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Knowledge Areas

Learn about the most important knowledge areas for Athletes and Sports Competitors. Also, find out how proficient you have to be in each knowledge area.

Importance*More Info
1.English Language52
2.Administration and Management46
3.Communications and Media45
Psychology45
5.Education and Training43
Therapy and Counseling43
* Importance out of 100

Score Key
  Importance for success in this profession
  Level of proficiency needed

Knowledge Area Scores

English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
52
38
Write a thank you noteEdit a feature article in a local newspaperTeach a college English class
Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
46
39
Sign a pay voucherMonitor progress of a project to ensure timely completionManage a $10 million company
Communications and Media
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
45
42
Write a thank you noteBe a radio disk jockeyWrite a novel
Psychology
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
45
46
Monitor several children on a playgroundUnderstand the impact of alcohol on human responsesTreat a person with severe mental illness
Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
43
43
Show someone how to bowlLead a quality improvement seminarDesign a training program for new employees
Therapy and Counseling
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
43
34
Put ice on a sprained ankleProvide job counseling to the unemployedCounsel an abused child