Overview
Athletes participate in competitive sports events on an amateur or professional basis. They play team sports such as hockey, baseball, football and lacrosse; or compete in individual sports such as skiing, figure skating, boxing or track and field; or in games such as poker or chess. They are employed by professional team organizations or they may be self-employed.
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Train under the direction of a coach or trainer to qualify for competition
Attend scheduled practice and training sessions
Participate in local, regional, provincial, national or international competitions and sporting events
Assess performance after an event to identify strengths and weaknesses.
Employment prospects
Annual salary
$41,712
$58,397
$128,098
Job openings
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British Columbia
130expected job openings (5-year forecast)
Education and training
Employment requirements
Demonstrated ability in a particular sport, or type of game, is required.
Extensive training under the supervision of a coach is required.
Certification with a particular sports federation may be required.
Certification requirements
Post-secondary programs in B.C.
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