China test sites are Beijing, Guangzhou, Guilin, Shanghai and Wuhan, among which Beijing and Shanghai test sites are also practice centers for gems and diamonds.
The qualification certificates of British Gemstone Association can be divided into basic certificate, Gemstone Certificate-Association Member (FGA), Gemstone and Diamond Certificate Course-Diamond Member (DGA) and Diamond Practice Certificate. Among them, FGA Gem Certificate is the most popular qualification certificate for jewelry appraisers in China.
FGA course:
The essence, formation and appearance of gems; Structure and characteristics of gemstones; Color and optical characteristics of gemstones; Optical characteristics of gem detection: electromagnetic spectrum used for gem detection; Visible spectrum and spectroscope; Non-optical characteristics and detection technology; Magnifier technology, internal and external characteristics; Gem polishing; Artificial, synthetic and imitation gems; Processing gems and processing methods; Introduction of inorganic gemstones; Introduction of organic gemstones.
Issue certificates:
FGA- Gem Certificate
The FGA certificate has passed the certification of the British Certification and Curriculum Authority.
The British Gemmological Association held two large-scale examinations every year in 10 and June of 65438.
Examination time in 2006: Gem and Diamond Certificate Examination in 20061June1June 7, 2006.
Gem Certificate Examination June 5438+1October 65438+July 65438+March 2006
Note: only the theoretical examination date, the actual examination date is decided by the British Gemstone Association.