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PGA ACADEMY OF GOLF
2015 Bridging Program
PGA NATIONAL OFFICE
600 Thompsons Road, Sandhurst, Victoria, Australia 3977 | P: +61 3 8320 1911
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F: +61 3 9783 0000
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PGA Bridging Program
The PGA Bridging Program is operated by the PGA Academy and is designed as a golf-specific
golf
educational
opportunity for current or former tournament professionals. Subject to successful completion of course requirements,
candidates will be eligible for Fulll Vocational Membership of the PGA of Australia.
The academic requirements of the Bridging Program are designed to be fully completed over twelve (12) months,
with workplace placement requirements to be completed within twenty-four
twenty
(24) months.
Course Structure
tructure and Requirements
There are a number of compulsory components of the Bridging Program that contribute to the overall structure of the
course:
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•
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Training Schools - 3 schools (total of 11 days)
Workplace placements - 600 hours in total – completed as 4 specific
fic workplace placements
Training and Assessments items
Training Schools
Whilst the program is primarily designed for delivery via e-learning,
e learning, candidates are required to attend three (3)
Training Schools:
1.
February/March Training School
All Bridging Program Trainees must attend all Year 2 Trainee sessions at one of the February/March
Training Schools held in each Division of the PGA. The 3-day
3 day Training Schools are held in the capital city of
each state (excluding Adelaide and Hobart).
All relevant instructions,
nstructions, learning materials and texts relating to the successful completion of the program will
be provided at this Training School. These schools are not residential and students are to arrange their own
travel and accommodation. Upon successful entry
entry into the program, the PGA Academy will advise Bridging
students of the dates and times of these sessions.
2.
National School
All Bridging Program Trainees must attend the PGA National School held in April/May annually. National
School is a five (5) day residential school held at Sanctuary Cove, Queensland. Your program fees cover
travel to the location, accommodation and meals for the week.
The PGA Academy books all
accommodation and travel requirements.
3.
June/July Training School
All Bridging Program Trainees must attend all Year 2 Trainee sessions at one of the June/July Training
Schools held in each Division of the PGA. The 3-day
3 day Training Schools are held in the capital city of each
state (excluding Adelaide and Hobart).
These schools are not residential and students are to arrange their own travel and accommodation. Upon
successful entry into the program, the PGA Academy will advise Bridging students of the dates and times of
these sessions.
Please note: each of the three (3) Training Schools must be completed prior to being eligible for
graduation. There are no exceptions to this requirement. Please ensure you can attend all schools
prior to considering enrolment.
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Workplace Placement
es must complete the program’s workplace requirement prior to being eligible for Full
All Bridging Program Trainees
Vocational Membership of the PGA.
The workplace requirements are to be completed as follows:
1.
suitab qualified PGA
Coaching placement – minimum of 150 hours under the supervision of a suitably
Member working who is working as a Teaching Professional in the area of coaching and coaching
programs.
2.
Game Development placement – minimum of 150 hours under the supervision of a suitably qualified
PGA Member who is working as a Head Professional
Professional or Director of Golf in the area of junior programs,
corporate days, club competitions, events or similar.
3.
Small Business placement – minimum of 150 hours under the supervision of a suitably qualified PGA
Member who is working as a Head Professional
Professional or Director of Golf managing the retail component of an
on-course or off-course
course golf shop.
4.
Management placement – minimum of 150 hours under the supervision of a golf-club
golf
General
Manager (not required to be a PGA Member).
Please Note:
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Prior to being eligible for Vocational Membership of the PGA, all Bridging Students must accumulate the
minimum of 150 hours in each of the practical work experience areas (600 total).
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This requirement must be completed within twenty-four
twenty four (24) months since commencement
commenc
in the
program.
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The four (4) workplace requirements may be completed at the same golf-club.
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It is the responsibility of the Bridging Student to source and meet work experience requirements prior to
being
g eligible for graduation from program.
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A specific
cific training and assessment task (report) will be aligned to each workplace requirement.
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Bridging Program Trainees may be required to access a suitable workplace
workplace requirement at various
times throughout the program in order to complete specific training and assessment tasks.
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Relevant PGA Members and General Managers will be required to sign a workplace placement
completion forms for Bridging Program Trainees at the completion of each placement.
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The workplace placement will complement
comple
assessments in the areas of study listed below. It will provide
students with the skills and expertise to better understand the working environment of the golf club and
should extend beyond golf shop operations.
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Whilst the placements can be conducted over a period of two (2) years,, all specific/academic
assessment requirements of the program must be completed in a PGA academic year (approximately
(ap
February – October) as per the published due dates.
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Members of the Bridging Program will be considered Trainee Members of the PGA while completing the
relevant academic components and Provisional Members (Provisional fees apply) for any additional
year utilised in completing the workplace requirement.
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Bridging Program Trainees cannot compete in PGA Trainee-specific
Trainee specific tournaments.
tournaments
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Entry into the Bridging Program does not provide any playing eligibility for Tier 1, Tier 2 or Pro-Am
Pro
tournaments.
