Currently, a dozen job seekers registered with SEFI are taking part in a specialized training program delivered by FPS Formation at the Centre des Métiers de la Nacre et de la Perle (CMNP) in Rangiroa for the 2011/2012 session.

A Comprehensive and Immersive Training Program

Welcomed by representatives of the Ministry of Pearl Farming, the Pearl Farming Service, and the Maison de la Perle, the trainees were introduced to the inner workings of the industry. The visit, organized between the quality control unit and the Maison de la Perle headquarters, highlighted the crucial steps of grading and marketing cultured pearls.

The young participants were also educated about quality control procedures, including the use of X-ray machines to verify the minimum thickness of the nacre layer — a guarantee of authenticity and value.

A Strong Message from Minister Temauri Foster

While on a trip to New Caledonia, Minister of Pearl Farming Temauri Foster sent a message of encouragement to the trainees. He reminded them that success in this sector requires “skill, hard work, dedication, willpower, and motivation.”

Promising Prospects Despite Industry Challenges

From oyster production to the profession of pearl grafter, the industry offers numerous opportunities for specialization. Professional training remains a crucial step for entering the workforce or creating one’s own pearl farm.

Despite the current economic challenges, the trainees are driven by the ambition to shape the most beautiful Polynesian gems of tomorrow.

The Key Role of the CMNP

Funded by the 5th European Development Fund, the CMNP has established itself as a vital player in training for pearl farming professions. It currently hosts 23 student trainees, all determined to write a new chapter in the pearl-farming history of French Polynesia.