Turfgrass Management 101 – Online Certificate Course (Level 1 Certification)
This self-paced training provides continuing education opportunities for anyone who has not been formally educated in turfgrass science and is interested in entering the industry. Completing the course will build a solid foundation in the science and practices of turfgrass management so students can successfully care for a turfgrass surface and be prepared to enter a position in sports field management. Those who complete the course can be hired for seasonal and crew assistance at sports facilities.
Upon successfully completing this course, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion that can be printed out to show a potential employer.
This course is not restricted to students and may also be used as a training tool for current sports field crew members.
Please use the link below to activate your current account or to create a new one. If you are not a current member, please purchase membership to access the course free of charge.
The course fee is $60 for non-members and can be purchased through the portal. The course is free for members.
Register for the course under “educational offerings.”
Please note: Student membership only applies to currently enrolled high school or college students. If you are not enrolled in a high school or college program, you must choose a different membership type.
https://members.sportsfieldmanagement.org/welcome
For more information, contact Jennifer McLendon, Education Manager, at jmclendon@sportsfieldmanagement.org.