Kinesiology Chapter 5

Physical Therapy

Professionals in this career help individuals rehabilitate from injuries and disabling conditions.

Sport Journalism

For this career, a person needs skills in interviewing, writing, and the willingness to work under the pressure of deadlines

University professor in one of the exercise and sport sciences

This career requires a doctor's degree and research productivity for tenure.

False

True or False Because athletic programs at large universities have become businesses, coaches increasingly have earned master's degrees in sport management.

True

True or False Becoming a compliance officer in intercollegiate athletics is an example of a career choice for a sport manager.

True

True or False Before choosing a career, it is important to assess your personal lifestyle preferences.

False

True or False Career opportunities in the exercise and sport science are limited.

True

True or False Continuing education or lifelong learning of new knowledge and skills is beneficial for career advancement.

False

True or False It is illegal (violation of state laws) for physical educators to teach classes in the public schools outside their major field.

False

True or False More teachers desire coaching positions in the schools than there are available teams to coach.

False

True or False The career choice made in college is critically important since seldom does a person change careers during a lifetime.

False

True or False The director of a cardiac rehabilitation program must be certified as a personal trainer.

True

True or False The opportunity to be responsible for other people and their performance could be a factor contributing to career choice.

False

True or False Work hours for intramural/campus recreation specialists are normally 8 am to 5 pm.

True

True or False An important criterion for continuation in a job is the level of personal fulfillment and satisfaction

True

True or False Careers in fitness may include leadership, instruction, and exercise prescription in clinical, club, and specialized settings.

Exercise Science or exercise physiology

In which of the following undergraduate majors or graduate specializations would a student prepare for a career in corporate fitness?

Private Sport Club

Which of the following career areas is associated with the leisure services field?

Facility Management

Which of the following would not be a responsibility of a director of sport marketing?

All of the above

Which of the following would not be an influencing factor on a person's career choice?