Skills & competences

Description

Athletes and sport players participate in competitive sporting events. They train and compete, either individually or as part of a team, in their chosen sport.
Tasks include -
(a) participating in competitive sporting events;
(b) participating in regular practice and training sessions and undertaking private training to maintain the required standard of fitness and skill;
(c) undertaking sports promotional activities and media interviews;
(d) maintaining a high degree of expertise in a particular sport;
(e) deciding on strategies in consultation with coaches;
(f) assessing other competitors and conditions at venues;
(g) competing in sporting events;
(h) adhering to the rules and regulations associated with a specific sport.
Examples of the occupations classified here:
- Athlete
- Bicycle racer
- Boxer
- Chess player
- Footballer
- Golfer
- Hockey player
- Jockey
- Poker player
- Racing driver
- Skier
- Tennis player
- Wrestler