Jewelry makers and metal workers practice transformation. Silver, gold, gemstones, iron, and steel become works of art, tools, and much more. Students in MPC’s Jewelry and Metal Arts program learn a wide range of historical and modern skills and graduate with a well-rounded body of work demonstrating readiness for an array of commercial pursuits.
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Staff DirectoryAn Eye for Design and Hands-On Job Skills
Program graduates often enter careers requiring creative problem-solving, an eye for
design and detailed hand skill mastery. Some go on to design and sell their own goods;
others work in repair, conservation, or appraisal. Some graduates have used the practical
skills and aesthetic sensibilities honed through their coursework as a foundation
from which to start their own businesses in other fields.
8
Classes to Certificate
22
Average Class Size
146%
Annual Growth on Etsy
Crafting an Artisanal Career
"Taking jewelry classes was a life changing decision for me. I learned basic jewelry
skills and fell in love with jewelry making. I’ve continued learning and making jewelry;
it’s my career. I’m a successful jewelry artist now."
Olga Sitnik
MPC Alumni
Degrees or Certificates to Choose From
Coursework including stone setting, enameling, metal casting, soldering, chain making,
and tin smithing. Projects involve artistic design and expression, technical and manual
skill building, and problem solving.
Associate in Arts Degree
Jewelry & Metal Arts
Certificate of Achievement
Jewelry & Metal Arts
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