Playing Ability Test
2024 Playing Ability Tests
All events require $100 Registration Fee/$75-$90 Onsite Fee, which includes range, golf, cart fee and lunch. For Playing Ability Test (PAT) Policies and Procedures click here or visit pga.org for more information.
To View the Full PAT Schedule, please follow this link: 2024 PAT SCHEDULE
| Event # | Event Date | Facility |
| PAT #1 | May 2, 2024 | Itasca CC |
| PAT #2 | May 22, 2024 | Fox Bend GC |
| PAT #3 | June 5, 2024 | Old Oak CC |
| PAT #4 | June 27, 2024 | Deerfield GC |
| PAT #5 | July 11, 2024 | Willow Crest GC |
| PAT #6 | August 14, 2024 | St. Andrews Golf & CC |
| PAT #7 | September 5, 2024 | St. Andrews Golf & CC |
| PAT #8 | September 25, 2024 | Old Oak CC |
| PAT #9 | October 2, 2024 | Heritage Oaks GC |
- Attempt the PAT at least once within the eight (8) years prior to registering into the PGA PGM Program. Within that 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 eight years.
- 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).
| 36 Hole PAT Target Score | 18 Hole Target Score | Target Score to Register as an Associate |
|---|---|---|
| Course Rating for 36 holes + 15 | (36 PAT Score/2) | (36 PAT Score/2) + 5 |
| 151 | 75.5 | 80 |
| 152 | 76.0 | 81 |
| 153 | 76.5 | 81 |
| 154 | 77.0 | 82 |
| 155 | 77.5 | 82 |
| 156 | 78.0 | 83 |
| 157 | 78.5 | 83 |
| 158 | 79.0 | 84 |
| 159 | 79.5 | 84 |
| 160 | 80.0 | 85 |
| 161 | 80.5 | 85 |
| 162 | 81.0 | 86 |
| 163 | 81.5 | 86 |
| 164 | 82.0 | 87 |
| 165 | 82.5 | 87 |
The 36-hole PAT remains valid during the Acceptable Progress period. An individual who enters the PGA Professional Golf Management Program after achieving only option (b) above, must pass the 36-hole PAT prior registering for the Level 3 Checkpoint. In order 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.