Golf Teaching and Learning

Keiser University’s Master of Science in Golf Teaching and Learning offers an intensive program that provides golf instructors, and those aspiring to become golf instructors, with theoretical and practical knowledge in teaching and learning concepts such as the science of the golf swing, the science of learning, motor skill acquisition, facilitating the adult golfer, teaching the youth golfer, and the business of teaching. The curriculum prepares students for careers in the golf instruction industry.

• Provide students with a framework from which they can further develop their teaching strategies, philosophies, and practices
• Expose students to the learning principles and mental competencies required of golf instructors
• Analyze and make decisions regarding the creation of golf programs and the management of these programs
• Provide students the opportunity to demonstrate effective teaching techniques
• Provide students with a theoretical understanding of how learning and motor skill development occur

Applicants desiring to enter Keiser University must submit an application to the Admissions Office well in advance of the start date. This permits proper scheduling and ensures availability of classroom space. Applications for Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall semesters should be made as early as possible, as these entry dates are normally the time of greatest enrollment.

Credit for courses or degrees completed at another institution is subject to approval by the Dean of Academic Affairs. These courses or degrees must be similar in content and duration to those offered in the program for which an applicant has applied. The Dean of Academic Affairs makes the final decision of accepted transfer credits from the received transcript. However, only courses listed on official transcripts receive permanent official transfer credit. To grant such credit, Keiser University must receive official transcript directly from the previous institution by the end of a student’s first semester. Keiser University requires that, at a minimum, a student complete at least one third of the credit hours required for any graduate or post-baccalaureate professional degree through instruction offered by Keiser University. Active duty, reservists, and National Guard service members who are students can complete at a minimum one third of a program at any time through the University. Transfer students are informed in writing of any credits accepted as transferable. Preliminary notification is presented, in most cases, prior to enrollment but in no case later than the end of a transfer student's first semester. Students are responsible for having official transcripts sent to Keiser University from all former institution(s). It may be necessary for students to forfeit some previously earned credit in the transfer process since college philosophies, objectives and programs may vary and change from year to year. Keiser University does not make any blanket assurances or guarantees regarding the acceptance or transferability of credits from other institutions. Each credit evaluation is conducted on a caseby-case basis in accordance with university policy.

Keiser University may accept transfer credits from a college or university recognized by the by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE). Coursework must be equivalent in content, level, and credit hours to the corresponding Keiser University course/s.

Qualified, accepted master’s degree seeking students may transfer a maximum of 12 graduate level credits, but no more than two-thirds of the total credit hours (whichever is less), required for the program unless otherwise specified by a programmatic accreditor.

Acceptable courses will be equivalent to a B grade or higher unless otherwise specified by programmatic requirements. Courses represented with a Pass or Satisfactory grade may be transferable at the discretion of the program chair and/or appropriate program Dean.

Complete all credits of the Master of Science in Golf Teaching and Learning program through Keiser University

Keiser University publishes this program as 36.0 graduate semester credit hours, approximately 24 months in length (this will vary if a student transfers in credits).

Keiser University’s Graduate School Academic Calendar runs three semesters a year, beginning in January, May and August, and each semester is made up of two eight-week terms — six start dates a year.

Keiser University charges tuition and education fees per semester, based on scheduled credit hours. Each semester is 16 weeks. The rates below are the university’s published Tuition and Fee Disclosure for the Graduate School, effective Fall Semester 2026, and are subject to annual review.

This program is charged at the rate for Master’s degree and graduate-level certificate programs.

An education fee of $750.00 per semester is charged for all graduate-level programs. One-time charges on enrolment are an application fee of $55.00 and a registration fee of $145.00.

Graduates of Keiser University’s MS in Golf Teaching and Learning complete the program prepared to pursue roles as certified golf instructors, head teaching professionals, and program directors at golf courses, country clubs, and academies across the country. This graduate degree supports current instructors and coaches by deepening their ability to analyze the golf swing, apply launch monitor data, develop short game and full swing curriculum, and manage staff and facilities at the highest level. Graduates are also equipped for continuing education leadership roles within golf organizations recognized worldwide.

Career Pathways in Golf and Sport Management

• Teaching professional at a private club
• Golf academy director
• Head golf instructor
• Junior golf program coordinator
• Certified golf instructor (independent)
• Golf performance coach
• Country club teaching staff
• Golf fitness and wellness coach
• Golf instruction program manager
• Golf course operations and instruction lead
• Collegiate golf coach
• Golf industry continuing education facilitator
• Adult golf learning specialist
• Swing mechanics and ball flight analyst

Keiser University’s golf teaching and learning program serves current instructors, aspiring teaching professionals, coaches, and career changers ready to recognize their expertise through graduate-level study. Delivered fully online, the MS program fits around your teaching schedule and professional commitments. Whether the goal is to build a golf instruction business, earn recognition as a certified golf instructor at the highest level, or contribute to continuing education across the golf industry, Keiser provides the academic foundation and practical knowledge to get there.