Job Skills Course Introduction EAST KIMBERLEY Employment Training Leadership JOB PATHWAYS.
Job Activities and Employment in Exercise Science
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JOB ACTIVITIES AND EMPLOYMENT IN EXERCISE SCIENCE
Introduction to Career Exploration
ARE YOU SUITED FOR A CAREER IN ES? ES is a diverse field with many potential career
opportunities which seem to be continually expanding
a goal of this class is to begin exploring possibilities so you can determine the best fit for your interests, skills, and abilities
begin by asking some questions…
ARE YOU SUITED FOR A CAREER IN ES? Do my attitudes, values, and goals match those of a
professional? interest in helping others focus on financial success interest in administrative duties and management interest in continued education work ethic communication skills
no
don’t know
yes
consider another type of work
talk with faculty or experienced professional
continue…
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ARE YOU SUITED FOR A CAREER IN ES? Do I really enjoy and am I really interested in
physical activity? self-test (Figure 13.7) score of 22-30 indicates interest is appropriate score of 16-21 indicates interest may be appropriate score of <16 indicates might want to reconsider
no
don’t know
yes
consider alternative profession
enroll in an activity course and a core course and
reconsidercontinue…
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ARE YOU SUITED FOR A CAREER IN ES? Do my attitudes, interests, and talents match those
essential in a specific ES profession? job compatibility activity (see next slide) class and particularly observation assignment designed to
help you identify level of compatibility continue to look for match throughout program
no
don’t know
yes
consider alternative profession
seek out volunteer opportunities to determine
continue…
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JOB COMPATIBILITY ACTIVITY
Job Characteristics
and Responsibilitie
s
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Perceived Pro
Perceived Con
Current and/or Future
Degree of Match?
List Job Title:
JOB COMPATIBILITY ACTIVITY
Job Characteristics
and Responsibilitie
s
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Perceived Pro
Perceived Con
Current and/or Future
Degree of Match?
1. Work with Students
Ability to Communicate
Like to talk to others
Yes
Patience Often get Annoyed Maybe
Interest in Helping Others
Fulfilling to Help Others
Yes
2. Teaching Ability to Talk in Front of Group
Get Nervous No
List Job Title: University Professor – Sport Psych.
ARE YOU SUITED FOR A CAREER IN ES? Am I in a professional program that will prepare me for
my chosen career? consider career requirements (be proactive!) explore options for meeting through ES major coursework,
cognate hours, and internship experiences consider getting a minor or dual major
no
don’t know
yes
enroll in more appropriate curriculum
talk with faculty member in ES
continue…
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ARE YOU SUITED FOR A CAREER IN ES? How committed am I to preparing myself to be the
best professional possible? excellence in academic work early identification with the professional field becoming engaged in college/university life participation in volunteer services attending graduate school
not very committed
don’t know
very committed
select an alternative career
select an alternative career
You are on the right track!
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DO I ENJOY SCIENCE? This major is science based Evidence-based decision making is crucial
Do I accept what others tell me without investigating their evidence?
Do I accept explanations/practices because someone else used them in the past?
Do I rely on non-scientific sources of information (e.g., media, Joe at the gym, friends, Muscle and Fitness…)?
Am I superstitious?
TIPS ON CHOOSING A CAREER (BROWN, 2011) Develop a career plan, including interests and areas
of expertise. Talk to other professionals in the area, attend
conferences, go to association meetings, and network with colleagues (e.g., join and be active in the Exercise Science Club).
Consider all of your career options early in your educational process.
Make sure you prepare yourself with the correct academic courses.
Be flexible and ready to accept new challenges: ES is growing rapidly, and many new and exciting opportunities are available.