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Professional Valuation Diploma
How do I become a Valuer?
Jewellery valuations require expertise and discipline in order to ensure that descriptions are precise, identifications correct and measurements accurate. However, valuing is not an exact science – descriptions and value can be a matter of opinion, as can choices relating to valuing methodologies.
A series of assignments and a final examination lead valuers to the coveted Professional Jewellers' Valuation Diploma.
The JET Valuation Course provides the opportunity to learn about the practice and science of valuing.
Who should enrol on this Course?
This course is ideal for:
- Anyone who would like to be a valuer and experienced valuers who wish to obtain a professional qualification.
- Students will need to meet the course entry requirements.
NB: All valuers wishing to join the N.A.G.'s Institute of Registered Valuers must enrol on the course and pass the examination. Click here to find out more about the Institute.
When can I enrol?
It is possible to enrol on this course at any time during the year.
Students wishing to enrol are required to attend the N.A.G.'s Institute of Registered Valuers' Conference in Loughborough, which is held in September each year.
About the Course
The course is essentially a 12-month home-study correspondence course. It is easy to read and understand and the detailed course handbook will be a significant reference for years to come.
There are a number of assignments to be submitted for assessment. Students must complete all assignments satisfactorily before applying to sit the examination. Each student will be assigned a tutor to help and advise along the way.
Entry Requirements
The course assumes a good level of jewellery product knowledge.
Entry requirements include gemmology to N.A.G. Gemstone Diploma (or equivalent) level, and ideally the N.A.G. Professional Jewellers' Diploma (formerly Retail Jewellers' Diploma).
Course Content
The JET Valuation Course provides an in-depth look at:
- Valuation evolution, methodology & layouts
- Types of jewellery valuation – insurance, probate etc.
- Calculations and appraisal: diamonds, coloured gemstones, pearls & raw materials
- Precious metal jewellery, including manufacturing techniques
- Antique jewellery
- Computers and their uses
- Jewellery photography
- Law relating to valuations
- Calculating prices
- Mark ups & how they influence values
Examination Entry Criteria & Qualification
One-day examinations will be held in May and October each year in London. Candidates will be required to provide their own basic equipment. Gemmological instruments will be provided, including diamond examination lights.
Students wishing to apply for the examination must complete the series of assignments to a satisfactory standard and have at least three years valuing experience. Students must also attend a pre-exam tutorial.
Successful candidates will be awarded the Professional Jewellers' Valuation Diploma and will be entitled to use the status of: PJ Val. Dip. (as long as Alumni status is maintained).
They will also be eligible to apply for membership of the N.A.G.’s Institute of Registered Valuers.
Valuation Course Fees
| Members Fee | Non Members Fee |
| £681 + VAT (£800.18) | £1,032 + VAT (£1,212.60) |
NOTE: Separate examination fee applies (payable at the time of exam entry).
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