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Playing Ability Test Schedule Announced T
he Playing Ability Test or "PAT" is a measure of golfing ability. It means PGA Professionals have the skills needed to teach and grow the game. The 36-hole playing ability test for golf is something you must pass if you want to become a PGA Professional. One of the following must be completed within two years prior to registering into the PGA Professional Golf Management Program: Pass the 36-hole Playing Ability Test or; Attempt the PAT at least once within the two years prior to registering into the PGA PGM Program. Within that
The 36-hole PAT remains valid during the Acceptable Progress period. In order to pass the 36-hole PAT, you must achieve a 36-hole score within 15 shots of the course rating. For example, if the course rating is 72, the target score for the 36 holes would be 159 (72 x 2 = 144 + 15 = 159). This competition is normally conducted in one day. Fewer than 20% of those taking the test achieve a passing score, therefore, it is highly recommended that you work diligently on your game prior to registering for the PAT.
Registration Closes for all PATs Two Weeks Prior to the Event Date Playing Ability Test # 2 (cancelled) Wednesday, May 17, 2017 Walnut Creek Golf Preserve PAT Site Information Men’s Yardage – 6,484 Men’s Target Score – 155 Female Yardage - 5,666 Female Target Score - 157
Playing Ability Test # 5 Tuesday, July 18, 2017 Fitzsimons Golf Course PAT Site Information Men’s Yardage – 6,371 Men’s Target Score – 153 Female Yardage - 5,606 Female Target Score - 156
West Chapter Playing Ability Test # 2 Tuesday, September 19, 2017 River Valley Ranch Golf Course PAT Site Information Men’s Yardage – 6,368 Men’s Target Score – 152 Female Yardage - 5,545 Female Target Score - 156
Playing Ability Test # 3 Wednesday, June 7, 2017 The River Course at Keystone PAT Site Information Men’s Yardage – 6,507 Men’s Target Score – 154 Female Yardage - 5,414 Female Target Score - 154
Playing Ability Test # 6 Wednesday, August 9, 2017 Coyote Creek Golf Course PAT Site Information Men’s Yardage – 6,412 Men’s Target Score – 154 Female Yardage - 5,675 Female Target Score - 158
Playing Ability Test # 8 Wednesday, September 20, 2017 Pine Creek Golf Course PAT Site Information Men’s Yardage – 6,511 Men’s Target Score – 156 Female Yardage - 5,619 Female Target Score - 159
West Chapter Playing Ability Test # 1 Wednesday, June 12, 2017 Aspen Golf Club PAT Site Information Men’s Yardage – 6,499 Men’s Target Score – 156 Female Yardage - 5,426 Female Target Score - 155
Playing Ability Test # 7 Wednesday, August 30, 2017 Cheyenne Shadows Golf Course at Ft Carson PAT Site Information Men’s Yardage – 6,559 Men’s Target Score – 155 Female Yardage - 5,664 Female Target Score - 157
Playing Ability Test # 4 Wednesday, June 28, 2017 Riverdale Golf Club – Knolls Course PAT Site Information Men’s Yardage – 6,436 Men’s Target Score – 154 Female Yardage - 5,695 Female Target Score - 157
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time frame, shoot one 18-hole score in a PAT that is equal to or less than the PAT target score for 18- holes, plus 5 strokes. Note: Each PAT score has a validity date of two years.