short course which runs from late October/early November through mid-March. The tuition of the program costs between $5,000-7,000 depending on if you live in Wisconsin or Minnesota. Students may choose between a one-year or two-year certificate. More information about this program can be found at www.fisc.cals.wisc.edu For those not yet ready to commit to one of these options, enrollment in non-credit online turf management courses is a good option. These courses, which do not provide college credit, will help students explore turfgrass management without needing to make a longer-term commitment. In our region, both the Great Lakes School of Turfgrass Management and Greenkeeper University have been popular choices in this category. Summary If you are interested in learning more about these options, especially those available in Minnesota and Wisconsin, please reach out to either one of us. Talking to friends and co-workers in the turfgrass industry can also be a very helpful way to gather information about these programs.
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