How To Become A Gemologist? | How To Start Your Career In Gemology

Want the inside scoop on how to make a career in gemology? After so many of you asked us, we finally have the breakdown on what it takes to become a full fledged certified gemologist! Join our host Rebecca as she gives you tips on resources and institutions that you need to know to start your journey in gemology! So for all you gem fanatics and those considering the scientific field, watch today!
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[@brianhudson7822]

THANK YOU SOOOOOOOOO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO. After twenty plus years as a GG I can assure anyone who decides to take up this career that it NEVER gets boring. I am as excited today about gemology as I was the day I received my diploma.

[@roughdiamondworld6815]

I took the GIA distance course over a few years! While you will need occasional in lab work, you can do this course even if you can’t commit to campus study!!! Looking forward to episode 2!!!!

[@miyajewelry6054]

hi, i live in singapore and having good experience in gemstone and thinking of taking up online diploma/degree. which one is good for me.? we dont have lab in singapore, the nearest one is in Thailand. pls share your thoughts. TIA.

[@emilypeters8888]

please cover careers, I am 37 and dealing with massive life changes due to disability and I am working to head into gemology as a new career

[@oliverbuck8805]

Definitely make a part two! Right now I'm taking online classes at ISG and my goal is to become a museum curator. It'd be super beneficial, and honestly pretty cool, to see a video all about the career aspects of a gemologist!

[@monktarot7133]

I’m a GIA alumni and ISG alumni and honestly Im more proud of my ISG credentials. I sign my appraisals using my ISG credentials

[@oliverbuck8805]

@@monktarot7133 that’s so awesome! How long have you been studying if I may ask?

[@monktarot7133]

@@oliverbuck8805 I’ve been professionally working in the field for almost 4 years now and maybe 2-3 years before that for school

[@PangeanLovePodcast]

Agreed

[@ebertmorales5845]

As an diamond grader for GIA easiest way is to apply to become a diamond grader if they are hiring. Why? You get hands on direct education, get to pad your resume, and all the courses are free for employees. You have a job making money and don’t pay for the education. Take every course possible with a padded resume and then dip out…

[@Champagne.I]

must it be a diamond grader job? what about any job at GIA , would learning oppourtunites still be available for staff in other departments?

[@ebertmorales5845]

@@Champagne.I any position that is a direct hire to GIA gets full education benefits to all courses. Though some you have to consider time off. Graders are afforded more paid time off to help obtain their GG and the diamond lab class is waived because duh you are a diamond grader. Any position is fine it’s just far easier to do it as a grader as they not only encourage you to get a GG but it is also required for certain positions to move up into.

[@rahulp2644]

Is it possible ❓️

[@andrewchim807]

I've just started the Gem-A Foundation. This channel has really helped give me a head start. Thank you!!

[@asterstrangelove8211]

Good luck with class! I'm registered in the previous course that started in September and ends this June! I've had a blast with it, and hope you enjoy it too.

[@degletnouruk]

hi andrew. how much it cost for the gema foundation? thanks

[@andrewchim807]

Hi Ali, it's around 3 grand

[@degletnouruk]

@@andrewchim807 thanks

[@MireaganShow7]

@@asterstrangelove8211 update?

[@KatErina-ii6ru]

I’m a Gemology student through distance learning with GIA 🤓💎

[@garzabobby84]

How is that working for you?

[@isaacalberda250]

would you rather have done it in person? how was that?

[@cindycareme]

Ever since I stumbled onto your channel I have been hooked. I have been learning about Crystals for about 30 years now, just have never gotten certified as a Gemologist. Would LOVE a part 2... part 3... heck... go for 4!!!

[@alanhart7978]

Great video, just to clarify - Gem-A has 60--70% pass rate, some GEm-A ATC's (training centres) may be less or indeed more, but thats the average. There are many potential careers in Gemmology - go armed with what you want to do and then shape your training and of course don't be afraid of reaching out to people - its an industry that really wants to help. good luck. Alan - CEO Gem-A.

[@gems]

Thanks for the info!

[@loveheartrose]

I'm currently in my first year of the Gemmology and Jewellery Studies BSc at BCU - we get an industry module next year so a part 2 would be great to learn more about careers in gemmology!

[@chehystpewpur4754]

i cant say id love to be a gemologist. theres too many to remember but id rather be there doing the hard stuff finding the gems. id enjoy the clean up and making them look nice and the placing them with their family that is looking for a new gem. i dont care about the money its lucrative. in any aspect. but giving people what they really want and giving a good home to something that deserves it is really what im trying to do. but i cant do it alone and that sucks.

[@tanyalawrence824]

I have always had a love for gemstones & jewelry. I am interested in becoming a gemologist. I find everything about gemstones fascinating. It's my passion. Thank you for these videos & all of the work that goes into them. I appreciate your time.

