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Certificate in Goldsmith

Certificate in Goldsmith

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The Certificate in Goldsmith is a specialized program designed to train individuals in the art and craft of goldsmithing. This course covers essential techniques such as metalworking, jewelry design, stone setting, engraving, and finishing. Students will gain hands-on experience in creating gold jewelry, understanding purity standards, and mastering traditional and modern goldsmithing methods.

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Course Duration

  • Total Duration: 6 months (can vary by institution)

  • Theory: 30%

  • Practical Training: 70%

Eligibility Criteria

  • Minimum 10th grade pass (some institutes may require 12th grade)

  • No prior experience needed (beginners welcome)

  • Passion for jewelry making and craftsmanship

Course Modules

  1. Introduction to Goldsmithing

    • History of goldsmithing

    • Types of precious metals (gold, silver, platinum)

    • Gold purity standards (karats, hallmarking)

  2. Basic Metalworking Techniques

    • Cutting, filing, soldering, and annealing

    • Wire drawing and sheet metal forming

  3. Jewelry Design & Sketching

    • Freehand sketching

    • Basic CAD (Computer-Aided Design) for jewelry (optional)

  4. Stone Setting Techniques

    • Prong, bezel, pave, and channel settings

    • Working with diamonds and gemstones

  5. Engraving & Embellishment

    • Hand engraving tools & techniques

    • Texturing and decorative finishes

  6. Casting & Molding

    • Wax modeling

    • Lost-wax casting process

  7. Polishing & Finishing

    • Buffing, plating, and rhodium finishing

    • Quality control and final touches

  8. Business & Ethics in Goldsmithing

    • Pricing jewelry

    • Customer relations & ethical sourcing of materials

Practical Training

  • Hands-on workshops in a goldsmithing lab

  • Live projects (creating rings, chains, pendants, etc.)

  • Industry visits to jewelry manufacturing units

Career Opportunities

After completing the course, graduates can work as:

  • Goldsmith/Jewelry Maker

  • Jewelry Designer

  • Stone Setter

  • Engraver

  • Jewelry Repair Specialist

  • Entrepreneur (start own jewelry business)

Certification

Upon successful completion, students receive a “Certificate in Goldsmith”, recognized by jewelry industry employers.

Course Fees

Varies by institute (typically between ₹30,000 – ₹80,000 in India, or $500 – $2000 internationally).

Institutes Offering This Course

  • Indian Institutes:

    • Gem & Jewelry Institute (GJI), Mumbai

    • Indian Institute of Gems & Jewelry (IIGJ), Delhi & Jaipur

    • National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) (short courses)

  • International Institutes:

    • Gemological Institute of America (GIA)

    • British Academy of Jewelry (BAJ), UK

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