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Jewelry making is an ancient art that’s alive and well today. If you see yourself creating and restoring ageless treasures as a professional jeweler, Austin Community College’s Jewelry Department<\/strong> can provide the knowledge and skills you need. Our hands-on instruction at the jewelry bench includes time-honored techniques in fabrication, lost-wax casting, and repair; as well as access to state-of-the-art equipment and computer aided design (CAD) technology. With decades of experience in every corner of the market, our faculty will give you the foundation for success.<\/span><\/p>\n At ACC’s Jewelry Department, you can earn:<\/p>\n The jewelry industry has changed a lot in recent years, but one thing is for sure: jewelry making is here to stay, and there will always be a demand for skilled and talented jewelers.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_cta title=”Follow us on Instagram!” button_url=”http:\/\/www.instagram.com\/accjewelry” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”@accjewelry” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ header_font=”|600|||||||” background_color=”#6f51b5″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#2ead8b 0%|#1a7da8 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#2ead8b” background_color_gradient_end=”#1a7da8″ module_alignment=”center” link_option_url=”www.instagram.com\/accjewelry” link_option_url_new_window=”on” border_radii=”on|20px|20px|20px|20px” border_color_all=”#990c0c” box_shadow_style=”preset6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n We love to repost the excellent work of our students and teachers, as well as keep you up-to-date on upcoming events.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_cta][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ text_font=”|800|||||||” header_font=”|700|||||||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n All classes are available as both credit and continuing education.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Have questions about the enrollment process? 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Our class sizes are kept small, so you can get personalized help with your projects.<\/p>\n We know that each student has a unique vision, and we strive to work within that vision, while stilling ensuring that essential skills are taught to the highest standards.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.8em” header_line_height=”1.8em” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n We get straight to the point and start with the creation of actual jewelry for our very first projects. Students typically complete several pieces of finished jewelry in our introductory class, Jewelry Techniques 1<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Leave the class with homework that you can’t wait to share with your friends and family.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/jewelry\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/06\/hammered-ring-on-mandrel-scaled-e1750879175347.jpeg” title_text=”hammered-ring-on-mandrel” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/jewelry\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/06\/ingot-pour2-e1750879711806.jpg” title_text=”ingot-pour2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.8em” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n Our Jewelry Level 1 Certificate<\/a><\/strong> can be earned in as few as four classes, giving you recognition for your hard work. Continue your journey in jewelry-making by pursuing the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Jewelry<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n Up for an even bigger challenge? Show off your refined skills by earning the Jewelry Enhanced Skills Certificate<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.8em” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n All of our credit classes can also be taken as Continuing Education, giving maximum flexibility for anyone that isn’t interested in pursuing an award. 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