Training and workshops
Expertise
A school rooted in reality
“What makes our training so rich is that we teach gemmology from the ground up.
Our students manipulate, observe, compare…” Marie-Hélène Corbin
Choosing to train at IGEM means joining a school like no other: at the crossroads of teaching, gemological expertise and laboratory analysis. Our three-pronged approach is what makes our pedagogy so rich. Each course is enriched by concrete examples drawn from our experience in appraisal, resale and gemological analysis. You don’t just learn theory: you understand how to apply it in the field.
Whether you’re in the process of retraining, a jewelry professional or simply an enthusiast, our programs are designed to give you skills that can be put to immediate use in a demanding, ethical and forward-looking profession.
Why choose IGEM?
A unique approach
Teaching + expertise + laboratory in one place
Active teaching
Case studies, hands-on experience, anecdotes from the field
Recognized training
Worldwide
A team of professionals
Experienced gemologists, market players
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Complete expertise
Diploma courses
IGEM Diploma (new version scheduled for 2028)
The IGEM Diploma is the Institute’s most comprehensive training program. Available both in-class and through e-learning (theoretical part only), it trains professional gemologists to identify, analyze, certify and add value to gems in all contexts: jewelry, laboratory, appraisal, sales, creation or teaching.
Diploma in Jewellery and Stone Appraisal
Reserved for qualified gemologists, this professional training program enables you to acquire all the skills needed to appraise and evaluate jewels and stones according to market standards.
You’ll learn how to decipher hallmarks, materials, styles, sizes, treatments and market trends, so you can draw up reliable, well-argued appraisal reports for use in sales, inheritance, insurance or customs.
IGEM Diamond Diploma
This program trains professionals in the identification, analysis and grading of cut diamonds.
Accessible even without any gemology prerequisites, it is aimed at diamond enthusiasts, retailers or future professionals wishing to master all the technical and visual basics of the queen stone.
IGEM Diamond Expert Diploma
A complete course to become a cut AND rough diamond specialist. The program covers mineralogy, grading, advanced instruments, rough stone analysis and market operations.
It can be accessed without a previous gemmology diploma, with distance learning and face-to-face courses available to suit your schedule.
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Complete training
Certificates and specializations
IGEM offers training courses and specializations for those who wish to deepen their skills, retrain or enhance their professional profile without having to follow a long course of study.
IGEM Gemmology Certificate
The 4-level IGEM Gemmology Certificate is designed for jewelry professionals, salespeople, designers and enthusiasts who want to learn how to identify, analyze and add value to gems.
Follow at your own pace, each level leading to a certificate. Once the 4 levels and practical workshops have been validated, the final exam leads to the IGEM Gemmology Certificate.
Please note: The IGEM Certificate in Gemmology is not a title of gemmologist in the academic sense of the term. It is a recognized professional training course in the jewelry sector, ideal for structuring your knowledge, advancing in your profession or validating a specific skill.
Specializations
IGEM also offers targeted training courses (courses and workshops) on specific business topics. Each specialization leads to an IGEM certificate.
History of Jewelery
Dive into the evolution of jewelry design since Antiquity, drawing in part on the school’s educational collection.
Rough diamond grading & valuation
Learn how to decipher the potential of a rough diamond according to market standards.
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Complete training
Workshops & short courses
IGEM offers discovery workshops open to all, with no prerequisites. Ideal for gem enthusiasts, the curious or jewelry professionals looking for an introduction to the fascinating world of gemstones.
Each session combines theory, practical observation and lively discussion of a specific topic.
- The magic of the Ruby
- The secrets of Sapphire
- Fascinating Emerald
- Eternal Diamond
- Cabinet of curiosities to rediscover forgotten and surprising gems
- Gemmological instruments Handling and perfecting office tools (magnifier, refractometer, spectroscope, etc.)
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Made-to-measure
Training for companies
IGEM supports industry professionals (jewelers, jewelry houses, insurers, sales outlets, etc.) by offering customized training courses tailored to the specific needs of each organization.
Objectives
- Train teams to identify gems and materials
- Learn the basics of gemmology and the world of jewelry
- Improve sales pitch, product knowledge or evaluation skills
Terms and conditions
- Tailor-made programs designed with your teams in mind
- Flexible duration and content
- Modules available in English or French