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Diploma of Jewellery and Object Design
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MEM50322
Your mastery of precious metals, stones, and complex design processes represents a significant professional investment in your craft. We are currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to facilitate a streamlined recognition pathway for this qualification. Register your interest to be notified as soon as we can guide your experience toward formal recognition.
About This Qualification
This qualification defines the skills and knowledge required to apply design processes and technical production skills to the design and manufacture of custom-made jewellery and objects. It is typically used to develop skills and knowledge in jewellery enterprises. Skills gained from the qualification may be applied to specialist jewellery and object design briefs, including heritage jewellery, theatre and film commissions, exhibitions and churchware, as well one-off individual client briefs. Assessment of some units of competency must, where indicated, include evidence of the candidate's performance in a functioning workplace where there is a sufficient range of appropriate tasks and materials to cover the scope of application of those units. All outcomes must reflect the standard of performance inherent in the job. In some jurisdictions, units in this qualification may relate to licensing or regulatory requirements. Licensing and regulatory information is included in the relevant units of competency. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication. Local regulations should be checked.
Qualification Code
MEM50322
Training Package
MEM — Manufacturing and Engineering
AQF Level
Diploma
Total Units
26 (6 core + 20 elective)
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
National Register
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Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Jewellery Designer | Translating artistic concepts and client requirements into custom-made jewellery and small objects. |
| Object Designer | Applying technical production skills to create specialized items for exhibitions, film, or heritage contexts. |
| Bespoke Manufacturing Jeweller | Managing the end-to-end design and manufacture of one-off individual client briefs in a commercial workshop. |
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Could RPL Be Right for You?
Experience can be evidence.
RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.
RPL typically involves:
A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements
Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency
Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation
If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise
ℹ️ Important Pathway Advice
RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.
Our approach:
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What Kind of Experience Counts?
If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:
Work History & Roles
- ✓Comprehensive CV detailing jewellery workshop experience
- ✓Detailed position descriptions for designer roles
- ✓Records of specialist commissions for film or heritage
Design Portfolios
- ✓Sketches and technical renderings of custom pieces
- ✓CAD design files and object design briefs
- ✓Documentation of creative work realisation
Technical Production
- ✓Photographic evidence of finished jewellery and objects
- ✓Material quality assessments and sourcing logs
- ✓Workshop safety and environmental practice records
Client & Professional Feedback
- ✓Client testimonials for bespoke commissions
- ✓Reference letters from workshop managers or RTOs
- ✓Exhibition catalogues or gallery contracts
This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.
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Related Qualifications
Other qualifications in the Manufacturing and Engineering.
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