Jewellery & Watch Repair Training Courses

6 Trainess Max

Tools Provided

Optional Modules

Flexible Payment

Introduction

The Jewellers Academy's courses are designed to cover all skill levels, whether a trainee is interested in learning a new trade or upskilling an existing skill set, we can provide this learning. Our courses cover a wide range of subjects providing high quality training so you can produce high quality work. Courses are structured and run in groups of 6 students. In special circumstances bespoke one to one or small group training can be arranged. Please contact us for details.

Jewellery Repair & Restoration Goldsmithing

Level 3 | 40 Week Course

Our 40 week 'Repair & Restoration Goldsmithing' Level 3 course focuses on jewellery repair and restoration. Trainees attend the workshop one day per week with set modules to be learned and optional modules to tailor the course to you. You can read an overview of the course following the link below. Prices include all materials used and required for the course, and all prices and tuition fees can be found on the prospectus which can also be downloaded below.

Jewellery Repair Courses

All Short Courses

Our short courses focus on jewellery & watch repair and restoration. Trainees attend courses for 2-4 days depending on the course. You can read an overview of the short courses following the link below. Prices include all materials used and required for the course, and all course prices and tuition fees can be found on the short course prospectus which can also be downloaded below.

Jewellery Trade Courses

General Watch Repair Course

Each of the 3 days are structured to include basic theory and although the course is 99% practical based the theory explained is essential informative knowledge that is required for successful completion on the course and retains a high level of training.

Watchmaking Courses

Silversmithing Experience EVENING

The Jewellers Academy has decided to open its doors to the general public to give the opportunity to anyone who would like to try silversmithing. Sessions will take place at 6pm - 9pm Wednesday & Thursday evenings beginning 17th January 2024. Tickets are normally RRP £99 each, but the Academy has made 100 places available discounted to £79 per ticket

Silversmithing Experience Evening

COURSE FAQ's

What is the jewellers academy?

We are a private specialist training centre providing training and upskilling focusing on repair and restoration around all allied trades related to the UK jewellery industry, including goldsmithing, Gemology, Watchmaking, engraving, CAD Design, diamond setting etc.
HOW ARE THE COURSES DELIVERED?

All our courses are currently delivered in person so you can learn with the necessary equipment that we provide.
WHERE DO THE COURSES TAKE PLACE?

All our courses take place at our specialist training workshop based in Bridlington, East Yorkshire.
HOW IS THE WORKSHOP ACCESSED?

Please be aware, our workshop is located on the first and second floor and the only access is via stairs.
WHEN DO YOU RUN COURSES?

At present we run two 40 week Repair & Restoration courses in an academic year, we generally interview in November and begin the course in January, we will increase classes in 2025. The longer courses are delivered on a Thursday or a Friday (1 day per week), the short courses are delivered periodically on Mon-Wed in either consecutive days or 1 day per week. You will find upcoming dates for each course on their respective pages as and when they are announced.
HOW MUCH DO COURSES COST?

The cost varies depending on the course. A range of short courses are available ranging from 1-4 days, as well as a longer 40 week course. You can view the courses above and once you have found the course you're interested in you can download the prospectus with the course details and pricing.
Do you need previous experience?

Some courses may have a mandatory prerequisite and you may need to carry out a bench test to ensure a certain skill level.
Did you just win a national award?

Yes we were recently awarded a national award for 'service supplier of the year 2023 ' at the Retail Jeweller National Jewellery Awards for our training courses delivered to the UK jewellery Industry, something we are very proud of.
Do you receive a qualification on completion?

The 40 week course trainees, if successful after a series of bench tests, will be awarded a ' Certified Repair & Restoration Goldsmith ' level 3 this is accredited by our Industry affiliates and the Jewellers Academy quality reputation. We do not believe in creating a worthless Diploma Cert and pretending this will be recognized within the trade as it won't. All short courses completed by the trainee will receive a completion certificate.
Is there a best student award?

Yes one trainee from the long courses will be awarded £1500 worth of tools and equipment for achieving best trainee.
Do you deliver staff and team training?

Yes whether 1 person or groups multiples of 6 we can help. whether specialised or more of a team building exercise over several days we can help .....just drop us a line with your requirements and we will come back to you