Career and Professional Development Chapter 11 Career and Professional Development Copyright © 2015 McGraw-Hill Education. All rights reserved. No reproduction or distribution without the prior written consent of McGraw-Hill Education.

Growth of Career Opportunities Greater societal interest in physical activity, fitness and sport creates need for competent professionals to design, lead, and evaluate these programs. Expanded definition of physical education has further developed subdisciplines and the need for professionals in those areas.

Career Opportunities ... Plentiful Physical Education and Coaching careers School and nonschool settings Fitness- and Health-related careers Cardiac Rehabilitation Personal Trainer Corporate Fitness Athletic Trainer Sport Management careers Athletic Administration Sport Retailing Sport Media careers Journalism Photography Broadcasting Sport-related careers Law Agency Entrepreneur

Creating Career Opportunities Population Career Setting Culture SES Age Abilities Etc. Certification Specialization Sub-discipline Job Opportunities Area of Study

Choosing a Career Select a “career pathway” as opposed to a specific job – this increases opportunities. Career choices can be changed; it is not a lifelong commitment. Evaluate your career satisfaction periodically. Know your strengths, interests, goals, and preferences and consider them in choosing a career

Career Decision-Making Process Reflect on... Strengths and abilities. Personal and professional goals. Work and lifestyle preferences. Career requirements.

Maximizing Professional Preparation Education Coursework Practicums Certifications Personal Development Skills and Abilities Interests Related Experiences Work Volunteer Professional Involvement Organizations Workshops Networking Professional Preparation

Transferable Skills Speaking Writing Teaching/ Instructing Interviewing Public relations Leadership Budget management Negotiating Organizing Computer and analytical skills

Professional Preparation Timetable A 4-year timeline focusing on these 10 areas is suggested to prepare for a professional career. Academic Career goals Campus activities Professional activities Volunteer activities Related work Practicum Career planning Networking Certifications Application For Employment For Graduate School

Your Online Presence How much thought have you given to your online presence? If prospective employers or graduate admission officers goggled your name, what would they find? Before your internship or student teaching, take the time to scrutinize your online presence. Manage your online presence so it presents a positive, professional image

Creating a Positive Online Professional Profile Google your name and all its’ variations Check all your privacy settings on all your accounts – make sure they are private Remove less favorable images that come up in a search Remove or hide tweets, blogs and web pages that convey less than a positive impression of yourself.

Your Online Professional Image Use your online presence and social media to maximize your professional opportunities and to network.  Use the same professional profile photo in all your professional social media sites. Use LinkedIn or other job and resume sites to showcase your professional qualifications. Take advantage of the social media to interact with other professionals. Get a professional email. Use your name or some variation in creating your professional email account. Use your online presence and social media to maximize your professional opportunities and to network.  Use the same professional profile photo in all your professional social media sites. Use LinkedIn or other job and resume sites to showcase your professional qualifications. Be consistent in your information on your resume and what is have posted online. Take advantage of the social media to interact with other professionals. Take part in a discussion, ask for advice, and/or volunteer to assist with special projects. For example, go beyond just “Liking” a Facebook page or joining a group; contribute and interact, taking advantage of these online networking opportunities. Lastly, get a professional email. While “born2partee” may be a great user name, it falls short in terms of creating a professional impression. Use your name or some variation in creating your professional email account.

Attaining a Professional Position Resume-building Portfolio Placement file Searching for a job Applying for a job Interviewing Follow-up

Leadership “The art of influencing people to work together harmoniously to achieve set goals that they endorse.” Effective leadership is a skill that can be learned. Leadership is interactive -- not all leadership characteristics are necessary in every situation. Leadership is critical within the field, both now and in the future.

Professionalism Commitment to the field Professional competence and conduct Possession of required credentials Adhere to ethical standards Accountability Cultural competency Role modeling Involvement Service

Professionalism According to Sherrill, professionalism is “manifested in SERVICE to one’s place of employment, SERVICE to the community, SERVICE to one’s professional organizations, and SERVICE to one’s discipline or body of knowledge (generating, using, and disseminating research) justifying and strengthening the existence of the profession.” “SERVICE is the closest synonym to professionalism.”

Why Belong to a Professional Organization? Opportunity for service Opportunity to shape the future Opportunity to gain new skills and knowledge A means for interpreting the field Access to sources of help and assistance Opportunity for fellowship A forum for research A means for distributing costs Employment opportunities

SHAPE America Society of Health and Physical Educators or SHAPE America, formerly AAHPERD Aims Promoting health among population Identifying standards of excellence in physical education and health education Fostering habits of young people Influencing policy related to physical education and school health education SHAPE America - AAHPERD Website

ACSM Promote and integrate “scientific research, education, and practical applications of sports medicine and exercise science to enhance physical performance, fitness, health, and quality of life.” Publications: Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise Sports Medicine Bulletin Encyclopedia of Sport Sciences and Medicine. ACSM Website

NATA To “enhance the quality of health care for athletes, and those engaged in physical activity, and to advance the profession of athletic training through education and research in the prevention, evaluation, management, and rehabilitation of injuries.” Established standards for athletic trainers through its education and certification programs. Publications: Journal of Athletic Training NATA News NATA Website

Subdiscipline Organizations North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity (NASPSPA) The International Association for the Philosophy of Sport (IAPS) North American Society for Sport History (NASSH) North American Society for the Sociology of Sport (NASSS) North American Society for Sport Management (NASSM)