PGM

Re: PGM

John L — Sun, 20 Sep 2015 14:43:37 GMT

I have had a person very high up in the golf world tell me that because golf is a dying sport, you do not necessarily need a PGM degree to get a job in the golf business.

Re: PGM

19hole — Thu, 17 Sep 2015 16:33:39 GMT

The PGM program is very good for someone that has not attended college and wants both a degree and their PGA Class A membership. If you have already received your degree, then I think it would be best to go through the PGA Apprentice Program. You will learn from a current PGA Class A professional, attend a number of schools and participate in "check points" as you progress. It usually takes 2-3 years, but I have known of a very few that have done it in less than 2. The work experience requirements do change from time to time but this link is the most current information.....

http://jobfinder.pga.org/helpwanted/empcenter/pgaandyou/pro.cfm?ctc=1678

Re: PGM

Cody C — Wed, 16 Sep 2015 14:30:47 GMT

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I could be wrong, but I thought you also learned things like turf management in the PGM program. That might be something to consider as well. Honestly, I'm not much of an expert, I just have a couple of friends who went through the program. I guess you could say I know enough about the program to be dangerous. haha. If you're serious about (and financially able to) going back to school, I would call a couple of the universities and just see what they offer and how your current degree applies. They might offer benefits that would make it worth going back to school and your degree might shave enough time off the program to sway your decision. Or you might not really get any more out of it than you would working at a golf course. Either way, good luck!

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Thanks for the apply. I just may look into it. I may be int he same situation as you. Enough to be dangerous ha.

Re: PGM

tdogg21 — Wed, 16 Sep 2015 14:09:41 GMT

Re: PGM

Cath D. — Wed, 16 Sep 2015 13:30:29 GMT

Yes, - the requirement is that you have to work full time under a PGA Class A who is supervising your work so working at a golf course or range with a PGA Class A would be sufficient. You can also work at a store, but there has to be a PGA member who can supervise you there. https://www.pga.org/articles/steps-become-pga-professional-through-apprentice-program

Re: PGM

Cody C — Wed, 16 Sep 2015 11:57:47 GMT

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Does anyone on here have any experience with getting a PGM degree? I have a secondary history education degree from Appalachian State University. Does having a degree cut off any of the time needed to complete PGM? I know for certain I could pass PAT but just looking to find out some information or hear some voices of people who might know more than me.

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Hi Cody, If you are trying to get your PGA Class A and want to get into the golf course business of being a head pro, GM, Director of Golf, Club fitter or Instructor, you can go through the PGA program as an apprentice working at a golf course or golf shop. The PGM program is a program that works with university students to get their degree while they work on their Class A requirements. Since you already have your degree, that's probably not the best route for you unless you want to get another degree in something else.

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That makes a lot more sense. So technically I would not need to go through the PGM program. I would just need to complete the requirements for a PGA Class A and work through the apprenticeship program.

Re: PGM

Cath D. — Tue, 15 Sep 2015 21:39:15 GMT

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Re: PGM

tdogg21 — Tue, 15 Sep 2015 19:10:53 GMT

I know a couple of people who have gone through the program. They all liked it. Not sure about your degree helping. It will all depend on how long ago you received your degree and how that individual school handles that. I would think if you have a recent degree, it should at least cover most of your gen eds. That could potentially cut a year or two off the process. Best bet would be to call the university you plan to apply to and ask.