What is Jewelers of America Bench Jeweler Certification?
Jewelers of America (JA) offers certification through a set of bench tests at four levels. The hands-on tests involve typical tasks performed at a jewelers bench: jewelry repair, setting stones, and other fabrication techniques. Projects are scored by JA to a strict set of grading criteria. The optional exam is recommended for those who seek employment in the jewelry industry after graduation.
Jewelers of America (JA) offers certification through a set of bench tests at four levels. The hands-on tests involve typical tasks performed at a jeweler’s bench: jewelry repair, setting stones, and other fabrication techniques. Projects are scored by JA to a strict set of grading criteria. The optional exam is recommended for those who seek employment in the jewelry industry after graduation.