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Program Leaders and Instructors in Recreation, Sport and Fitness
What they do?
Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness perform some or all of the following duties:
A. Enforce safety rules and regulations
B. Assist with co-ordination of special events
C. Schedule activities, keep logs, maintain records and prepare reports
D. May train and supervise staff
E. May maintain and repair sports equipment.
F. Plan and carry out recreational, athletic, fitness and sports activities
G. Assemble supplies and sports and game equipment
Where they find work?
1. Arts entertainment and recreation - 39.0%
2. Public administration - 22.0%
3. Educational services - 16.0%
4. Health care and social assistance - 9.0%
5. Other services (except public administration) - 7.0%
6. Accommodation and food services - 4.0%
What education do I need?
1. You usually need a high school diploma as well as a college diploma in recreation or physical education, or extensive experience in a sports or recreational program.
2. You may also have to demonstrate ability in a particular recreational or sports field.
3. You may need certification in a specific area of a recreational or athletic activity or first aid or emergency care, such as a first aid certificate, swimming instructors certificate, ski instructors certificate or a fitness leadership certificate.
4. Most recent entrants have a community college diploma and almost 2 in 5 have an undergraduate university degree.
High School Subject that will help:
1. English
2. Business
3. Physical Education
4. Computer-related courses
What can you expect to make:
The average hourly wages for Program Leaders and Instructors in Recreation, Sport and Fitness is $12.03/HR, which is below average for occupations in the art, culture, recreation and sport sector and are below average for all technical, professional, and skilled occupations. These wages grew at an average rate from 2002 to 2004.
Average Wage
Expected Wage by Age
Unemployment:
8% of Program Leaders and Instructors in Recreation, Sport and Fitness are unemployed. This rate is close to the average for technical, professional, and skilled occupations.
Unemployment
Trends in Unemployment
Current Job Outlook:
The job outlook for Program Leaders and Instructors in Recreation, Sport and Fitness is considered Below Average because:
1. Employment grew at an average rate.
2. Hourly wages ($12.03) are below the average ($18.07), and the rate of wage growth is also below average.
3. The unemployment rate (8%) is above the 2004 average (7%).
Future Job Prospects:
Your job outlook will continue to be Below Average because:
1. While the employment growth rate will likely be above average, the supply of workers should remain extremely high. The public trend toward more sedentary activities, the aging population, and the rising costs of sports/recreational activities could negati
2. Although the retirement rate will likely be below average, the number of retiring workers should contribute to job openings.
3. The number of job seekers will likely exceed the number of job openings.
Highest Concetration:
The highest concentrations (per 10,000 people) of Program Leaders and Instructors in Recreation and Sport are found in Quebec and British Columbia while the lowest concentrations are in New Brunswick and Newfoundland.
Unionization Rate:
The unionization rate (27%) is close to the average (32%) for all occupations.
Useful Experience:
1. Leadership
2. Team-building
3. Sports
Part Time Workers
Part time workers:
54% of Program Leaders and Instructors in Recreation, Sport and Fitness are employed only on a part-time basis. There were 72,200 workers employed in these occupations in 2004, an increase of 80% since 1997.
Age Demographics
Age Demographics:
The relatively high percentage of younger workers suggests more entry-level positions and jobs that may serve as stepping stones in a career. The younger-than-average age (27) of worker will likely result in a below-average retirement rate to 2009.
