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Athletes and Sports Competitors

District Of Columbia

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Compete in athletic events.

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Currently Employed: 132

Yearly Projected Openings: 10

Typical Hourly Wage: Not Available

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Typical education needed for entry: High school diploma or equivalent

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: None

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: Long-term on-the-job training

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Attend scheduled practice or training sessions.
Participate in athletic events or competitive sports, according to established rules and regulations.
Exercise or practice under the direction of athletic trainers or professional coaches to develop skills, improve physical condition, or prepare for competitions.
Maintain equipment used in a particular sport.
Lead teams by serving as captain.
Maintain optimum physical fitness levels by training regularly, following nutrition plans, or consulting with health professionals.
Assess performance following athletic competition, identifying strengths and weaknesses and making adjustments to improve future performance.
Receive instructions from coaches and other sports staff prior to events, and discuss their performance afterwards.
Represent teams or professional sports clubs, performing such activities as meeting with members of the media, making speeches, or participating in charity events.