Career and Professional Development Chapter 10

Objectives Identify career opportunities in physical education, exercise science, and sport. Be able to self-assess strengths, interests, goals, and career preferences. Identify leadership skills for professionals in the field of physical education, exercise science, and sport. List professional organizations in physical education, exercise science, and sport.

Growth of Career Opportunities Greater societal interest and knowledge demands a need for competent professionals to design, lead, and evaluate physical activity programs. Changing definition of physical education that has further developed subdisciplines and the need for professionals in those areas.

Career Opportunities 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, Resort Sport Management, etc. Sport Media careers Journalism, Photography, Writing, Art, Broadcasting, etc. Sport-Related careers Law, Research, Consulting, Officiating, Entrepreneur, etc.

Creating Career Opportunities Area of Study Age Population Setting Career

Choosing a Career Take some of the anxiety away from choosing a career by thinking about these concepts... Select a “career pathway” as opposed to a specific job; there are many jobs to pursue within a given career area. A career choice can be changed; it is not a lifelong commitment. Evaluate your career satisfaction periodically. Know your strengths, interests, goals, and preferences before making a decision.

Career Decision-Making Process Reflect on your thoughts in these categories before making a decision... Self-assessment of strengths and abilities. Personal and professional goals. Work and lifestyle preferences. Career requirements.

Maximizing Professional Preparation Professional preparation is the attainment of knowledge necessary to be an educated person and that which is essential to understanding the chosen career field. Education Practicums Certifications Professional Courses Personal development Related experiences Professional involvement

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

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

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. Interactive nature of leadership---not all leadership characteristics are necessary in every situation. Know the time and place to lead! Importance of leadership within the field

Leadership Qualities Intelligence Assertion Empathy Intrinsic motivation Flexibility Ambition Self-confidence Optimism Hard work Determination Perseverance Concern for people Respect for others Excellent communication skills Knowledge of the field (Weinberg and Gould) (Anshel)

Attributes Of A Skillful Leader Integrity, Trustworthiness Well-defined goals Flexible Self-control Commitment Competence Develops a “vision” Goal Assessment Effective communicator Motivates people Problem-solving skills Opportunistic Courageous Peterson & Bryant

Leadership Skills (McIntyre) Peer skills Group and individual peer relationships. Leadership skills Variety of leadership styles; skills in planning, performance evaluation, morale building Conflict resolution skills Resolve conflict in a positive manner. Information- processing skills Manage and evaluate information Decision-making skills Problem identification and outcome selection and evaluation Introspective skills Sensitive to one’s behavior and its effects on others.

Principles of Effective Leadership ( Mack) Create a vision and commitment. Maintain integrity. Lead by example. Give credit for success and accept responsibility for failure. Praise group contributions. Communicate effectively. Delegate. Practice the Golden Rule. Create an environment for self-motivation.

Leadership Roles (Smith) Vision role Communicate vision Create a mission statement and set specific goals leading to its attainment Relationship role Foster relationships that help goal achievement Gain support Control role Prioritize activities and determine needed resources. Decision-making, delegation, and conflict management. Encouragement role Recognize the contributions of members to the group. Reinforce efforts through incentives and rewards. Support actions that move the group towards the goal. Information role Maintain channels of communication. Make sure members of group have necessary information to fulfill responsibilities.

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

Belonging to Professional Organizations Provides... Opportunity for service. Opportunity to shape the future. A channel of communication. A means for interpreting the field. A source of help and assistance. An opportunity for fellowship. A forum for research. A means for distributing costs. Employment opportunities.

AAHPERD Committed to developing and maintaining healthy, active lifestyles for all Americans and to enhancing professional development of members Comprises 6 national organizations: AALR, AAHE, AAALF, NAGWS, NASPE, NDA Research Consortium Publications: JOPERD, Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, Strategies, Update, and Health Education 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, and the 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 it 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)

Sport Organizations for Coaches and Professionals Examples for swim coaches: American Swimming Coaches Association Aquatics Exercise Association United States Masters Swimming United States Diving National Interscholastic Swimming Coaches Examples for professionals interested in tennis: Intercollegiate Tennis Coaches Association Sports On Wheels United States Professional Tennis Association United States Tennis Association Women’s Tennis Association