Coaches and Scouts
Instruct or coach groups or individuals in the fundamentals of sports for the primary purpose of competition. Demonstrate techniques and methods of participation. May evaluate athletes' strengths and weaknesses as possible recruits or to improve the athletes' technique to prepare them for competition. Those required to hold teaching certifications should be reported in the appropriate teaching category.Salary by State
| State Name | Employment | Annual Salary | Hourly Salary | |
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| Alabama | 2,970 | $48,260 | N/A | |
| Alaska | 440 | $43,370 | N/A | |
| Arizona | 2,500 | $54,150 | N/A | |
| Arkansas | 1,640 | $43,300 | N/A | |
| California | 15,350 | $57,210 | N/A | |
| Colorado | 3,690 | $50,240 | N/A | |
| Connecticut | 3,110 | $56,710 | N/A | |
| Delaware | 600 | $46,180 | N/A | |
| District of Columbia | 490 | $72,260 | N/A | |
| Florida | 9,950 | $48,090 | N/A | |
| Georgia | 4,100 | $43,700 | N/A | |
| Hawaii | 1,150 | $60,370 | N/A | |
| Idaho | 1,430 | $44,460 | N/A | |
| Illinois | 8,120 | $45,050 | N/A | |
| Indiana | 5,260 | $43,350 | N/A | |
| Iowa | 3,450 | $39,670 | N/A | |
| Kansas | 3,440 | $38,840 | N/A | |
| Kentucky | 1,830 | $53,480 | N/A | |
| Louisiana | 1,830 | $46,700 | N/A | |
| Maine | 1,200 | $44,790 | N/A | |
| Maryland | 2,840 | $53,370 | N/A | |
| Massachusetts | 5,320 | $63,160 | N/A | |
| Michigan | 8,120 | $46,000 | N/A | |
| Minnesota | 4,660 | $48,150 | N/A | |
| Mississippi | 1,360 | $52,420 | N/A | |
| Missouri | 4,630 | $43,420 | N/A | |
| Montana | 1,500 | $36,020 | N/A | |
| Nebraska | 1,040 | $49,150 | N/A | |
| Nevada | 880 | $47,130 | N/A | |
| New Hampshire | 800 | $47,500 | N/A | |
| New Jersey | 5,330 | $66,200 | N/A | |
| New Mexico | 590 | $48,710 | N/A | |
| New York | 12,310 | $58,470 | N/A | |
| North Carolina | 5,390 | $49,940 | N/A | |
| North Dakota | 1,010 | $41,350 | N/A | |
| Ohio | 8,820 | $50,510 | N/A | |
| Oklahoma | 2,270 | $39,440 | N/A | |
| Oregon | 2,920 | $50,080 | N/A | |
| Pennsylvania | 8,680 | $51,640 | N/A | |
| Rhode Island | 820 | $53,680 | N/A | |
| South Carolina | 3,100 | $51,810 | N/A | |
| South Dakota | 1,100 | $41,310 | N/A | |
| Tennessee | 4,320 | $44,560 | N/A | |
| Texas | 11,260 | $52,260 | N/A | |
| Utah | 2,210 | $42,430 | N/A | |
| Vermont | 470 | $60,280 | N/A | |
| Virginia | 6,600 | $53,670 | N/A | |
| Washington | 8,660 | $51,770 | N/A | |
| West Virginia | 870 | $53,480 | N/A | |
| Wisconsin | 2,970 | $41,570 | N/A | |
| Wyoming | 320 | $56,420 | N/A |
Education
The programs listed below are typically the education paths that can land you this kind of job.
A program that prepares individuals to teach physical education programs and/or to coach sports at various educational levels.
A general program that focuses on activities and principles that promote physical fitness, achieve and maintain athletic prowess, and accomplish related research and service goals. Includes instruction in human movement studies, motivation studies, rules and practice of specific sports, exercise and fitness principles and techniques, basic athletic injury prevention and treatment, and organizing and leading fitness and sports programs.
A program that prepares individuals to apply business, coaching and physical education principles to the organization, administration and management of athletic programs and teams, fitness/rehabilitation facilities and health clubs, sport recreation services, and related services. Includes instruction in program planning and development; business and financial management principles; sales, marketing and recruitment; event promotion, scheduling and management; facilities management; public relations; legal aspects of sports; and applicable health and safety standards.
A program that focuses on the motor, physiological, and psychosocial aspects of sport behavior. Includes instruction in applied sport psychology, clinical mental health counseling, coaching, exercise physiology, ethical performance enhancement; human development, leadership and team building, mind-body practices, neuroscience, and personality and health.
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$50,550 per yearNational average salaryVery HighJob growth rate
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Bachelor's degreeTypical education requirement
Educational Attainment
The following chart shows the highest education level completed by those working as coaches and scouts.
- Less than high school 1%
- High school graduate 10%
- College dropout 17%
- Associate’s degree 6%
- Bachelor’s degree 40%
- Master’s degree 23%
- Doctorate degree 3%
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