JA Certification gives jewelry professionals identifiable status within the trade and increased marketability among consumers. By evaluating jewelry professionals according to nationally recognized standards, JA Certification boosts consumer trust and confidence in your employees, your store, and the jewelry industry.

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JA created the Bench Jeweler Certification program as a standardized method to gauge their skill level. Bench Jewelers may obtain certification in one of four designations: JA Certified Bench Jeweler Technician (CBJT); JA Certified Bench Jeweler (CBJ); JA Certified Senior Bench Jeweler (CSBJ); and JA Certified Master Bench Jeweler (CMBJ). JA Certification is an exam process, not a course, assessing existing expertise. Each level requires a written and practical bench test. The written test includes questions on technical topics, while the practical bench test incorporates tasks like repairing, sizing and soldering, taken at the candidate’s own bench.

While Bench Jewelers may enter the certification program at any level, the Master Bench Jeweler designation requires participants to take a prerequisite exam before the Master Bench Jeweler level certification test if they have not previously passed the Senior Bench Jeweler tests. The Bench Jeweler Certification program is open to all bench jewelers in the industry. JA members pay reduced fees. Cost varies dependent on level. JA provides a free Bench Jeweler Certification Program Guide, describing the subject matter covered in each certification level, pricing, selection of an exam proctor, grading procedure and other pertinent information. Certified Bench Jewelers receive an official certificate, distinctive lapel pin and press release for their local newspaper, courtesy of JA.

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The JA Management Professional Certification program appraises the aptitude of jewelry store assistant managers, managers and owners. The Management Professional Certification program is open to employees of JA member stores who have worked as assistant managers, store managers or owners/managers for at least one year. For more information, login to the Members section, and visit "Professional Development."

Candidates may acquire certification in two levels based on skill, experience and industry knowledge: JA Certified Management Professional (CMP); and JA Certified Senior Management Professional (CSMP). Evaluation covers store management knowledge according to nationally accepted standards. JA Certification is an exam process, not a course, assessing existing expertise.

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The JA Sales Professional Certification program evaluates a jewelry sales professional’s proficiency. The Sales Professional Certification program is open to employees at JA member stores who have worked one year or more as a sales professional in the jewelry industry. Depending on their experience, sales professionals may demonstrate skills by successfully completing certification in one of two levels: JA Certified Sales Professional (CSP); and JA Certified Senior Sales Professional (CSSP). For more information, login to the Members section, and visit "Professional Development."

This program evaluates jewelry sales professionals’ knowledge based on nationally accepted standards. First level completion earns a candidate the JA Certified Sales Professional (CSP) title, designed for sales professionals with one year’s experience covering product knowledge and customer service. The second level, JA Certified Senior Sales Professional (CSSP), requires deeper sales skills and understanding, covering additional topics like Risk Management and store operations.