APPLICATIONS OPEN SEPTEMBER 2026

The UMass Winter School for Turf Managers is a fully online, intensive 110+ hour certificate program designed to convey essential concepts for producing and maintaining well-performing turf surfaces, with emphasis on environmental stewardship, input reduction, efficiency, and fiscal responsibility. This comprehensive, dynamic short course (over 8 weeks) is geared to professionals such as those associated with the management of fine lawns and landscapes; golf courses; sports surfaces; parks; municipal, institutional, or private grounds; or sales and support to these industry segments.

The program is uniquely suited for professionals with some experience who are seeking career advancement, but lack formal education in turf science, and for whom a two- or four-year degree program is not the current best choice. For those who may aspire to a relevant degree in the future, Winter School is a great first step. The course is also often a good fit for motivated career changers who want to establish a solid foundation for entering the field of turf management.

Website HERE. Cost $3,100. This is a non-credit course offered by the University of Massachusetts.