A step-by-step guide to applying for a PGA Course
Embarking on a career as a PGA Professional is an exciting journey filled with opportunities for growth, skill development, and passion pursuit. Whether you aspire to become an elite player, coach, or pursue a career in golf management, obtaining a qualification from The PGA is a significant step towards realising your ambitions.
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. From exploring available qualifications to enrolling on your course and ultimately graduating, each stage of your journey is outlined to ensure you're well-equipped to pursue your goals.
1. Visit the PGA Qualifications Website
Start your journey by visiting the PGA Qualifications website. This online platform serves as the central hub for information regarding PGA Qualifications, providing you with details about available programs, application procedures, and essential resources to support your application process.
2. Explore Available Qualifications
Dive into the various qualifications offered by The PGA to identify the course that best aligns with your career aspirations and interests. Take the time to review the curriculum, learning outcomes, and career pathways associated with each qualification to make an informed decision. Do you want to study full time, or earn whilst your learn with one our part time courses?
3. Review Requirements
Thoroughly review the specific entry requirements for the qualification you're interested in pursuing. These requirements may encompass academic qualifications, playing ability, and other prerequisites.
4. Submit an Enquiry
If you’re interested in one of the PGA’s courses and taking the first step towards becoming a PGA Professional then please fill out our enquiry form. This will be sent to our admissions department and we’ll be in touch about your eligibility as well as to provide further information on application requirements and upcoming open days.
5. Secure a Trainee Role
In order to enrol on the FdSc or DipHE courses, an applicant must have secured a role working under a PGA Training Professional. You can explore the current opportunities and also submit a job seekers advert.
6. Prepare Necessary Documents
Gather all the necessary documents required for the application process. These documents may include academic transcripts, certificates, a CV or resume highlighting relevant experience, letters of recommendation from mentors or employers, and evidence of your golf playing ability, such as handicap certificates or tournament results and a 12-month playing record. This needs to contain competition scores as well as general play scores.
7. Attend an Open Day
Attending on of our Open Days is an excellent way to gain first hand insight into the PGA Training Programme, interact with faculty members, and explore the facilities. Find out more about our upcoming Open Days.
8. Complete your Application
Once our admissions team has received your enquiry, you will be invited to complete your application if you meet the entry requirements and submit your supporting documentation.
9. Receive an Offer
Once you have submitted your application and supporting documents, you'll receive a conditional offer. Once any outstanding conditions are met you’ll be sent an unconditional offer – this means you are accepted and ready to start the PGA Training Programme. If you chose to accept the offer, you can either turn professional immediately and be eligible to play in PGA Tournaments, or you can retain your amateur status until the course starts on the 1st October.
10. Start your Studies!
Our academic year begins on the 1st October. Immerse yourself in coursework, practical training at your place of work, and development activities tailored towards the golf industry. Actively engage with your on-the job learning from your PGA Training Professional, the PGA staff and instructors, your peers, and industry professionals to maximise your learning experience.