Coaches and Scouts
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.
How to read this profile
BLS projects U.S. employment for Coaches and Scouts to increase by 6.1% between 2024 and 2034, from 298,800 to 316,900 jobs. Its estimate of 36,400 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($47,320), education (Bachelor's degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
298,800
Projected employment (2034)
316,900
Projected change (2024–2034)
6%
Annual openings (projected average)
36,400
Pay & Preparation
$47,320
Bachelor's degree
None
None
Essential Skills
Instructing (4.75/5) • Speaking (4.38/5) • Learning Strategies (4.12/5) • Monitoring (4.12/5) • Reading Comprehension (4/5) • Active Listening (4/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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