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Self-study courses are affordable, convenient and accessible.

GCSAA offers a wide variety of education in both text-based and CD formats, which allow participants to learn at their own pace and stretch their training budgets by not incurring travel costs.

Text Based

  • Hazard Communication

    This course gives you a thorough understanding of the OSHA's 1983 Hazard Communication Standard and its compliance requirements. (Education points: 1.4)

  • Media Relations

    Learn skills and strategies that you can use to respond to the media and initiate publicity for your facility. (Education points: 1.4)

  • Personal Stress Management

    Learn how to identify and effectively manage stress in your life. (Education points: 0.7)

  • Responsible Pesticide Use in Golf Course Management

    Gain a better understanding of chemicals available to manage turfgrass, the hazards of common pesticides, appropriate prevention measures and what to do in the event of an accident. (Education points: 1.4)

CD

  • Advanced Principles of Insect Pest Management

    Learn the steps for developing and implementing an IPM plan, including various management tools related to cultural, biological and chemical controls. (Education points: 0.4)

  • Applied Turfgrass Physiology
    Dive deep into turfgrass physiology, from the basics, to application on the golf course. (Education points: 0.4)
  • Managing Localized Dry Spots

    Learn how to identify, treat, and manage LDS caused by water repellent soil. (Education points: 0.3)

  • Remodeling 101

    The first in a series created with the American Society of Golf Course Architects (ASGCA), this course is designed to educate decision-makers on the basics of course remodeling, including budgeting, planning and the roles and responsibilities of those involved. (Education points: 0.2)

  • Remodeling 201

    The second in a series created with the American Society of Golf Course Architects (ASGCA), this course is designed to educate decision-makers on the basics of course remodeling. (Education points: 0.2)

  • Responsible Pesticide Use in Golf Course Management

    Gain a better understanding of chemicals available to manage turfgrass, the hazards of common pesticides used on golf courses, the appropriate measures to prevent problems, and what to do in the event of an accident. (Education points: 1.4)

  • Risk Management and Communication for Golf Course Superintendents

    Learn more about the identification, prioritization, management and communication of risks associated with golf course operations. (Education points: 0.5)

  • Taking Control of Grassy Weeds

    This course goes beyond the fundamentals of managing grassy weeds and focuses on in-depth management information and strategies that you can apply immediately on your golf course. (Education points: 0.4)

  • Time Management

    Learn to manage yourself within time constraints by setting effective goals and developing time management plans that create more satisfaction and greater results. (Education points: 0.5)

  • Training Your Employees for a Safe Facility

    This course provides you with the tools to develop a comprehensive training program to keep your employees safe while working at the golf course facility. (Education points: 0.5)

  • Understanding Insect Pests on Golf Courses

    Review basic insect biology, and then take an in-depth look at how the biology of specific turfgrass pests influences control efforts. (Education points: 0.3)

  • W.A.T.E.R. for Efficient Water Management

     Efficient Water Management identifies atmospheric and edaphic factors influencing water management and the importance of water conservation. (Education points: 0.6)

  • Weather Topics for Golf Course Management
    Gain a better understanding of the basics of day-to-day weather and how it affects the golf facility. (Education points: 0.2)