INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL EDUCATION, EXERCISE SCIENCE, AND SPORT STUDIES

• Main Author: Lumpkin, Angela
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Boston McGraw-Hill Higher Education 2008
• Edition: 7th ed
• Subjects: Physical education and training; Sports
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• Physical Description: xix, 460 pages illustrations 24 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9780073523606; 0073523607

With so many career opportunities available, how can you choose? Use this book to discover what's right for you! Whether your interest is in teaching, coaching, athletic training, fitness club management, or another activity-related pursuit, Introduction to Physical Education, Exercise Science, and Sport Studies will help you explore and understand the background, current status, and future potential of the fields you are considering. The seventh edition: • Provides career profiles of current professionals along with information about job outlook, responsibilities, and guidelines for pursuing a variety of occupations. • Offers concrete information on goal setting, internships and job placement, and factors that influence career choices. • Includes current Web resources for further research and career exploration. Gives you the most up-to-date information on current topics and trends, including professional associations and certifying organizations, the new National Athletic Trainers Association Code of Ethics, recent Title IX developments, nutritional supplements and sport performance, and much more!