Professional Golf Management provides students with expert instruction in golf shop operations, facility management, tournament administration, rules of golf, turf science, golf car fleet management and golf instruction. The program is an accredited USGA member training facility and staffed by Class A PGA golf professionals. Upon completion of the course content and a two-quarter cooperative training internship at an approved golf facility, the student is uniquely prepared for a variety of career paths in field of professional golf management. The program was developed in cooperation with regional golf professionals representing a wide variety of golf facilities; curriculum is maintained with oversight by an advisory committee comprised of local and regional industry members.

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Mission

To provide comprehensive technical programs and career training to improve the lives and livelihood of qualified and willing students in the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

• Develop marketable technical and interpersonal skills in the trade, resulting in career placement.
  
• Acquire appropriate licenses, certificates, and degrees upon exiting Walla Walla Community College.
  
• Provide relevant training through hands-on and field experience to prepare the students for industry.
  
• Develop analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities through instructional labs, projects, and testing.
  
• Provide training in environmental and work place safety that meets appropriate industry standards.

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Degree Options

Students may earn an Associate in Applied Arts and Sciences Degree in Professional Golf Management upon completion of the course content and a two-quarter cooperative training internship at an approved golf facility. A Professional Golf Management Certificate is available upon completion of the first year of the program.

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Entrance Requirements

Students are required to have a golf background, letters of recommendation and instructor permission before entering the program. A placement test offered by the Student Development Center must be completed prior to admittance to the program.

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Certification

Walla Walla Community College's Professional Golf Management program is a fully accredited USGA member training facility and staffed by Class A Certified PGA Golf Professionals.

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Career Opportunities

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Other Information

For additional information including regional employment data, completion rates, student characteristics, and employment see http://www.wtb.wa.gov/etp.