What does Level 2 (provincial) certification require?
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- Golf Canada
- Rules Education
- Rules of Golf
- Level 1-3 officials
- 2026
- Rules officials
Level 2 is delivered by the provincial golf associations (PAs). It covers the more important playing rules in detail, plus on-course demonstrations, for people involved in or wanting to be involved in tournament administration.
- Eligibility: Level 1 certified (online)
- Attend and score at least 80% on the provincial exam, administered by the PA
- Complete 50 hours of on-course refereeing experience
- Complete an additional 10 hours accompanying a nationally certified Referee at a championship
- Hours are tracked on the online Level 2 Tournament Work Record. National accompanying opportunities are listed on the Golf Canada competitions schedule or available through your PA.
Added 25 Oct 2026