PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Physical therapists work with people who
have injuries or are recovering from surgery.
They usually serve the general public, but it’s possible
to develop a specialization in sports.
Average Salary: $87,930
Education Requirements: A Doctor of Physical
Therapy Degree (DPT) and a license in the state where
you’re practicing.
HEAD COACH
While most folks won’t become the head
coach of professional sports teams, you can still
coach at the high school or college level. There’s good
news and bad news on the salary front, but if you want
to dream big, head coaches in college and pro football
commonly make seven-figure incomes.
Average Salary: $33,780
Education Requirements: A bachelor’s degree and
consistent participation in the sport you hope to coach.
TEAM TRAINER
Team trainers work at preventing, diag-
nosing, and treating muscle and bone injuries
and illnesses by working with team members on an
ongoing basis. Their job is to keep the athletes healthy
and able to perform with certain injuries.
Average Salary: $47,510
Education Requirements: A bachelor’s degree relat-
ed to the field.
SPORTS MEDICINE
DOCTOR
Doctors who specialize in sports medicine,
sports-related surgery, and the prevention of injury.
Average Salary: $228,398
Education Requirements: Medical school, as well as
any state licensing requirements.
MEDIA SPORTS
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
A media director coordinates broadcast activ-
ities, handles program scheduling and event coverage,
and works with production personnel in assessing the
length and content of media presentations.
Average Salary: $71,309
Education Requirements: A bachelor’s degree and
several years’ experience working in a media-related
capacity.
SPORTS
PHOTOGRAPHER
It’s definitely not one of the higher-paying
sports-related jobs, but if you love photography and
sports, this can be the perfect career for you.
Average Salary: $35,726
Education Requirements: A bachelor's degree or
associate degree in photography or journalism.
Auburn University shared their top sports-related degree field is Fitness, Conditioning, and
Performance, stating, “Our program prepares you for a career and certification in personal training
or strength and conditioning. You will gain a solid foundation for athletic training, coaching, and
other sport-related areas. You will also complete a six hour internship with your coursework.”
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