Course Code – GJRT/T/GemA_0001
Duration – 06 Months, 100 Hours
Intake – January, 2026
Examination – June, 2026
Available Center – Kaduwela
Registration Fee – Rs. 10,000.00
Course Fee – £1445 + Tuition fee
Entry Requirements: +18 years old, no prior knowledge of gemmology required
A person should pursue the Gem-A Foundation Course to gain solid foundational knowledge of gemstone properties, identification techniques, and the practical use of gemmological instruments. It serves as a prerequisite for the Gem-A Diploma, which leads to the internationally recognized FGA qualification.
Key Learning Areas Include:
- Block F1: Introducing Gems and Gemmology
- Block F2: Understanding and Communicating the Physical Properties of Gem Materials
- Block F3: Introducing and Explaining the Gemstone Pipeline from Geology to Jewellery
- Block F4: Identifying Gemstones, Synthetics and their Various Treatments
Those who have completed the Gem-A Foundation Programme are eligible to enroll in the Gem-A Diploma Course.

