The Environmental Management Program provides advanced training in six areas of golf course management that impact the environment. Each specialization contains study requirements that address current issues that influence environmental management. In addition, earning this certificate demonstrates your personal commitment to preserve and protect the environment.

Current specializations include: 

• Employee safety and right-to-know
• Golf course development
• Habitat development and management
• Integrated pest management
• Storage, disposal and recycling
• Water quality and application

You can meet study requirements by attending GCSAA seminars and completing self-study courses. Each specialization requires the successful completion of three to seven courses.

Once you have met study requirements, send in your application form. Upon approval, you will receive a certificate of completion, a letter of achievement to your green chair, club owner or employer and notification to your local chapter newsletter or newspaper.