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Coaches and Scouts

Coaches teach and motivate players in individual and team sports. Scouts seek out top athletes for a team or sport.

Coaches teach individual and team sports, using their knowledge of sports techniques and players' abilities. Athletic scouts determine athletes potential for college or professional sports.

Coaches and Scouts are in the Education and Training career cluster and the Teaching and Training pathway.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Well below the statewide median

$22,179 / year    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Percent Growth   15.9%

Above statewide average    Read more about outlook

Education & Training:

 Long-term on-the-job training (more than 12 months) is common.

On the Job:

 Work Activities
  • Plan, organize, and run practice sessions.
  • Give training, encouragement, and motivation to athletes.
  • Plan game strategies and select team roster and positions.
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Job Title Examples:

 Baseball Coach,  Cross Country/Track and Field Coach,  Golf Coach 
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Source: Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and CareerOneStop.