Golfer

Golfers play golf professionally in tournaments, or as a resident professional, and organise golf-related activities.

Overview

Golfers play golf professionally in tournaments, or as a resident professional, and organise golf-related activities.

maintains a high degree of expertise in golf
attends regular practice sessions and undertakes private training to maintain the required standard of fitness
decides on strategies in consultation with coaches
assesses other competitors and conditions at venues
competes in golfing events
adheres to the rules and regulations associated with golf
undertakes sports promotional activities and television appearances.

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Occupation snapshot

Average salary

Not available

Current vacancies

Future demand

Strong

Primary industries

You need advanced golfing skill to work as a Golfer. Formal qualifications might be useful but aren't essential. The Professional Golfers Association has a trainee program, that results in a formal Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualification.