Being fit is an essential part of people’s lives but finding the time to do so can be a challenge. If you have a passion for a healthy lifestyle and you want to lead the way in helping others in their fitness goals, you might want to consider a major in sports and fitness administration.
Education
According to the College Board, this major typically leads to a bachelor’s degree. This major can lead to future careers that involve running athletic programs, sports teams, health clubs and gyms. As a student in this major, you will likely take courses including fitness program management, history of sports, kinesiology and sports law. You should also be prepared to take a class on sports marketing to learn the basics of management, budgeting and the use of promotional materials.
What to know before you apply
Students should be interested in various aspects of the sports profession including law, health, business and science. When researching colleges, students should look for schools that offer personalized attention, the ability to do internships or practice running an event at a local venue, and have a strong alumni network to use for future connections.
Salary
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average annual income for coaches and scouts was $28,360 as of 2012. Average annual income for agents and business managers of athletes was $96,410 as of 2012.
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