A - 305 Certificate in Fundamental Jadeite Identification and Grading ( QF Level 3 ) [CEF available]
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Course Introduction

A-305 Certificate in Fundamental Jadeite Identification and Grading
CEF Course code：36C125674
Qualifications Framework Level 3

Programme Aims
This programmeis tailored for jewellery industry professionals, equipping participants with systematic knowledge and hands-on skills in jadeite identification and grading across retail stores, design studios, and manufacturing facilities. Through theoretical instruction and supervised practice, learners will master the operation of testing instruments, interpret analytical data, and apply findings to critical workflows including sales strategy development, design optimization, quality control, and procurement decision-making.
 

Course Content

 

2. Practical Jadeite Testing 

3. Jadeite Grading Systems 

4. Practical 3C + TIPS for Jadeite Selection and Grading 

5. Final Written Examination 

6. Final Practical Examination

 

Admission Requirements:

  • Completion of New Senior Secondary (NSS) Form 6 or the old academic system Form 5 or an equivalent academic qualification ; and
  • At least 1 year of work experience in the jewellery industry; or
  • Completion of a course on general knowledge of gemstones; or
  • Passing an entrance exam on general gemstone knowledge.

 

Class Duration：

30 hours of face-to-face instruction;

4 hours of assessment time;

49.5 hours of self-study, totaling 83.5 hours.

 

*Each student in the 'Certificate in Fundamental Jadeite Identification and Grading (QF Level 3)' course will be provided with 15 hours of free additional internship time during the study period."

 

 

CEF Course code：36C125674
Institution code：639
QR Registration No.
QF Level：3
QF Credit：8
Course fee : HK$ 13,800 (tuition fee can be paid in installments, billed monthly).

Registration Validity Period：03/02/2020 - 02/02/2028

 

This course is eligible for the Continuing Education Fund (CEF) , and qualified applicants may receive up to HK$10,780.00 as reimbursement, meaning students only need to pay HK$3,020.00 to study this course.

Certificate Award:
Students must meet the following graduation requirements to receive a graduation certificate:
(i) Achieve a *minimum 80% attendance rate; and
(ii) Attain a *passing score (70% or above)* in both mid-term and final assessments. 

 

Course Assessment:
Practical Exercises (40%):

   - Complete testing procedures for *50 practice stones* during self-study hours (by appointment). 

   - One resubmission opportunity allowed. 

 

2. *Final Written Examination (30%)* 

   - Multiple-choice questions (10%) 

   - Short-answer questions (20%) 

   - One retake opportunity allowed. 

 

3. *Final Practical Examination (30%)* 

   - Perform grading and testing on *10 exam stones*. 

Students have one chance for a retake in the final exam.


Qualifications Credit: 8

 

 

*This course has been assessed as a Level 3 qualification, and is registered in the Qualifications Register (Registration Number19/001319/L3 ; Registration Validity: 03/02/2020 - 02/02/2026).
For more information, please visit the Qualifications Register website: http://www.hkqr.gov.hk
* This course [ Certificate in Fundamental Jadeite Identification and Grading (Qualification Framework Level 3 )] is recognised under the Qualification Framework (Level 3 ).

For more details, please visit the Continuing Education Fund website:
https://www.wfsfaa.gov.hk/cef/tc/index.htm

 



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*每位「基礎翡翠檢測及評級證書 (資歷架構第三級)」課程的學員可獲提供15小時免費的額外實習時間。

*課程獲評審為資歷級別第三級課程，並已上載到資歷名冊(登記號碼 19/001319/L3;  登記有效期 2020年2月3日至2028年2月2日。有關資料，可瀏覽資歷名冊網頁: http://www.hkqr.gov.hk

* 本課程[基礎翡翠檢測及評級證書(資歷架構第三級)]在資歷架構下獲得認可(資歷架構第三級)。

有關詳情請瀏覽持續進修基金網頁：https://www.wfsfaa.gov.hk/cef/tc/index.htm

Tuition Fee
HK$13,800
Commencement Date:
30 hours of face-to-face instruction; 4 hours of assessment time; 49.5 hours of self-study, totaling 83.5 hours.
Language:
Chinese
Pre-requisite:
• Completion of New Senior Secondary (NSS) Form 6 or the old academic system Form 5 or an equivalent academic qualification ; and • At least 1 year of work experience in the jewellery industry; or • Completion of a course on general knowledge of gemstones; or • Passing an entrance exam on general gemstone knowledge.