[Jewelry making - Article 00082] - Re: [Orchid] G.G. Degree -- worth it?

[Robert Powell]

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    I have been following the feedback on GIA's program for
    certification as a GG , and its advantages and applicability to the
    jewelry profession. 

    This is of particular interest to me. I have just completed what I am
    told is a comparable program . Graduate of Gemological Science . 

    This is the one semester program at TIJT, Paris Texas. 

	http://www.paris.cc.tx.us/tijt/     website

    This program was started in 1977. I took it this fall semester. 

    Colored stone identification ( 450 stones ) and Diamond Grading ( 10
    stones ) must be completed for graduation . In addition. final test of
    20 more Colored stones and 4 Diamonds to be graded . All tests in
    essay format. Final test oral . 

    For certification, another class, Applied Jewelry Practices, is
    required. 

    This is completed during 1 semester . I had to come back for two
    more additional days lab time . This was to complete my 450 CORRECTLY
    IDENTIFIED  stones. I worked my butt off ! I also received college
    credit for a total of 15 credit hrs. 

    My payment to the school, TIJT, branch of Paris Jr. College, was
    approximately  $ 3,500.00 . This was tuition, lab fees, room and
    board , I spent $ 500.00 in addition for books and tools. Most of this
    was for books. 

    How well is this certification  ( GGS ) known or received. ? 

    As I intend to continue my education in this field what other
    recommendation could be made ? Let me thank all of the membership for
    their past help and encouragement. 

ROBB -  Retired Old Baby Boomer

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