Notes on employment for Athletes, coaches, umpires, and related workers

  • Work hours are often irregular; travel may be extensive.
  • Career-ending injuries are always a risk for athletes.
  • Job opportunities for coaches, sports instructors, umpires, referees, and sports officials will be best in high school and other amateur sports.
  • Competition for professional athlete jobs will continue to be extremely intense; athletes who seek to compete professionally must have extraordinary talent, desire, and dedication to training.





More information on Athletes, coaches, umpires, and related workers from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook
Overview of Athletes, coaches, umpires, and related workers occupation
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Significant points for Athletes, coaches, umpires, and related workers
Training requirements for Athletes, coaches, umpires, and related workers




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