[@maxevocal]

These are some great resources! I want to become a lapidary someday, so I'm definitely getting myself some new books 😊

[@Keirabug]

I got my GG at GIA in Carlsbad with zero background in the jewelry industry and am seeking work that incorporates Gemology. So I am definitely interested in a part 2 to this video!

[@chaparra217]

I recently got certified in both diamonds and colored gemstones by taking courses from IGS. I wanted to see if gemology was for me since their course are affordable before I took the full plunge at the GIA. I also have a bachelor's degree in geology. Do you think this certification along with my degree would allow me to work in certain places or if a GIA diploma is required? Please make part 2.

[@gems]

Firstly, congratulations on achieving the Diamonds and colored gemstone certification with IGS. In answer to your question, it would very much depend on where 'those certain places' are. So, for example if you are looking to enter the retail jewelry industry then those qualifications would be beneficial, but GIA would possibly give you an edge, particularly if you are looking at a higher-level position. If you were looking to go into jewelry appraisal, then yes your current qualifications would be beneficial and GIA would be essential.

[@chaparra217]

@@gems thanks for the response!

[@sheriffflynn]

I'd love a part two. I'm glad to see this come around as I've been fascinated by gems my whole life.

[@lindasaav7364]

I would love becoming a gemmologist. I would love to work as a curator at a museum or being the one who acquires new specimens or being like you, a host on KZbin or other media enlightening people about geology and gems. I'm a geologist atm and have a big fascination with gems and their formation. A product made by Earth solely for us humans to marvel at!

[@sabrinawhite8606]

I have LOVED your videos. I stumbled across this channel a few months ago and have been hooked ever since! It has been a WONDERFUL mental break from all the media, cultural turmoil, and the like going on in the world. Please do a part two!

[@gems]

Thank you!

[@adamkeck4610]

This was hugely informative, thank you! I’ve been considering gemology myself and this video has given me allot to think about. I’m also all in on a part two.

[@thrafgigdraconis8312]

Gemmology by Read was my text in college before I wrote my FGA exams*. Outstanding text, very clear, excellent source for any student or enthusiast. * yes I passed, and I will add that they are more brutal than Rebecca described, she was being nice :)

[@sherrizanoli1398]

What an informative video. Thank you for taking time to make it and definitely do a part 2.

[@kmaylone810]

I would love if you made a part two. My boyfriend and I are rockhounders. We have both been looking at getting our gemologist degree because of it. We love watching y'all

[@asterstrangelove8211]

Thanks so much for this video! Would love a part two, as my Foundation Course at Gem-A is coming to a close I've still been a bit lost on where to go career wise

[@trip3980]

I used to love rock hounding but I sorta stopped because it was a heavy hobby lol. But gems of all kinds still bring love to my heart. Finding them is the mystery and the love whether I get one or not the experience is priceless. Cutting and grading is something I love but it's so time-consuming. I love the idea of transporting gems also which I know is a thing and only a handful of people do it.

[@ensoliel]

Yes please make a part 2. I’d Love to know more about the career opportunities. Thanks😊💎

[@Nervii_Champion]

I have been collecting gemstones since I was 5, but I have also wanted to join the Army before that and I have been shooting and fighting in multiple periods of my life since I was 5 also. I choose 75th Ranger Regiment, after that it's either Army S.F. (Green Berets) or Gemologist

[@bookwyrm2011]

Please do a part 2!!!

[@ShwintyKat]

Gimme part two! I'd love to hear more about jobs I'd have never thought of!

[@reikiwithcary2682]

Yes, please on part two! And keep on educating us along the way!

[@sardarinzamam9890]

Part 2 is a must.☺️

[@KrosanBeast315]

I have the Gemstones of the World, fifth edition. I read it cover to cover at least once a year.

[@sam-ej5ex]

Id really wish they did more of these for the career paths that have little info on like For example I'd like to know more about lapidary because im interest in it and what it takes to go in to that career path.

[@CountZakula]

I 100% would like a followup about careers involving gemology ~ thanks for the vid!

[@ITubetc]

I love the gemstones and rocks but my color vision put a stop to going any further into the hobbyists. I'm a cheap date because I can't tell the difference between amethyst and sapphire when cut/set

[@vampiregoddess95]

Thank you!!!!! I been wondering how to get started on this!

[@gems]

Glad we could help!

[@Musiclover-uo2oi]

Thanks so much. I’d be very interested in part 2. 😊

[@manavdesai7617]

your channel has deepened my interest in geology to a point that I as a premed student , am looking for an interdisciplinary career in medical geology that bridges the gap between both of my passions ; medicine and gemology. Lots of love to your channel !!!!!

