Exercise Science & Sports Medicine

Median Annual Income

$45,910

Projected Job Growth

+9 %

Career Cluster(s)

Arts, Entertainment, & Design

Most Common Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Instruct or coach groups or individuals in the fundamentals of sports for the primary purpose of competition. Demonstrate techniques and methods of participation. May evaluate athletes' strengths and weaknesses as possible recruits or to improve the athletes' technique to prepare them for competition. Those required to hold teaching certifications should be reported in the appropriate teaching category.

Median Annual Income

$76,530

Projected Job Growth

+10 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Doctoral or professional degree

Assess, treat, and care for patients by manipulation of spine and musculoskeletal system. May provide spinal adjustment or address sacral or pelvic misalignment.

Median Annual Income

$96,370

Projected Job Growth

+11 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Master's degree

Assess, plan, and organize rehabilitative programs that help build or restore vocational, homemaking, and daily living skills, as well as general independence, to persons with disabilities or developmental delays. Use therapeutic techniques, adapt the individual's environment, teach skills, and modify specific tasks that present barriers to the individual.

Median Annual Income

$99,710

Projected Job Growth

+14 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Doctoral or professional degree

Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury.

Median Annual Income

$57,120

Projected Job Growth

+4 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Plan, direct, or coordinate medically-approved recreation programs for patients in hospitals, nursing homes, or other institutions. Activities include sports, trips, dramatics, social activities, and crafts. May assess a patient condition and recommend appropriate recreational activity.

Median Annual Income

$54,860

Projected Job Growth

+10 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Assess, plan, or implement fitness programs that include exercise or physical activities such as those designed to improve cardiorespiratory function, body composition, muscular strength, muscular endurance, or flexibility.

Median Annual Income

$236,000

Projected Job Growth

+4 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Doctoral or professional degree

Diagnose and treat disorders requiring physiotherapy to provide physical, mental, and occupational rehabilitation.

Median Annual Income

$236,000

Projected Job Growth

+4 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Doctoral or professional degree

Diagnose, treat, and help prevent injuries that occur during sporting events, athletic training, and physical activities.

Median Annual Income

$64,080

Projected Job Growth

+25 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

Associate's degree

Assist physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Generally requires formal training.

Median Annual Income

$46,480

Projected Job Growth

+14 %

Career Cluster(s)

Healthcare & Human Services

Most Common Education Level

High school diploma or equivalent

Instruct or coach groups or individuals in exercise activities for the primary purpose of personal fitness. Demonstrate techniques and form, observe participants, and explain to them corrective measures necessary to improve their skills. Develop and implement individualized approaches to exercise.