Gold & Precious Metals Training Course
Precious metals are ancient, regulated, and deeply rewarding. But in South Africa, you cannot legally buy, sell or work with them without a Precious Metals Jeweller’s Permit (PMJ). This Gold Training Course gives you the knowledge, the certificate, and the full permit guidance to operate with confidence.
Gold, silver,
platinum, palladium.
Master them all.
The good news: the pathway is clear, and we walk you through every step. Through our partnership with DiamGold Academy, the Gold & Precious Metals Training Course is structured as a complete compliance solution — theory, practical skill, and permit application, all in one place.
You don’t need to figure out the requirements on your own. We’ve done that for hundreds of students before you.
The Legal Reality in South Africa
There is no
“gold licence”.
There is the PMJ.
Many people enter the precious metals space not knowing that South Africa has strict regulations governing who can legally buy, sell, or work with gold, silver, platinum and palladium. The law is clear — and the consequences of operating without a permit are serious.
Important — Know Before You Trade
Buying, selling or dealing in precious metals without a valid Precious Metals Jeweller’s Permit (PMJ) is a criminal offence under the Diamonds and Precious Metals Regulator of South Africa Act. The PMJ is not optional — it is your legal licence to operate. today.
Choose Your Learning Path
Online or in-person.
Both lead to your PMJ.
Whether you study at your own pace from home or come to Margate for three days of hands-on training, you cover the same curriculum, earn the same internationally recognised certificate, and receive the same PMJ permit assistance. Choose what suits your life.
Study From Anywhere
Online Self-Paced Course
R8,500
- ✓Complete Gold & Precious Metals curriculum
- ✓Lifetime access to all digital course materials
- ✓Internationally recognised certificate
- ✓PMJ permit application assistance
- ✓WhatsApp mentoring support
- ✓Study on any device at any time
- ✓No travel required
Hands-on . Margate KZN
3-Day In-Person Training
R13,500
- ✓Everything in the Online Course, plus:
- ✓3-day intensive hands-on training with real metals
- ✓Expert instructor guidance throughout
- ✓Small classes — personal attention guaranteed
- ✓Practical testing and assaying with real equipment
- ✓DiamGold Academy presented
- ✓Networking with fellow industry professionals
- ✓All course materials included
Presented in Partnership
CXD × DiamGold.
The family behind
precious metals education.
CXD Diamond Education and DiamGold Academy are not two separate organisations that happened to partner. They are two sides of the same family — built by Corlia and Evan Roberts, and carried forward by their daughter Xanchia.
Evan Roberts founded DiamGold Academy to provide South Africa with world-class precious metals and jewellery manufacturing training. Together, CXD and DiamGold form the complete compliance pathway for anyone entering the precious metals trade — from theory and regulation through to hands-on skill and permit application.
When you train with us, you’re not choosing between two providers. You’re getting a family that has lived this industry since 1998, from every angle.
Full Course Curriculum
From the earth
to the market.
Everything in between.
This course covers the complete precious metals value chain — geology, testing, regulation, and real-world trade — across four core modules. Whether you choose the online or in-person pathway, you cover the same comprehensive curriculum.
Gold Fundamentals
- Properties and characteristics of gold
- Karat systems and purity grading (9ct, 14ct, 18ct, 24ct)
- Gold market dynamics and global pricing
- Authentication methods and fraud detection
- Hallmarking and assay standards
- Gold as investment — bullion, coins, jewellery
Silver, Platinum & Palladium
- Silver grades, fineness and testing methods
- Platinum properties, hallmarks and applications
- Palladium — the rising metal and its market role
- Alloy compositions and their applications
- Comparative market trends and investment potential
- How to distinguish and test all four metals in the field
Legal & Regulatory Framework
- The South African Precious Metals Act — what it means for you
- PMJ permit requirements and the application process
- SADPMR compliance and record-keeping obligations
- Import and export regulations for precious metals
- How to operate a compliant precious metals business
- Penalties and consequences for non-compliance
Practical Applications & Testing
- Acid testing and XRF assaying techniques
- Quality control procedures and documentation
- Working with scrap gold — evaluation and pricing
- Manufacturing processes and metal behaviour
- Buying and selling — pricing strategy for precious metals
- Business applications, record-keeping and client management
Start Your Journey
Gold has been precious
for five thousand years.
Your permit is valid for five.
WhatsApp us to find out which path is right for you — online or in-person — and we’ll walk you through everything from enrolment to PMJ submission. No complicated forms, no guesswork.
ONLINE
R8,500
IN-PERSON
R13,500 · 3 Days
LOCATION
Margate, KZN
PMJ ASSISTANCE
Included in Both
SUPPORT
WhatsApp Mentoring
The Four Precious Metals
Au. Ag. Pt. Pd.
Know them all.
Most people know gold. Far fewer understand the full precious metals family — and the distinct knowledge required for each. This course covers all four in depth.
Au
The world’s oldest store of value. Learn karat systems, purity testing, hallmarking, market pricing and fraud detection for the most traded precious metal on earth.
Ag
Sterling, Britannia, fine silver — each grade with its own testing profile. Learn how silver behaves differently to gold in the market, in alloys, and under acid test.
Pt
Rarer than gold and increasingly valuable. Understand platinum’s unique properties, its role in fine jewellery and industrial applications, and how to authenticate it reliably.
Pd
The fastest-rising metal in the precious metals family. Learn why palladium matters, how it’s used, and what its growing market presence means for dealers and jewellers.
One course.
Six industries.
Endless doors.
The PMJ permit and the knowledge behind it opens doors across the precious metals economy — from jewellery retail to pawnbroking to investment. Here’s where our graduates build their careers and businesses.
Jewellery Manufacturing
Master the metallurgy, regulation and testing behind quality jewellery production. Your PMJ is your legal licence to work with the metals.
Retail Jewellery
Serve customers with real knowledge — purity, hallmarks, testing, value. Build trust that turns browsers into buyers.
Antiques & Vintage
Authenticate and value precious metal antiques with confidence. Know what you’re looking at before you make an offer.
Investing
Understand the market fundamentals of gold, silver, platinum and palladium — and how to invest intelligently in each.
Specimen Collecting
Identify, evaluate and price gold specimens, nuggets and raw ore with the eye of a trained professional.
Pawnbroking
Accurately assess precious metal items for loans — protect your business with reliable testing and valuation skills.
Common Questions
Everything you want
to know before you start.
No! Our course is designed for complete beginners. We start with the fundamentals and build your knowledge step by step.
Yes, you’ll receive an internationally recognized certificate that’s valued by employers and industry professionals worldwide.
We provide guidance on the South African Precious Metals Act requirements, help with compiling application forms and supporting documents, and advise on compliance procedures.
The online course is self-paced with lifetime access. Most students complete it within 5-7 days, but you can take as long as needed.
Our hands-on courses are held in Margate KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Specific venue details are provided upon enrollment.
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