[@highrockhoney5033]

I second a part 2! This is great info and thank you!

[@robinlynn5533]

Aboslotly loved this gem journey. It was very informative. Thanks so much for the education. Would like to see a part 2… 🤗.

[@jonah_jo]

I just thought about it REALLY HARD. And now I know rocks. I know- that just sounds like Saitama explaining how he became powerful enough to defeat anyone with one punch. That’s actually probably NOT how that happened, (I probably absorbed small amounts of that knowledge under the duration of several years), but it’s what I go with for multiple reasons- mainly to save time. (But I learned most of it through basic knowledge and basic understanding of rocks, and then stretched my brain muscles to learn more). If you don’t believe that though, ask me anything on rocks.

[@kayleereynolds4080]

I’m interested in the science of natural specimens, their history, chemical structure, crystal structure, etc. But I’m not sure I’m interested in working with a lot of faceted stones or jewelers. Are there careers in the field of gemology that focus more on raw specimens and hands on field work?

[@gems]

Your interest remind me of Jordan Root, a gem and mineral dealer we featured in an episode earlier this year: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2jUiGSpedGepbc We will try to address this when we make a part 2 of this video and spotlight careers in gemology.

[@garzabobby84]

Part two please!

[@BrianSmith-yq7ys]

I need a video on how to find a gemnologist and get a cert for a stone

[@lindajolly935]

Thank you, I am interested.

[@karengarcia8587]

Thanks for the information on how to start gemology, what schools to choose🏫👩‍🏫 and how many books about gemstones for us to get started.📘📖💎 No doubt there will be many challenges and hard work. Yes, please do a part 2 for the next video.

[@kathleenfleming7519]

I would love to see a part two!! Please do it!

[@Abhishekjadhav-ov1us]

Thank you too making video on gemologist courses you know the details I am from India I am also a gemologist

[@codybill6077]

Oh please let there be a part 2!

[@IAMMEEP]

Currently studying GEM130

[@rogerhargreaves2272]

A great informative video. Please please make part two. Thank you.

[@xXastraelXx]

What is your opinion on The Montreal School of Gemmology (aka Ecole de Gemmologie de Montreal)? It's a private institute associated with the World Gem Foundation, the Canadian Jewellers Association, and Gemworld. It may be interesting to have a video explaining what makes the difference when looking at different education options, as not everyone is able to move across the country or study abroad (even if online courses are available, there are lab classes and not everyone will be able to get to an associated lab!). Are GIA and Gem-A the only options? What are other comparable degrees/diplomas? Why does Canada want to bankrupt me for this course? (okay, maybe I've been spoilt by Quebec's low tuition costs lol) I'd really appreciate some insight before I apply for any specific educational path.

[@gems]

Thank you for a great question that I am sure many can relate to, so I will give a broad-reaching answer for the benefit of everyone interested. Firstly what do you want from your gemmology qualification? If you are seeking to enter the trade, then it needs to be recognized by the places where you would like to work. Next, ask if it has been subject to the scrutiny of a national education board of standards? What level or equivalency does it have? Does this matter to you? Finally, and perhaps most importantly, do professional bodies in the trade where you live recognize it? Your local retailer may be happy enough to give you a job, but for a career in gemmology, that is just your first step into an amazing world of opportunities, so how would you like to specialize? Become an appraiser, perhaps? Will your national appraisal organizations recognize your qualification? Gem-A’s and GIA’s are recognized by the Canadian and the US appraisal organizations and those in many other countries, for example, so to become an appraiser, you will have already completed the biggest hurdle.

[@queenieevergreen]

O this absolutely might be for me! 😮❤❤❤❤ thank you!!

[@kristamelendy6314]

Hello! I really appreciate this channel and have passed it on to a couple friends that also have my passion with minerals and gemstones. PLEASE make a part two!! I’m just considering starting a crystal and Rock and metaphysics store. Though I’m so drawn to getting them at the source, Rock and crystal hounding. I’d love to see them in their natural element. Buy at the source. So, I’d love to learn more about crystal formation, identification, and mineral makeup, identifying real vs fake, market buying tips….so much!! Again, love your show and looking forward to Part 2 on this topic. 💖💕💕 Sincerely, Krista

[@suzanneschube5424]

Yes please DOA second pàrt 2 and do more exploring what you can do with a GIA or whatever the seconond tital was . thanks Suzanne 😀😁😀😁😀😁🤗🤗Schube🤗😇😘😍

[@marksletters]

Part 2 please !!!

[@debrathomlinson6608]

I would like a list of jobs related to the industry. 🙂

[@shrimpandsilver5010]

Go to the gia website

[@castleincorporated]

Love your content, it's sooo good! We're training our third generation of gemologists over here, LOVE the GIA KIDS materials!

