Career after B.A Physical Education

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Physical education is the field which includes the interdisciplinary study of diverse areas in science related to the physical knowledge and skills. This field can be said as an integral part of the entire education process. Those who complete their graduation in physical education are called physical education trainers. These trainers mainly focus more on the physical fitness activities than the usually organized sports.  

The duties of the physical education trainers include teaching and guide various exercises for individuals or groups, organizing physical training classes, conduct games, coach students in various activities like games and athletics. This particular field is involved in the improvement of physical education programmes. Those who have a high passion in sports and related field are most suitable for the physical education courses. Opportunities are also abundant for them in this field.

Numerous universities have now introduced the physical education courses owing to the significance of sports and physical education as a good career option. B.A Physical education is one such course offered by the universities at under graduate level. There are diverse specialized fields in this physical education course. Some of them are

  • Sports Administration
  • Biomechanics-Kinesiology
  • Coaching
  • Physical Therapy
  • Research
  • Sport Psychology
  • Sport Sociology
  • Sports Medicine
  • Training
  • Measurement-Evaluation

Career in Private sector after B.A Physical Education

Many good sports persons are now employed in various private sector enterprises. Physical education graduates have ample choices in the private sector organizations related to this field. They can find jobs as physical education trainers in private schools, colleges, etc. They are also recruited in other fields such as marketing, medical facilities, journalism, health and fitness centers, etc. Some of the job roles they can perform in these fields are

  • Activities Director
  • Athletic Coach
  • Cardiovascular Fitness Instructor
  • Community/ Commercial Recreation
  • Corporate Fitness Instructor
  • Nutrition Specialist
  • Personal Trainer
  • Rehabilitation Specialist/Physical Therapist
  • Social Director
  • Teacher

Government Career after B.A Physical Education

The B.A physical education graduates have opportunities in government sectors also. They can join as physical trainers in government schools, universities, etc. or as the trainers for coaching the sports team. They can even represent the sporting events and games in various tournaments and matches organized under government departments.

Career Abroad after B.A Physical Education

Physical education graduates have ample opportunities in overseas as well. Many private firms and educational institutions abroad take in these graduates.

Long term Career roadmap for B.A Physical Education Graduates

Career as a coach or physical trainers is one of the main options for these graduates in this field. But this is considered only as an entry level job and they can find expert jobs as physiotherapists or as lecturers anywhere in the world. A B.A physical education graduate can join in health centers that are opening in various fields like hotels, clubs, etc. as fitness experts. Apart from these they can also work as coaches for corporate sports teams.

 
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    Karthik:

    After completion of Bachelor of Physical Education,what are the opportunities to join the Armed Forces as an Officer