Athlete

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Pursue your passion for sports and compete at the highest levels.
Inspire others and achieve greatness through dedication and skill.
Experience the thrill of constant improvement and personal growth.

💰 Earn $0-$0

📚 NO DEGREE REQUIRED

⏱️ 6–12 MONTH TRAINING

📈 11.1% JOB GROWTH

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What You’ll Do

Compete in athletic events. Becoming a professional athlete requires years of specialized training, including rigorous physical conditioning, skill development, significant commitment of time and resources, and competitive experience tailored to the chosen sport. The role of formal education in this journey varies; some athletes prioritize it alongside their training, while others may delay or adapt their education based on their athletic career's demands and timeline.

Assess performance following athletic competition, identifying strengths and weaknesses and making adjustments to improve future performance.
Maintain equipment used in a particular sport.
Attend scheduled practice or training sessions.
Maintain optimum physical fitness levels by training regularly, following nutrition plans, or consulting with health professionals.
Participate in athletic events or competitive sports, according to established rules and regulations.

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Minimum Education

None

Career Prospects

Excellent (Increasing by 5% or more)

Training Time

6 months to 1 year

Job Openings

3,400 Annually

Median Earnings

$70,280 Nationally

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Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

Influencing or leading others
Working with my hands

You are skilled in 💫

Active Listening
Reading Comprehension
Social Perceptiveness
Speaking
Writing

You value 🙏

Accomplishing things
Personal relationships
Receiving recognition

Deep Dive

Athlete

Explore career pathways, key skills, and what each role has to offer.

Pathways to this Career

Learn about the education and training paths that can lead to this career — and what to expect from each one.

Bachelor's Degree

A bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 4-5+ years

Associate's Degree

An associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 2-3 years

Vocational School

A vocational school typically equips students with specialized skills and practical training in specific trades or occupations, enhancing their employability and providing direct pathways to relevant careers.

🎓 Skills-Focused

⏱️ FINISH IN 6 months - 2 years