The American Gem Society (AGS) credentials and designations were designed to help clients better understand the qualifications of the jewelry professionals they work with throughout their jewelry-buying journey. Earning them is a benefit of AGS membership that sets you apart.
Whether you’ve earned a designation—Certified Sales Associate (CSA) or Jewelry Evaluation Advisor (JEA)—or a credential, from the Registered Jeweler (RJ) and Registered Supplier (RS) to the Certified Gemologist (CG), Certified Gemologist Appraiser (CGA), or our most advanced, the Advanced Certified Gemologist Appraiser (ACGA)—each one reflects a commitment to your clients and your profession. To achieve and maintain any AGS designation or credential, members must uphold the Society’s code of ethics and recertify each year.
That ongoing education pays off in real ways. When clients see that you’re proactive about your training and can apply that knowledge to their buying experience, it builds trust. And trust has a way of turning casual clients into lifelong ones.
The annual recertification exam keeps your knowledge current, not just to maintain your title, but so every client conversation is backed by the most up-to-date industry knowledge. Standards evolve. Industry practices are refined. Consumer questions get more sophisticated. Recertification ensures you’re equipped to meet all of it.
If you’re an AGS member who holds a professional credential or designation, keep an eye on your inbox. The annual recertification exam is set to launch in mid-June 2026, and you’ll receive everything you need to get started.
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