Gemmological Association of Australia (GAA) - Victoria

The Gemmological Association of Australia, Victoria Division is a professional and educational organisation supporting gemmologists, jewellers, valuers, gemstone enthusiasts and jewellery industry professionals throughout Victoria. Based at Gemmology House in West Melbourne, the division provides specialist education, industry resources and opportunities for professional development in gemmology, diamonds and jewellery.

The Victorian Division offers access to a range of gemmological facilities, including standard gem testing equipment, a dedicated diamond laboratory, a fluorescing mineral museum and displays of gemstones and related materials. Gemmology House also includes a specialist library, lecture and meeting rooms and facilities capable of accommodating both smaller groups and larger educational sessions.

Courses available through the Victorian Division and Gem-Ed Australia cover a broad range of jewellery and gemstone subjects. These include the Diploma in Gemmology, Diploma in Diamond Technology, practical diamond grading, natural and laboratory-grown diamonds, jewellery sketching and design, antique jewellery, pearls, crystals and introductory gemmology. Tailored gemstone and diamond training can also be provided for jewellery businesses and their staff.

Through education, practical training, membership and industry engagement, the GAA Victoria Division helps strengthen gemmological knowledge and professional standards within Victoria’s jewellery sector. Its West Melbourne facilities provide an important hub for students, graduates, practising gemmologists and others seeking to expand their understanding of gemstones, diamonds and jewellery.