Becoming a qualified PGA professional
The PGA Trainee Program is ideal both male and female golfers who have a passion for a career in golf.
PGA Trainees work alongside fully qualified PGA members and receive practical work experience and on-the-job training at approved golf facilities around the country.
In addition to developing real skills for the workplace, PGA Trainees also receive nationally accredited qualifications in a variety of vocational disciplines.
QualificationsGraduates of the PGA Trainee Program are eligible for the following certifications and accreditations:
CourseStructureStudies in the Trainee Program are a combination of on-the-job training, block release training schools, distance and on-line education.
AcademicSubjectsKey academic program areas for the 2016 program include:
These areas of study are designed to provide a well rounded generalist qualification and industry specific skills for the golf professional. Further specialist study in your area of interest may be available as part of the PGA Professional Development Program.
Practical Playing RequirementProfessional tournament lay is an integral component of the PGA Trainee Program. Throughout the program, Trainees are required to complete in a number of professional events to ensure they retain a professional playing standard.
There is a wide variety of playing opportunities for Trainees such as:
A minimum of twenty (20) rounds per year is used to calculate an adjusted playing average and successful completion of the playing requirement is contingent on achieving the required average in each of three (3) separate playing periods.
Job OutcomesEmployment opportunities for graduates of the PGA Trainee Program include
Some members also transition into golf management or other industry related roles and seek additional skills through the completion of continuing education programs or external content.
For more information about the PGA Trainee Program please contact the PGA Academy on (09) 4886617 or Email: josh.longney@pga.org.nz
Admission RequirementsTo be eligible for the 2017 PGA Trainee Program applicants must:
Course FeesIn 2015 the yearly fee for the PGA Traineeship was $4789 Therefore, future applicants for the program can expect a yearly fee approximately the same price.
Application ProcessAll applications must be received by the PGA Academy at the PGA Office no later than 31 August 2016.
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