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Coaches and Scouts

Median Salary
45,910
Job Outlook
+9%
In-Demand

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Instruct or coach groups or individuals in the fundamentals of sports for the primary purpose of competition. Demonstrate techniques and methods of participation. May evaluate athletes' strengths and weaknesses as possible recruits or to improve the athletes' technique to prepare them for competition. Those required to hold teaching certifications should be reported in the appropriate teaching category.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

54%

Private not for profit

17%

State and local government

16%

Self-employed

13%

Federal Government

0%

What is the job outlook?

Employment of coaches and scouts is projected to grow 9 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 41,800 openings for coaches and scouts are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$32,330

10%

$45,910

Median

$76,970

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree

    48%

  • Master's degree

    19%

  • Associate's degree

    17%

  • High school

    8%

  • Less than high school

    3%

  • Doctoral degree

    1%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
  • Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
  • Performance and Sport Psychology
  • Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    High

  • Leadership

    High

  • Technology Design and Control

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Math and Science Skills

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Education and Training
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Psychology
  • Personnel and Human Resources
  • English Language

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Level Of Competition

    High

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Mid

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Decision Making

    Mid

  • Physical Activity

    Mid

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.