1.3 CAREER OPTIONS IN PHYSICSL EDUCATION [27/05/2021]

 Mainly, there are two types of career option in the field of physical education. The first type of career option is related to teaching and coaching physical education . These are called tradition careers in physical education . The second type of career option is related to emerging careers in physical education , i.e., health related careers, administration related careers , sports performance related careers , media related careers , etc. The above mentioned careers in the field of physical education are described here.

Teaching career in physical education 
     Physical education has traditionally been considered a professional field appropriate only for those interested in teaching career . The teaching career offers many rewards to the teachers whether they are engaged in elementary school , middle school , high school , senior secondary school , colleges or universities. This career is usually considered to have many benefits. The teacher , in the field of physical education commands deep respect among the student because he makes a good contribution to society . This career provides internal satisfaction . In teaching career , there is better job security . Teaching opportunities in the field of physical education at different levels are described as follows .

Elementary School
    It has been recognised that physical education is a must in elementary school . Basic skills and attitudes can be learnt well in this period . Physical education plays a vital role in the all round development of children . Even eminent psychologists say that motor as well as sensory experiences of children are extremely important in the development of intelligence . Through the programmes of physical education , children become creative , develop self image and grow in a holistic manner . The emphasis can be placed on learning the various activities such as running, jumping, climbing, catching, kicking and striking.
In India, there is no career opportunity for physical education teachers in elementary school. Generally , the teachers of other subjects, who are not specialised in physical education, teach physical activities. This is the main drawback in India. Owing to this, Indians are lagging behind in the field of sports at world level, as physical education is compulsory in elementary school in advanced countries of the world. Such countries win laurels for their countries at world level. The government as well as society must lay stress on implementing physical education in primary school and qualified physical education teachers should be appointed in these school so that they may help in making good sportspersons and fittest citizens.

 Middle School
    Career opportunities for physical education teachers in middle schools are ample but only in the schools of big cities . In such school ,there is a separate syllabus for VI,VII and VIII classes . In government middle school , there are rare opportunities of employment for physical education teachers . Although, the subject of physical education is offered in such school, it is implemented in a formal way . In some school, where teachers of physical education are employed, they are required to teach other subject also. Consequently, it can be said that in middle school , the opportunities of jobs in the field of physical education are not sufficient. 
 
 High School
      Generally , there are a number of opportunities for job in the field of physical education in government and private/public high school . Specialised teachers of physical education are appointed in such school . They are required to teach theory and practicals of physical education . They are also required to prepare various of sports for inter school competitions.

  Senior Secondary School 
        It is a common practice throughout the country to engage special teachers of physical education in senior secondary school . In some school , lecturers in physical education are appointed to teach theory.  Physical education is an optional subject in government and senior secondary public school . These teachers are required to maintain discipline in school . They also need to prepare various teams of sports for inter school tournaments. There are ample opportunities of jobs in such school.

    College and Universit:
       There are many job opportunities to teach physical education in colleges and universities. Physical education is an option subject in colleges. There are various professional courses in physical education in a number of college , such as certificate course in  physical education {CPEd}, Diploma course in physical Education {DPEd},Bachelor degree in Physical Education {BPEd}, Cerificate Course in Yoga, BSc in Physical Education and sports and Master degree in Physical Education {MPEd or MA in physical education}and MPhil, etc. PhD in physical education is associated with universities and some renowned colleges. Prerequisite qualification is Master degree and NETin physical education to teach physical education in college. Preference is given to PhD degree holders. To teach at the university level, PhD research work and publishing of book are also essential qualification along with college level qualification. At the college level, preparation of various teams of sports is also an associated job, whereas at university level, only teaching is required. At the university level and college level (some professional colleges), teachers are required to teach various subject, such as Research Methodology, Test and Measurement, sports psychology, sports sociology, sports Biomechanics, sports Medicine, Exercise Physiology, Organisation and Administration, etc. 
 Teaching in non school settings, such as teaching in sports clubs, teaching in youth and community organisations, teaching in centres for elders, teaching in resorts, etc. are applicable in USA, UK, germany, France, japan and Russia. In India, fewer job opprtunities are availble in this field as compared to other countries.
 Administration related careers 
    Owing to increased sports participation and sports related business, there is a need for individuals trained in sports management. Now administration related career opportunities are available in various field, such as sports administration, management of sports clubs and facilities, sports marketing and promotion, etc. In western countries and universities offer undergraduate and postgraduate degree in sports management but in India it is the beginning stage. Though management and administration are taught as a subject at both levels (UG and PG) in the field of physical education, there are various field within physical education where administration is required.
 In fact, administration are required not only in teaching areas but also in areas not connected with teaching such as sports programmmes. The careers related to administration in physical education are as follows.
 Department of Physical Education
   There are may universities and colleges in India, where various courses of physical education are being taught. In such department, the administration lies in the hands of chairman or head. He/She is the sole administrator of the teaching department. Teachers of physical education and other clerical staff work under the chairperson/head. The senior teacher of the department usually acts as the chairman. In India, there is no need for separate management qualification for such a post, it is typically based on seniority.
  Sports Facilities Management
    There are always a number of people and organisations who want to have sports facilities, where they can do exercise for remaining healthy and fit or for the purpose of recreation. They want to get facility of gymnasiu, health club, fitness center, stadium, sports complex, ice arenas, and aquatic centre or swimming pool. In such field, facilities manager may perform all the responsibilities by himself/herself or may have assistants or several staff members under his/her direction. He/She may have to perform additional responsibilities, for example, in a health or fitness club, the facilities manager may also teach exercise classes or monitor individuals workout. His/She main responsibilities is the safety of individuals using the facility. He/She should be sure that the facility and equipment are maintained according to the accepted standards. In stadiums, the facilities manager must ensure the safety and well being of spetators and participants. Job opportunities are growing rapidly in this field.
                                                                

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