad, New York, and Los Angeles is sent directly to your door. That means you learn when it’s convenient for you and with minimal interruption to your work schedule. Even GIA’s Jewelry Business Management courses can all be completed at home, online.
The best part is, whether you want to learn on campus or through Distance Education, you can get started right now. Call 800-421-7250 and an admissions representative will guide you through the entire admissions process and help find the right program for you.
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Lab Classes on Campus
When you choose to complete your GIA education on campus, you benefit from limited class size and personalized attention. GIA’s instructors and professors are known and respected authorities in their fields. Some have owned and managed jewelry businesses. Many are highly skilled designers and craftspeople. While others are experienced diamond graders and colored stone specialists. Each one brings a unique personality, passion, and perspective to the educational experience. But expert instruction is just one part of the success equation at GIA. As an On Campus Student, you’ll make industry contacts to enhance your career and friendships that will last a lifetime.
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GIA on iTunes U
Whether you choose to supplement your current enrollment, or update the skills of your chosen profession, GIA Continuing Education helps you stay up-to-date with the latest trends in the jewelry industry. GIA has partnered with Apple, Inc. to provide free continuing education online through GIA on iTunes U. Current or former GIA students can access a wealth of digital material that covers topics including gemstone mining and sources, treatments and synthetics, current industry trends, and many more.
With GIA on iTunes U, you use your computer or iPod (iPod not required) to download up-to-date course content that complements your current gemology program or notifies you of course information that may have changed since you graduated. You can also download audio and video segments featuring valuable information related to your coursework or current profession. The bonus: you stay connected to GIA anytime, anywhere.
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If you are a graduate of GIA simply register at My GIA for access to GIA on iTunes U
Regional Seminars and Training
Free Seminar on GIA's New Cut Grade. By practicing with real diamonds and under the guidance of an experienced GIA instructor, you'll not only learn about the new GIA Diamond Cut Grading System for round brilliant cut diamonds, but you'll also gain valuable hands-on experience in estimating cut grades. Previous diamond training and/or experience is required and seating is limited – so, sign up now.
What's more, if you already possess either the Gemologist or Graduate Gemologist credential, you are eligible to enroll in GIA's Continuing Education Recognition Program. This program recognizes your efforts to stay on top of current industry trends and, more importantly, let’s your customers know that you have made a commitment to provide them with the most up-to-date jewelry knowledge. All you have to do to get started is register.