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Sports Medicine

Sports medicine specialists teach athletes how to properly recover from injury, prevent injury, and improve athletic performance. Sports medicine is growing in popularity as a career. In addition to assisting athletes, sports medicine specialists work with non-athletes recovering from injury, getting in shape, or training for marathons. They also teach people with disabilities how to exercise properly. Sports medicine specialists are trained in the following fields: Nursing Nutrition Physical therapy Exercise physiologist Kinesiotherapy Athletic training Many athletic training careers require a professional certificate or degree. Those with volunteer experience with high school or other sports teams enhance their employment opportunities. Contact the American College of Sports Medicine to learn more about careers in sports medicine. Sports Medicine careers: Athletic Trainer Exercise Physiologist Kinesiotherapist Primary Care Sports Medicine

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Psychologist

Psychologists specialize in analyzing human behavior and brain function. They study all features of human experience, including child development, cognitive function, and human relationships. Psychology offers a wide array of career opportunities.

Salary: $30,000 - $78,654

Education: 4 - 8 Years (beyond high school)

Job Outlook: Excellent

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