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Bridging Program Trainees can coach golf unsupervised as per the conditions outlined in the policy for
Trainees Coaching Golf Unsupervised.
Unsupervis
PGA NATIONAL OFFICE
600 Thompson Road, Sandhurst, Victoria, Australia 3977 | P: +61 3 8320 1911
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F: +61 3 9783 0000
| ABN 46 127 641 829
Assessments
Candidates are required to complete online assignments, practical assessments and various examinations that apply
to bridging program requirements.
The following provides a sample summary of Bridging Program training and assessment items (excluding training
school and workplace placement requirements). A full list of assessment requirements is provided upon
commencement in the program. End of year examinations will be hosted in each capital city (excluding Adelaide).
PGA Bridging Program
Training & Assessment Summary – sample only
CODE
ASSESSMENT TASK
DUE DATE
MARKING
SB301
Fit and Alter Golf Equipment
7 February
% Grade
All
Training School #1
Refer to timetable
for state dates
Attended/Not Attended
GD301
Pro-Am
Am Tournament Planning
14 February
% Grade
MA301
Finances within Budget
14 February
% Grade
CO302
Skills, Tactics and Strategies of Professional Golf
28 February
% Grade
CO201
Dartfish Induction
7 March
Satisfactory/Not Satisfactory
TSE201
Training School Evaluation #1
7 March
Completed/Not Completed.
CO301
Prevent and Manage Injuries
14 March
% Grade
CO205
Nutrition for Athletes
21 March
% Grade
GD001
Working With Children Check
28 March
Completed/Not Completed
CO303
Club Fitting Knowledge and Practical
4 April
% Grade
CO203
Advanced Skills of Golf
4 April
% Grade
NA
National School
7-11 April
Attended/Not Attended
NA
National School Exam
11 April
% Grade
NSE301
National School Evaluation
17 April
Completed/Not Completed
SB302
MYOB 1
17 April
Satisfactory/Not Satisfactory
MA302
Organisational Risk Management
17 April
% Grade
GD202
Pure Performance Level 1
25 April
Satisfactory/Not Satisfactory
SB303
MYOB 2
2 May
Satisfactory/Not Satisfactory
CO304
Coaching Practical 1
2 May
Satisfactory/Not Satisfactory
GD303
Determine Needs of Client Populations
16 May
% Grade
GD304
Selection Policies
30 May
% Grade
GD002
R & A Level 1
30 may
Satisfactory/Not Satisfactory
GD305
Talent Identification Program
6 June
% Grade
CO208
Club Repair Procedure and Practical
13 June
% Grade
CO306
Long Term Training Programs
20 June
% Grade
All
Training School #2
Refer to timetable
for state dates
Attended/Not Attended
MA303
Innovative Work Environment
4 July
% Grade
CO307
Trackman Level 1
11 July
Satisfactory/Not Satisfactory
CO308
Coaching Logbook
25 July
% Grade
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TSE202
Training School Evaluation #2
1 August
Completed/Not Completed.
CO309
Sports Psychology
1 August
% Grade
CO209
Coaching Unsupervised Quiz
8 August
Satisfactory/Not Satisfactory
MA304
Lead and Manage People
22 August
% Grade
CO001
First Aid Certificate
24 August
Satisfactory/Not Satisfactory
MA306
Golf Operations
5 September
% Grade
CO310
High Performance Training and Recovery Programs
19 September
% Grade
CO311
Coaching Practical 2
19 September
Satisfactory/Not Satisfactory
MA307
Manage Meetings
17 October
% Grade
MA308
Manage Projects
17 October
% Grade
GD307
MyGolf-Event
24 October
% Grade
CO312
Coaching Logbook
31 October
% Grade
GD308
Continuing Education
End of Year Exams
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Small Business
•
Coaching
•
Management
•
Game Development
•
Membership
31 October
Completed/Not Completed
10 November
% Grade
(Membership exam must be passed
to achieve Full Vocational
Membership. Other exams contribute
30% to overall subject area grade)
NA
Credentials Offered Upon Graduation
Upon successful completion of all components of the PGA of Australia Bridging Program, graduates will be provided
with the following memberships, qualifications and accreditations:
accreditations
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•
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Full Member (Vocational) status with the PGA of Australia
Diploma of Sport Coaching
Vocational Golf Coach Accreditation under the Australian Sports Commission’s National Coaching
Accreditation Scheme
Diploma of Sport Coaching
Via completion of specific requirements within the Bridging Program, students will complete the necessary units from
the nationally recognised vocational qualification of Diploma of Sport Coaching. It must be noted that the Diploma of
Sport Coaching is a broad and extensive qualification that will require significant dedication to assessment
completion. All Bridging students must ensure that they have the required time available in order to complete all
assessments by the published
blished due dates.
Vocational Coach Accreditation
The PGA is also recognised to offer the award of Vocational Coach to graduates from the Program. This award is
recognised under the NCAS (National Coach Accreditation Scheme) and is the highest coaching award
a
recognised by the Australian Sports Commission in golf.
Recognition
gnition of Prior Learning (RPL)
RPL is an assessment process which acknowledges skills and knowledge obtained through formal education and
training
ng systems and also through work and life experience.
