Education
Membership & Education News
Educating the Member remains a top priority for the Section. It is the number one way that PGA Members can add value to themselves and to their facilities. It is the focus of the Education Committee to offer programs that the Membership sees as valuable programs in the hopes that our Members will take advantage of them. The Section will do everything possible to secure quality educational programs for as little cost to the Members as possible.
PGA Professional Development Requirement Policy:
36 Required Credits - PGA Approved Education, PGA Coach Education, Professional Standards Education/Training, PGA Meeting Attendance and National Survey Completion, Official Section Mentoring Program, and Specified PGA Player Engagement Programs. All credits earned in the Required Category are also credited toward the Total Category.
54 Total Credits - A total of 54 credits must be earned, with at least 36 credits from Required PGA Approved Education, PGA Coach Education, Professional Standards Education/Training, PGA Meeting Attendance and National Survey Completion, Official Section Mentoring Program, and Specified PGA Player Engagement Programs, while the other means of obtaining credits toward the total requirement remain per the prior program.
2025 Seminar Schedule
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2023/2024 Membership Meetings
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In-Person Education Events
Volunteer at COPGA Junior Golf Events
Colorado PGA Junior Golf is a nonprofit organization that represents, promotes, and serves the best interest of golf in Colorado. We are always seeking enthusiasts to donate their time and experience to PGA REACH Colorado Junior Golf programming for the love of golf and the promotion and preservation of the true spirit of the game. Seeking volunteer opportunity hours for high school graduation? We can provide volunteer credit for those working to complete service hours for high school graduation or scholarship applications.
Currently seeking volunteers for the following:
- Junior Golf Tournament Volunteer
- Junior Golf Rules Volunteer
- Drive, Chip and Putt Volunteer
Click below to learn about how you can get involved!
PGA HOPE Instructor Training
We are “HOPING” that you are interested in becoming a HOPE Instructor, and ask you to register for the half-day training class. The PGA HOPE Program is the military pillar of our PGA REACH Colorado Foundation and is a great chance to give back to your community!
Get PGA HOPE certified to work with vets in a one-day seminar presented by Jordan LeBlanc, PGA. The purpose of the training program is to learn how to provide a comfortable first experience for military veterans. PGA Professionals & Associates attending one of these sessions will be eligible to participate as instructors in PGA HOPE programs. This program is also a great opportunity for PGA Professionals & Associates to be trained to teach all people with disabilities at their clubs along with earning additional income ($100/hour.)
If you have attended the training in the past, please feel free to take it again as there is new information.
*4 PDR credits will be awarded to the Required Education Category.
There are currently no PGA HOPE Instructor trainings scheduled. Check back for updates!
CMAA Membership Meetings
Our friends at the Mile High Chapter of the CMAA have invited Colorado PGA Members and Associates to attend their meetings as additional education and networking opportunities. PGA Education PDRs will be given for each hour of attendance at both events. Click the buttons below for more information and to register.
There are currently no CMAA Meetings scheduled. Check back for updates!
Online PDR Opportunities
Earn credits by watching videos on PGA.org!
Navigate to your PGA.org account. On your dashboard, select the blue "Earn Credits" button below your PDR Status. Receive 1 PDR when you watch a video and successfully complete an assessment
- 20+ Sessions Available
- Earn PDR Credits.
The current PDR Credit cycle ends June 15, 2025.
Expert Voice Product Training
Register for free as a PGA Member and complete product trainings to earn discounts and PDRs.
PGA Coach Training
Helping coaches create golf journeys for as many as possible, for as long as possible, with the best experience possible. Credits awarded based on successful completion of any of the 6 courses available. Up to 14 credits available.
Self-Reporting of PDRs
Did you know that most professional trainings also count for PDRs? Some examples are leadership, accounting, or harassment training. If you have taken any of these through your employer, you can submit them using the form below.
You can also report many of these credits on your PGA.org dashboard by using the "Report PDR Credits" button or by using the link below.
Titleist University
Titleist University is a one-stop resource for industry leading product information, fitting training, and certification. To register for an account, click below.
Callaway University
Callaway University: Training and Certification on the most current Callaway products. Completion of certifications provide access to the Callaway VIP Program To register for an account, click below.
Other Opportunities
PGA / USGA Rules of Golf Workshops
Since 1975, the United States Golf Association and The PGA of America, working together to support the best interests of the game, have offered to the public a series of workshops on the Rules of Golf. These workshops are open to the public and bring together several of the foremost Rules of Golf educators in the game, with the goal of making the Rules accessible to anyone who wishes to learn more about them or sharpen their existing knowledge.
Earn up to 32 PDR Credits
US Kids Golf Foundation Certified Coach Seminar
U.S. Kids Golf Certified Coaches are recognized as experts in teaching golf to kids ages 12 and under. Certified Coaches learn to leverage their expertise by incorporating an in-depth understanding of club fitting for young golfers, utilizing an established curriculum that features game-based learning methods, offering playing opportunities on the golf course from scaled yardages, and communicating effectively with parents.
Virtual Seminars are presented live and hosted using Zoom with limited participation. All materials normally distributed at in-person presentations are provided to participants and available for download in advance. The registration fee is $95 for those in the U.S. and $125 for international participants. Golf professionals may earn continuing education credits from their associations.
To view the current Seminar Schedule, click here.
PGA members who attend and complete the U.S. Kids Golf Certified Coaches program are eligible to receive PGA Professional Development Requirement (PDR) credits.
- U.S. Kids Golf Certified Coaches Seminar – earn 8 PDR credits
- U.S. Kids Golf Certified Coaches Completion of PCA test – Earn 2 PDR credits
Lifelong Learning
Specialization Program
The Certified Professional Program is an online, career-enhancing educational curriculum that supports the goals of PGA members who are committed to continuously improving their business and teaching skills to meet the increasing demands of the golf industry. This online approach ensures “on-demand” access when your schedule permits, while reducing time and travel costs associated with traditional classes.
The program offers four certifications:
- General Management
- Golf Operations
- Teaching & Coaching
- Player Development
Certified Professional Program
The PGA Specialist Program is an online, career-enhancing educational curriculum that supports the goals of PGA Members who are committed to continuously improving their business and teaching skills to meet the increasing demands of the golf industry. This online approach ensures “on-demand” access when your schedule permits while reducing time and travel costs associated with traditional classes.
The program offers three specializations:
- Executive Management
- Golf Operations
- Teaching & Coaching
Master Professional Program
The revised PGA Master Professional Program (MPP 2.0) showcases a PGA Certified Professional’s continued expertise and experience in his or her specific career path through a proven track record of success and industry involvement. This program is designed to quantify and promote more value to employers and elevate the image of the PGA Certified Professional through a progressive approach to lifelong learning guided by enhanced mentoring and coaching.
The program offers four career paths for demonstrating one’s career Body of Work:
- General Management
- Golf Operations
- Teaching & Coaching
- Player Development
