P.A.T. Information
The Playing Ability Test (P.A.T.) is one of the initial steps an individual must take to become a Member of the PGA of America. It is no longer an entrance requirement into the PGA of America’s Professional Golf Management Program; however, it must be passed prior to attending a Level 3 Checkpoint and being elected to membership. The purpose of the P.A.T. is for individuals to demonstrate that they can play a credible game of golf by shooting a combined score which does not exceed a target score. For more information on the P.A.T. and entrance requirements into the Professional Golf Management Program log on to http://www.pgalinks.com
The PAT is conducted from the middle tees of the golf course with the flagsticks set on a generally flat area of the green. Although this sounds relatively simple, less than 20% of those taking the test achieve a passing score. If your game is marginal, it is highly recommended that you work diligently on improving prior to registering for the PAT.
To register by phone, please contact the Member Information Service Center (MISC) at 1-800-474-2776. To register online log on to http://www.pgalinks.com.
Scheduled Playing Ability Test events are listed below. Pairings and tee times will be posted approx. 7 days prior to the date of the P.A.T.
| 2010 IOWA SECTION PGA P.A.T. SCHEDULE | ||||
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Event Date
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Deadline
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Course
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City
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Pairings
Tee Times |
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April 28
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April 14
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Jester Park GC | Granger | Coming Soon |
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May 10
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April 26
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Willow Creek GC | W. Des Moines | Coming Soon |
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June 22
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June 8
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Irv Warren Memorial GC
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Waterloo
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Coming Soon |
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July 29
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July 15
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Pheasant Ridge GC |
Cedar Falls
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Coming Soon |
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September 13
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August 30
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Brooks Golf Club
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Okoboji
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Coming Soon |
| October 1 |
September 17
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Ames G & CC
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Ames
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Coming Soon |
CALL PGA OF AMERICA TO REGISTER BY PHONE 1-800-474-2776
Other Important P.A.T. Information
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The registeration fee for each P.A.T is $100 and is paid to the PGA of America.
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The local event fee for each P.A.T. will be $30 and will be paid directly to the host facility on the day of the event.
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Call 1-800-474-2776 for more information or to register for an event by phone
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Players must register at least 30 days in advance of their desired P.A.T. date
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You may register for more than one P.A.T. at a time. If you pass prior to another P.A.T. that you have already registered for, you will be issued a full refund for the P.A.T. that is no longer required of you.