RPTM 354PGA Teaching and Coaching 3

2 credits · Recreation, Park, and Tourism Management · Penn State

Based on our current PGA accreditation standards and criteria, RPTM 354 is the final course in the PGA of America's education program in the subject of golf instruction. This is a required course for program accreditation. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to explain how learning occurs in the process of golf skill development as well as the theories and factors that influence the transfer of learning. Students will be able to use a variety of techniques to measure performance levels of golfers and also understand the effects of golf club fitting on ball flight and golfer performance. The final major topic, player development programs, teaches students how player development programs contribute to facility operations and will be able to develop, market, and promote comprehensive player development programs.