What kind of jobs are out there that involve brain research or some sort of kinesiology

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What kind of jobs are out there that involve brain research or some sort of kinesiology

Answer 1

Here are some jobs that involve kinesiology:

ATHLETIC TRAINER

Recognizes and evaluates injuries associated with competitive sports, provides immediate treatment,

implements injury-prevention programs, counsels athletes regarding health care, and administers athletic

training programs. Requires specialized training beyond the bachelor's degree and certification.

COLLEGE COACH

Helps college athletes in variety of sports move towards a common team goal using motivation, training,

and discipline. Evaluates and selects new team recruits. Supervises coaching staff and interacts with

members of the media. Works for colleges and universities.

CORPORATE WELLNESS MANAGER

Designs and implements programs to promote employee wellness, such as fitness assessment, nutrition

screenings, and exercise classes. Supervises instructors and ensures they receive ongoing training.

Advertises program to employees and evaluates its effectiveness. Works for corporations.

FITNESS CHOREOGRAPHER

Designs aerobic routines for exercise classes and teaches them to instructors. Works for fitness clubs, dance

studios, video producers, or choreography services.

FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

Teaches physical fitness classes, such as aerobics or weight conditioning. Provides information to help

participants avoid injury and maximize workout benefits. May train other instructors. Works for fitness

clubs, resorts, hotels, or community agencies.

INTRAMURAL SPORTS DIRECTOR

Coordinates all aspects of intramural sports program, including budget, staffing, program planning, and

evaluation. Works for colleges and universities.

PERSONAL TRAINER

Works one-on-one with an individual to develop a fitness program. Conducts a fitness assessment including

personal and medical history. Designs fitness program and monitors clients'progress. May travel with

client. Most work on free-lance basis.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR

Teaches children the rules of different sports and encourages their physical and athletic development.

Works for public or private schools.

PROFESSIONAL ASSISTANT COACH

Coordinates specific components of team training, such as strength and training coach or pitching coach.

Coordinates training and information with head coach. Works for professional athletic teams.

PROFESSIONAL HEAD COACH

Motivates professional athletes to perform their best and to continue to improve their skills. Review tapes

of previous games to plan future strategies. Evaluates and selects potential team members. Makes

presentations and grants interviews to the press. Works for professional athletic teams.

PUBLIC SCHOOL COACH

Motivates, trains, and disciplines students toward a common goal. Monitors players'academic progress.

Discusses athletic program with school administrators. Writes press releases. Coordinates tryouts. May

teach classes in some school districts. Works for public or private schools.

RECREATIONAL THERAPIST

Plans and monitors recreation programs to help patients recover or adjust to disabilities. Requires a

bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation or a related field.

STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING COACH

Establishes off-season programs and strength and agility training for the prevention of injuries and

improvement in performance. Works for professional or college sports teams.

TECHNOLOGY CONSULTANT

Specializes in technology related to fitness, such as computerized exercise machines, databases to store

client information, and machines that analyze nutritional content of food. Advises fitness clubs or athletic

programs on which technical products to buy and how to use them most effectively. Works for a consulting

firm or on a free-lance basis.

WEIGHT TRAINING INSTRUCTOR

Teaches proper techniques and exercises in the weight room for various training programs. Helps

individuals tailor a workout regimen and monitor progress. Works for fitness clubs or sports teams