The PGA offers applicants the opportunity to apply for the skills and knowledge that they already possess to be
formally recognised without the student having to undergo the full training and assessment
assessmen process. Recognition
of Prior Learning (RPL) is only available upon application to the PGA Academy. Courses completed at all
relevant AQF levels (or above)
bove) are considered in the RPL process.
Please note: The RPL process will be discussed in further detail during induction. Upon request, applicants will
be issued with a detailed document which outlines and guides them through this process.
PGA NATIONAL OFFICE
600 Thompson Road, Sandhurst, Victoria, Australia 3977 | P: +61 3 8320 1911
|
F: +61 3 9783 0000
| ABN 46 127 641 829
Bridging Program Eligibility
A specific credit system (approved by the Board of the PGA) is in place to determine eligibility for
entry/application into the PGA Bridging Program. Bridging Program applicants must obtain a minimum total of
five (5) credits to be considered for entry into the program. Credits for Bridging Program are obtained as follows;
•
1 credit for each year an applicant retains full playing rights/membership of a recognised worldwide
professional golf tour.
Recognised Worldwide Professional Golf Tours - males
For male professionals, a recognised worldwide professional golf tour incorporates professional golf tours listed
in the PGA policy for recognition of professionals from overseas PGA’s.
Recognised Worldwide Professional Golf Tours - females
For female professionals, a recognised worldwide
w
professional golf tour incorporates the following:
LPGA Tour
LET Tour
Symetra Ladies Tour
Japanese Ladies Tour
Korean Ladies Tour
Please Note:
PGA of New Zealand Full Tournament Membership
Mem
is not eligible for credit.
To be eligible for credit, One
ne Asia Tour Membership must be the applicable category or higher.
There is a one (1) credit maximum available per calendar year.
Vocational Memberships of international PGAs do not constitute recognised worldwide tours and are not
eligible for credits.
Years of membership of a recognised worldwide professional golf tour must have occurred within the
last ten (10) years.
What if I you do not have the five (5) credits?
Should the appropriate number of credits not be obtained, candidates will be required to apply for the PGA
Trainee Program.
Bridging Program Applications
To apply for the PGA Bridging Program, applicants are required to complete and provide the following:
1. PGA Bridging Program application form, including details relating to intended workplace placement/s.
2. Evidence of a minimum of five (5) credits relating to full playing rights/membership of a recognised
worldwide professional golf tour.
3. Minimum of two (2) letters of recommendation from PGA of Australia Full Vocational Members.
4. Resume relating to education, playing, professional and workplace experience.
Upon submission of the required application form and supporting documents,, the application will be reviewed by
the following:
1. PGA Academy
2. Relevant State Vocational Divisions
3. Vocationall Members Council
Please Note:
All applicants
pplicants will be required to attend an interview with relevant PGA representatives.
Applicants will be notified of the result of
o their application in December.
Further Information
For additional information, please contact PGA Training Manager, Stephanie Jamieson (03) 8320 1937 or
[email protected]
Please Note: PGA Academy reserves the right to vary program requirements or eligibility criteria. Any
variations must be approved by the Executive
Executiv Officer - Training & Education
PGA NATIONAL OFFICE
600 Thompson Road, Sandhurst, Victoria, Australia 3977 | P: +61 3 8320 1911
|
F: +61 3 9783 0000
| ABN 46 127 641 829
201 PGA Bridging Program
2015
Application Form
rd
Please complete all sections of the form below and return it no later than Monday 3 November 2014 to:
Stephanie Jamieson
PGA Academy
600 Thompson Road
SANDHURST VIC 3977
[email protected]
Personal Details
Name
Home Address
Postal Address
Telephone
H
W
M
Email Address
Program Fees – Overall cost $5800.00
If accepted into the Bridging Program fees
ees can be paid in one lump sum or by four (4) installments
th
($1450 due by 15 of January, March,
March May and July):
I wish to pay one lump payment of $5800.00:
$5800
I wish to pay by 4 monthly installments:
Tournament Years of Membership
embership
Please complete by providing the year Membership was held and the specific professional tours:
Credit
Year
Tour
1
2
3
4
5
PGA NATIONAL OFFICE
600 Thompson Road, Sandhurst, Victoria, Australia 3977 | P: +61 3 8320 1911
|
F: +61 3 9783 0000
| ABN 46 127 641 829
Proposed Work Placement
lacements
Area
PGA Member
Golf Club
Coaching
Game Development
Management
Small Business
Checklist of Included Documents
Please complete to confirm these items have been included with your application:
application:
Completed Application Form
Evidence of playing credits (e.g.
e.g. Tour cards)
References (PGA Members x 2)
Resume
Criteria
I acknowledge and understand the conditions as outlined in the 2015 Bridging Program Criteria:
Signed
PGA NATIONAL OFFICE
600 Thompson Road, Sandhurst, Victoria, Australia 3977 | P: +61 3 8320 1911
Date
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F: +61 3 9783 0000
| ABN 46 127 641 829

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