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Developed by the University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education, the Sports Turfgrass Management Course - A Certificate Program offers up-to-date information on the establishment and care of sports fields. The information covered is applicable to all levels of sports field management, from big league fields to little league fields - all the basics are included! In addition to explaining the fundamentals of turfgrass management that apply to all turfgrass areas, the course also focuses on how these practices are specifically adapted to sports fields. The course also addresses turfgrass selection on a regional basis. * For example, what turfgrass is best suited for a low maintenance field in Northern Illinois? Miami, Florida? Brazil? * How are these grasses established? * What types and rates of fertilizers should be used and when should they be applied? * What pests can be expected and how can they be identified and controlled? Complete the Sports Turfgrass Management Course and get the answer to these and all other questions pertaining to the establishment and care of sports turf! Experience the following benefits ... * Study at home to master up-to-date turfgrass management practices and procedures that are standard in the green industry, specifically the sports field industry * Understand the principles of warm- and cool-season turfgrass establishment, growth, maintenance, and troubleshooting * Increase customer confidence * Expand your knowledge and professional growth * STMA awards 1 education point for anyone seeking to become a Certifed Sports Field Manager (CSFM); CSFM's earn 1.5 CEUs upon completion of this program. An easy-to-read, illustrated study guide with color-plates of various weeds, insects, and diseases, leads you through the course and also provides timely information on special concerns like pesticide safety, integrated pest management, advertising, and customer relations. The study guide is also a great reference tool after you've completed the course. Upon completion you will receive ... * A Certificate of Completion from the University of Georgia * 14 University of Georgia Continuing Education Units (CEUs), equivalent to 140 hours of training General Information: The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education is committed to providing lifelong learning opportunities that develop intellectual and human potential. Training and professional development programs can be tailored to meet your business needs; on-site and customized programs are available. Contact the department of Certificate Programs, University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education, at 706-542-6692 for more information. Register Now The Department of Certificate Programs University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education Conference Center & Hotel 1197 Lumpkin Street Suite 196 Athens Georgia 30602-3603 USA +1-706-542-6692 All contents copyright © 2006. University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education Conference Center & Hotel. All rights reserved. URL: http://www.georgiacenter.uga.edu/is/stm/index.phtml |
