Careers & education

Supporting your jewellery journey

At the NAJ we are committed to helping individuals and organisations build a brighter future with professional development, insight and opportunity.

The NAJ is here for both business owners, and individuals looking to develop in the Jewellery industry.

Jewellery Careers Qualifications Apprenticeships

Jewellery Education and Training (JET) Quicklinks

NAJ also has a range of practical Short Courses and regularly lists job vacancies posted by members.

Developing the sector

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Short Courses

NAJ short courses support you and your jewellery journey to enhance skills, develop confidence and help stimulate growth.

Did you know?

Most of our short courses are offered online, and those that aren't are 'hands on' and run by leading industry experts.

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Looking for a job in the Jewellery sector?

Curious what roles are available in the jewellery industry? Check out our handy guide.

View Jewellery Careers

View the latest vacancies posted by members and supporters of the Association. Job roles posted include retail, manufacturing, sales, business and administrative functions.

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Why study with us?

✔ Up to date courses and qualifications to accommodate all experience levels
✔ Fully supported by experienced tutors with a wealth of experience in the industry
✔ Delivered by The National Association of Jewellers, in partnership with Awards for Training in Higher Education (ATHE), our qualifications are used and trusted by the sector, giving you the confidence and knowledge to help progress your jewellery career
✔ Developed by jewellers, for jewellers
✔ May be eligible for part of full funding, depending on eligibility - we are here to help individuals on their career journeys, no matter what their background or situation

If you need more advice, or if you'd like to discuss multiple learners progressing through programmes at any one time, request a call back from one of our team.

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Not sure which course is right for you?

Take our handy questionnaire to discover the perfect qualification for your experience level and development goals.

Which JET course is right for me?

Education Partners

Our Education Providers’ Programme brings together the jewellery industry’s high flyers in education and training to provide business owners and their staff, from retailers to designer-makers and service providers, with a comprehensive package of training provision to cover all of their needs.

The programme features training specialists in specific fields and organisations offering courses that complement the NAJ’s industry-leading JET courses.

AnchorCert Academy

Gemmological Association of Great Britain

Gemological Institute of America

British Academy of Jewellery

British Horological Institute

NAJ members can take advantage of special rates with the following training providers. To access the discounts click on the links below and you will be re-directed to the Members area

Birmingham School of Jewellery

IIDGR Education - Diamond Foundation Course

Education Awards

The NAJ Education Awards recognise JET students in the splendour of the historic and prestigious Goldsmiths' Livery Hall.

All JET students who attend the Awards pose for the infamous Goldsmiths' Hall stairs photo (below image).

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Why study with us

Apprenticeships

The NAJ Education team are on hand to help you make progress with your jewellery journey, whether that be as an employer or an employee. You may be looking for something different to the Jewellery Education and Training (JET) programmes the Association delivers for the jewellery industry, so it's always a good idea to contact team who can provide you with information, and sign post you to providers that can help, even if the Association can't.

The Education team has put together a helpful mythbusting guide to make sure your understanding of Apprenticeships in the UK is right up to date, and you're informed as to where to go next.

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Business mentoring

Our mentoring programme connects individuals to experienced industry representatives. As well as helping you with your business plan our mentors can advise you on a range of topics from sourcing and manufacturing to marketing. This service is available free of charge to all our members.

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