Introduction to Gemology
Introduction to Gemology Course
The Introduction to Gemology course has been specifically designed as a foundation study of gemology for those just starting their careers in gemstones. This foundation course includes information that is taken directly from the ISG Registered Gemologist Appraiser program and more. It is designed for those without gemology experience to get a foundation knowledge in gemology to serve their future learning needs.
This program consists of a 9 lesson course in gem and mineral formation, how gemstones are mined, how gemstone crystals grow, basics of gem identification, a review of over 67 of the most often seen gemstones and a full section on Careers in Gemology.
Here is an overview of the course program:
- Lesson One: How Gemstones Form
- Lesson Two: Gems from Igneous Rocks
- Lesson Three: Gems from Metamorphic Rocks
- Lesson Four: Gems from Sedimentary Rocks
- Lesson Five: The 7 Crystal Systems
- Lesson Six: Review of Gemstones A – L:
- Lesson Seven: Review of Gemstones M – Z
- Lesson Eight: Gem Identification including videos demonstrating optical properties, how to use the gem equipment and gemstone phenomena.
- Lesson Nine: Careers in Gemology
This course includes over 200 photographs and video presentations to help you begin your study of gemology. Great for anyone interested in gems and minerals and the study of gemology but not yet ready to take a full program study in gemology.
Tuition: $95.00
If you decide to upgrade to the ISG Registered Gemologist Appraiser or Registered Gemologist Programs we will credit you the full tuition you paid for the Introduction to Gemology toward the upgrade. 100% of your money will be applied to the RG or RGA programs.
PLEASE NOTE: Once you complete your registration, please allow up to 24 hours for your ISG New Student File to be completed and your Student Access Codes to be uploaded and tested. You will receive an email in 24 hours or less with full instructions on how to get started.
Certificate of Completion Awarded upon completion of the Final Exam.
Course Delivery: Course is delivered online via HTML5 mobile friendly format.