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NAJA Launches New Education Website

It allows NAJA to post announcements and updates.

Published

4 years ago

April 22, 2020

INSTORE Staff

(PRESS RELEASE) The National Association of Jewelry Appraisers took an exciting leap under the visionary leadership of the Chair of Education, Deborah J. Finleon, GIA GG, Certified Master Appraiser and Chair of Education. NAJA announces the launch of a new landing page for the NAJA Appraisal Studies Course.

This new gathering place allows NAJA education to post announcements, let students know when updates to the course have been made, and to easily share items of interest with all students. Some of the new features include:

A clear outline of the NAJAeducation offerings, with one-click access to enrollment
Updates and access to our Continuing Education offerings, as they become available
A blog with articles covering everything from USPAP updates to ways to make your appraisal reports better
Information about NAJA membership and a link to the main NAJA site
Access to your course portal

The new access portal located at www.naja-asc.com will assist the appraisal study students in navigating their professionalism. “Although the existing website provides the actual link to the Appraisal Studies Course material, we wanted to offer students more than just access. Now we are able to deliver even more timely updates, share relevant news and articles, and – going forward – link to continuing education to assist the appraiser in providing excellent products and service,” said Finleon.

The National Association of Jewelry Appraisers is the largest membership association specializing exclusive in gem and jewelry appraising and related appraisal issues. NAJA offers education and networking opportunities with knowledgeable appraisal professionals. For further information and interviews, please contact Gail Brett Levine, GIA GG, executive director.

The National Association of Jewelry Appraisers, P. O. Box 18, Rego Park, NY 11374, 718.896.1536, naja.appraisers@netzero.net, www.NAJAappraisers.com

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