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Job Definition
View MovieCompete in athletic events.
Job Zone

Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. Some may require a bachelor's degree.

Interests
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Knowledge
Skills
Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Tasks
Assess performance following athletic competition, identifying strengths and weaknesses, and making adjustments to improve future performance.
Attend scheduled practice and training sessions.
Exercise and practice under the direction of athletic trainers or professional coaches, in order to develop skills, improve physical condition, and prepare for competitions.
Maintain optimum physical fitness levels by training regularly, following nutrition plans, and consulting with health professionals.
Participate in athletic events and competitive sports, according to established rules and regulations.
Receive instructions from coaches and other sports staff prior to events, and discuss their performance afterwards.
Lead teams by serving as captains.
Maintain equipment used in a particular sport.
Represent teams or professional sports clubs, performing such activities as meeting with members of the media, making speeches, or participating in charity events.
Wages

In 2008, the California average annual wage was $97,090.00.

Most people employed in this occupation were paid between $17,420.00 and $166,400.00.

Outlook

During 2006, there were approximately 1,600 people employed in this field in California. It is projected that there will be 1,900 employed in 2016. This occupation will have about 30 openings due to growth and about 40 replacement openings for approximately 70 total annual openings. This occupation .

Colleges and Training
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Health and Physical Education, General - A general program that focuses on activities and principles that promote physical fitness, achieve and maintain athletic prowess, and accomplish related research and service goals. Includes instruction in human movement studies, motivation studies, rules and practice of specific sports, exercise and fitness principles and techniques, basic athletic injury prevention and treatment, and organizing and leading fitness and sports programs.
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