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Why the PGA Degree looks good on your CV

Daniel Naudo’s varied career has been characterised by hard work, ambition and an unquenchable thirst for personal and professional development. Here, Daniel outlines his eventful, rewarding journey while highlighting the value of The PGA qualification.

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What to expect from a PGA Qualifications Open Day

Over 80 prospective students and their families gathered at PING House for the latest PGA Qualifications Open Day, where attendees had the chance to tour the facilities and meet our dedicated PGA Education team.

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From Premier League star to PGA Professional

Following a football career in which he earned 65 caps for Nigeria, former Premier League striker Peter Odemwingie graduated as a PGA Member last month. We asked him to outline his future plans now that he can lay claim to excelling in not one but two sports.

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How to become an expert custom fitter

Fleetwood’s Dan Skelcher is one of of the leading golf club custom fitters in the UK - here he explains what goes in to becoming an expert in this field.

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From rugby star to PGA Professional

Charlie Sadler’s story is one of two halves. Read how a young man put back together the pieces of his life to become a PGA Professional, sharing his knowledge of elite-level sport with future golf stars at Culford School and beyond.

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How to turn your passion for golf into your profession

Canada native Ethan would regularly hurtle around on the rink as he immersed himself in the national sport of ice hockey. But golf became his consuming passion and, ultimately, his profession as a serious injury led to him focusing his energies on a more genteel pursuit.

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What is a Director of Golf?

In the world of golf, there's a key player working behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly: the Director of Golf. But what exactly does this title mean? In this article, we'll break down what a Director of Golf actually does, from managing operations to leading the team.

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A step-by-step guide to applying for a PGA Course

This step-by-step guide is designed to walk you through the process of applying for a PGA qualification, providing you with clear instructions to help you navigate the application process successfully.

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10 Best Things About Being A PGA Professional

The modern PGA professional benefits from a raft of opportunities to develop work and life skills and can enjoy a long career in an arena they enjoy. Aside from playing, and working within golf, they have the chance to specialise, to travel, to socialise and, perhaps most rewardingly, to help others.

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How to become a PGA Professional

PGA professionals play a key role in growing the game, have multiple career options and can play competitively. Find out how to become a PGA Professional in the UK.

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How to become a Master Club Fitting Specialist

PGA Professional Nick Drane, who has worked in the golf industry for over 10 years and worked at some of the world's best golf clubs, talks through his experience of the PGA Training Programme and how his career has led him to the Titleist Performance Centre at Woburn.

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From Olympic Bronze to PGA Professional

Former Team GB Hockey Player and Olympic bronze medallist Chloe Rogers talks through her transition into her career as a PGA Professional and her journey to her current role at Acushnet.

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What it’s like to be a PGA Trainee

Turning professional and embarking on the PGA training programme is a huge step on the career ladder to becoming a qualified professional. We spoke to PGA trainee Charlotte Dack about her experience as a PGA Trainee based at a busy driving range.

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The life of a Head Pro in Abu Dhabi

There’s no doubt that the PGA Training Programme is a gateway to the world and it’s taken Dublin native Amy Condon all the way to Abu Dhabi Golf Club where she is the Head PGA Professional.

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