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Distance learning partners

In an effort to provide additional continuing education options, GCSAA has partnered with several institutions that offer opportunities online and in a variety of formats. The following programs have been pre-approved for GCSAA education points:

If you are interested in a more traditional associate, undergraduate or graduate program, please see the GCSAA College Guide for a full listing of available options.


University of Nebraska Distance Education Program

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and GCSAA have created a distance education program designed to enable golf course superintendents anywhere in the world to achieve graduate-level training or complete a master’s degree.

For superintendents who have attained a bachelor's degree, there are two options, each with an informal concentration in turfgrass management:

For more information, please contact Cathy Dickinson, project assistant, department of agronomy and horticulture, UNL.


Penn State University – World Campus

Penn State University - World Campus

Penn State University’s World Campus offers various educational opportunities for continuing education and formal degree programs online. These programs include:

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 National Seminars Group

GCSAA has a partnership with Rockhurst University Continuing Education Center and National Seminars Group to offer a wealth of seminars at discounted rates. Through this agreement, GCSAA members receive:

  • A 25% discount for all seminar registrations. This discount can also be extended to your entire golf facility.
  • A 10% discount on resources (books, videos, audiocassettes and CDs) over $100. This discount is also extended to your entire golf facility.

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University of Georgia – Principles of Turfgrass Management

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education offers many opportunities for online turfgrass education. These programs include:

Successful graduates earn CEUs from the University of Georgia, as well as education points from GCSAA. Warm-season and cool-season turf are covered.


For questions or more information on any of these programs, please contact Sarah Clopton, senior manager, curriculum and credentialing, at 800-472-7878, ext. 3605.

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