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Gemmology - Part Time and Accelerated Program

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Gemmology
Next Date: Sep 11, 2013
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This professional program covers the scientific, aesthetic and historic aspects of gemmology. Become skilled with a wide range of gemmological equipment and learn to test and identify a variety of gemstones. Differentiate between natural and synthetic gemstones and recognize various treatments and enhancements. Study diamond grading, coloured stone grading and appraisal formats. The Canadian Gemmological Association certifies gemmologists after an extensive program of study leading to a final exam. This intensive, part-time, two-year program is enhanced with regular classroom attendance, considerable home study, weekly homework, and regular quizzes. Upon successful completion of a final exam, you will be certified as an internationally recognized gemmologist.

This part-time program begins each September. Application fee: $50.00. The Accelerated program is offered from May to August only.

Please note that the study of gemmology requires the use of refractive index fluid which contains a small amount of methylene iodide. You will be requested to wear protective gloves.

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Program Description

Required Courses:

Elective Courses:




Admission Requirements

General

VCC welcomes applications from Canadian citizens, permanent residents and international students.

International students
VCC welcomes international students from around the world to the college's academic or career programs.

To learn more about the English-language requirements for your program of interest, please contact VCC International; to learn more about how to apply, please see the VCC International website.

All international students pay international tuition fees. For more information, please contact VCC's international education office at study@vcc.ca or 604.443.8600.

We look forward to meeting you.


As Vancouver Community College is a post-secondary institution committed to educating adult learners, applicants should be 18 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school.

Program Specific:

1. Secondary school or equivalent (may be waived if students have work experience in jewellery or gemstones).

2. English language skills and comprehension.



Apply to this Program

Contact Information:

Program Coordinator: Donna Hawrelko, 604.871.7000, ext. 8694

Program Assistant: Carol Agostini, 604.871.7000, ext. 8661

    Fax     In Person
Download and complete the (PDF) application form and fax to 604-443-8393. Visit the Registration Desk at our Downtown campus, 2nd floor, 250 West Pender Street, Vancouver [map].

Business hours
Monday - Thursday
9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Friday
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

- Refund and course cancellation policy


Courses

 Class Full/In Progress
Currently scheduled:
Diploma Year Gemmology GEMM 2101 required
CRN 30358 $3456.00 DTN Tue Thr Sep-17-2013
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Jun-12-2014 		18:30
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21:30
Preliminary Year Gemmology GEMM 1101 required
CRN 30357 $2220.00 DTN Wed Sep-18-2013
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Jun-04-2014 		18:30
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21:30
Adv Gemmology - Coloured Gem GEMM 2141 elective
CRN 30364 $149.00 DTN Sat Oct-12-2013
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Oct-12-2013 		14:00 to 17:00
Advanced Gemmology - Diamonds GEMM 2140 elective
CRN 30363 $189.00 DTN Sat Oct-12-2013
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Oct-12-2013 		09:00 to 13:00
Canadian Jeweller Jets Program JEWL 1114 elective
CRN 30384 $645.00 DTN Sat Nov-09-2013
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Nov-16-2013 		13:00 to 17:00
Gemmology Practical Lab GEMM 2102 elective
CRN 30360 $1873.00 DTN Thr Sep-19-2013
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Jun-12-2014 		18:30 to 21:30
Graduate Sales Associate GEMM 2137 elective
CRN 30359 $645.00 DTN Sat Nov-23-2013
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Dec-14-2013 		13:00 to 16:00
Jadeite Jade 1 GEMM 1156 elective
CRN 30361 $129.00 DTN Sat Oct-12-2013
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Oct-12-2013 		09:30 to 12:30
Jadeite Jade 2 GEMM 1157 elective
CRN 30362 $129.00 DTN Sat Oct-12-2013
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Oct-12-2013 		14:00 to 17:00
MasterValuer Appraisal Program GEMM 3101 elective
CRN 30365 $4075.00 DTN Mon Sep-23-2013
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Jun-23-2014 		18:30 to 21:30


Note:

* All course/program information including course/program content, length, admission requirements, prerequisites, start/end dates, postponements and/or cancellation is subject to change without notice.

* Published fees for Continuing Studies programs and courses include HST (if applicable) as well as a College Initiative Fee, which varies depending on the individual course. Student Union Fees will be assessed at time of registration. Please note: fees displayed on the web do not include Student Union Fees.

* All international students pay international tuition fees. For more information, please contact VCC's international education office at study@vcc.ca or 604.443.8600.


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