[@carolfcavanagh3835]

SUPER WONDERFUL VIDEO; THANK YOU

[@gems]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@X3r0.]

Part 2. Please ! Thank you for this great introduction on how to dip thy toe in the pond , proverbially

[@AlikaAlitheiA]

4:55 Technically "English" came from "England", so they are not "adding letters" but other variations of the English Language are Subtracting them.

[@Uknock]

Thank you for the video . I am Jonathan from ethiopia which is a source for lots of minerals and gemstone in the world . I want to be a gemologist, here in ethiopia there is no any institution about gemestones and gemology. Can you help me with the online scholarship program in any of institutions you know ....

[@girlnextdoor369]

YES YES YES for Part 2!

[@theemeraldg4024]

I have a Copy of Gems Around the Work by Walter Scumman as well as the Minerald Around the World Second Addition, I highly Recommend it, there amazing and I use them so much to help me

[@nielskrog9623]

Yes pls make part 2 (an 3...)

[@rimaalejandro8823]

thank you

[@nelsonlagua1807]

I like your programe and I am from the philippines. For over almost 20yesrs I am fascinated with gem stones. For the last two years I already have found few stones that looks like passing a gem quality but, still uncut. What's the way to be able to have GIA certification? Thanks!

[@alexandervidal-baquero9176]

Wonderful video! Yes, definitely a part two will be very helpful!

[@tanuj.k]

Yes, part-2

[@PangeanLovePodcast]

I actually have a brochure and tons of books I'm seriously considering getting this certification.

[@AwokenMinds]

Yes give us a part two

[@idonthaveaname42]

Im in the process of doing this but i still have stuff available if anyone is looking

[@Permabull_Moonman]

Part 2 please and thank you!

[@skateboardgirl26]

I'm currently taking the GG Distance Learning program. Wish me luck! :D

[@gems]

Good luck!!

[@nivshporer996]

part two needed!!!!!

[@LostButHere]

We’re definitely looking for that part 2!

[@naughtyfins6810]

does Gemstones have a need for extra gemmologists by any chance?

[@gems]

feel free to contact [e-mail] for inquiries!

[@ericbader5523]

Please please please make more ...how to make difrent kinds of chrystel.

[@premapoojitanananda7947]

Thank you! Very interested

[@wildworldfoods2358]

Yes

[@JenniferCrum78]

Definitely make a part 2.

[@gems]

We're working on it!

[@davebraund1236]

Part 2👍👍👍

[@msclairesstuff3179]

Waiting for Part 2 too!!

[@KrosanBeast315]

She got the timing wrong for G.I.A. coursework. Two main courses are up to 18 months long each, while Gem Identification has a 24 month limit.

[@theMintly]

This is very useful video. At Mintly-we are building hiring marketplace for Jewelry Industry.

[@emeraldgemexchangedumbosho7012]

Rebecca, another cute video............thank you!!!!!!!

[@Nicht-die-Mama]

I like her super good mood and her style almost dancing with the entire body while giving presentation of the topics. She‘s so pretty 😍 Her husband is a lucky guy, I guess

[@isabelramos8837]

Part two please

[@renaissancenovice7202]

You should make a whole series about it!

[@hannahfay59]

Definetly interested......

[@justmeonthebeach]

Very informative, thanks.

[@kellanvaskel]

Exactly what I need right now!

[@actionclips9066]

We are a diamond factory in Surat,India i am looking to join one of good course

[@user-yn9ug5zg8g]

Maam i have three kinds of stone..and i din't know where i go to check my stone..its suspected likes a rough diamon..green emerald..ang red garnet..

[@user-oe3lo4rq8w]

Is it dangerous to get into the gemstone business without learning Gemology? I'm thinking about flipping gemstones mainly sapphires to earn an extra buck as a college student

[@gems]

The danger would be leaving yourself susceptible to misleading claims. For instance, you may be supplied with a sapphire but is it mined? lab grown? has it been treated? We love all kinds of gemstones, but these factors can make a big difference in market value and pricing.

[@joshuamiles5293]

Definitely a pt 2 please

[@shrapmetal]

Do you have any recommendations on a reference for gemstone appraisals?

[@SaleemKhan-hx5pj]

Very engaging content. Thumbs up, and havd recommended to others.

[@mosesogah7250]

Am a geologist I want to transition into gemology but I need information in regards scholarship opportunities for Africans.

[@Claire_16]

Oh my life, I'd love to do those Diploma course - but they are SOOOO expensive!! What do you think go the IGS courses? They are considerably cheaper, but are they worthless?

[@ediekharkongor6144]

I think i found a rought dimon whare and haw can i show tow really say that this is a dimon and where tow sell them

[@ravengateley7677]

What is the opinion on ISG as an online certification education source?