The Golfing Machine Education Program is divided into three degrees with advancing difficulty. The third degree is the GSED or Doctorate degree. The GSED course is the culmination of the GSEB and GSEM levels. It is designed specifically for each instructor, based on his/her teaching goals.
To apply for the Doctorate program, you must:
- be a practicing GSEM for a minimum of 4 years
- be an Authorized Instructor in good standing**
- submit three letters of reference
- submit a video lesson (specifics to be discussed with each student)
- submit an essay (specifics to be discussed with each student)
To successfully complete the course and receive the GSED, you must:
- pass a written test, and oral exam
- submit an essay
- submit career achievement credentials in support of this degree
- present your essay at The Golfing Machine's Teaching Summit.
Contact us for information on eligibility, total number of class hours, MSR credits, and tuition.
Classes are held in various locations around the world. You can view a Class Schedule or Register here. Need more information? Call us toll-free at (877) 647-G.O.L.F. (4653). Outside the US, you can call +1 503-641-0290.
* Authorized Instructors are required to sign an Authorized Instructor Agreement and renew their Authorization on an annual basis for a fee of $150.00 (USD). By signing the agreement and paying the annual fee, you can use the term and logo, “The Golfing Machine Authorized Instructor”, in your promotional material. As an Authorized Instructor of The Golfing Machine, you are provided access to: a listing on The Golfing Machine website, exclusive continuing education courses, additional information from the “Authorized Instructor Only” section of our website, invitation to the Annual Teaching Summit, discounts on The Golfing Machine merchandise, networking opportunities, and our teaching staff when questions arise.
** To be considered an Authorized Instructor in good standing, you must sign your agreement and pay your annual fee each consecutive year following your successful completion of the GSEB Level II course.
