KIN 101 Ch 5 Quiz
Which of the following would not be an influencing factor on a person's career choice?
All of the above could be influencing factors.
Career opportunities in the exercise and sport science are limited.
False
College coaches must have earned at least a master's degree.
False
It is illegal (violation of state laws) for physical educators to teach classes in the public schools outside their major field.
False
More teachers desire coaching positions in the schools than there are available teams to coach.
False
Most careers in fitness fields offer lucrative salaries and traditional working hours.
False
Personal lifestyle preferences have nothing to do with choosing a career.
False
Work hours for intramural/campus recreation specialists are normally 8 am to 5 pm.
False
For this career, a person needs skills in interviewing, writing, and the willingness to work under the pressure of deadlines.
sports journalism
A need exists for physical education, exercise science, and sport professionals prepared to provide recreational and leisure activities for senior citizens.
True
An important criterion for continuation in a job is the level of personal fulfillment and satisfaction.
True
Before choosing a career, it is important to assess your personal lifestyle preferences.
True
Careers in fitness may include leadership, instruction, and exercise prescription in clinical, club, and specialized settings.
True
Careers in sport broadcasting, sport journalism, and sport photography reflect the interdependence of sports and the media.
True
Careers in sport management could include sales positions for sport clothing and sporting equipment.
True
Continuing education or lifelong learning of new knowledge and skills is beneficial for career advancement.
True
Individuals with degrees in sport management find jobs in professional and college sport programs, recreation departments, corporate fitness centers, and commercial sport businesses.
True
Many corporate fitness centers provide individually prescribed exercise programs, health appraisals, and stress management workshops.
True
Social skills, sales ability, and sport expertise are important credentials for careers in health and fitness clubs.
True
Sport management degrees provide important preparation for administering golf courses, bowling lanes, gymnastics schools, tennis camps, and swimming centers.
True
In which of the following undergraduate majors or graduate specializations would a student prepare for a career in corporate fitness?
Exercise science or exercise physiology
A bachelor's degree in physical education, recreation, sport management, or exercise science is required to become an instructor in outdoor education.
False
An elementary physical education teacher must be licensed to teach.
False
Because athletic programs at large universities have become businesses, coaches increasingly have earned master's degrees in sport management.
False
Which of the following career areas is associated with the leisure services field?
private sports club
