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CAREER CLINIC =« PHYSICAL EDUCATION

What high school and junior college courses are especially helpful for the
occupation you are considering? co

Biological and physiological sciences.

Physical education and athletics.

Social studies.

English, mathematics, typewriting.
What preparation is needed after high school or junior college?

Meeting the requirements of the college in which he enters for his degree

in Physical Education (these requirements vary in different colleges).

Athletic participation is helpful if one wishes to coach.

Where can one obtain this preparation? How long will it take? About how much
will it cost? 3

Many universities, colleges, and teachers colleges = wiere a good four-year

curriculum has been developed (Univ. of Kansas, Wisconsin, Colorado, Illinois;

in Kansas - K.U., K.S.C., K.S.T.C. Emporia, Pittsburg, Hays.)

Cost <= from $200 to $600 per year, depending on how much individual works.
What is the minimum age for starting?

No specified minimum age. = high school graduate.

What is the most desirable age for starting?

As soon as academic education is completed; one should have as much practical

- experience as possible.

What personality traits and abilities are considered most important for success
in this field?

Ability to handle and get along with people; intelligence, perseverance and
fairness; courtesy, honesty, cleen living; emotionally stable, resourceful-=
ness, responsibility, enthusiasm; good skills.
What is the beginning pay?
Varies = similar to other teaching positions = $1,000 to $1,400 per year.
What are the chances for promotion?
Excellent, particularly in present emergency.

How does one get started in this occupation?

Graduate from college after taking prescribed course; make application for
position through teachers placement bureau.

10. What is the best way to earn a promotion?

Cooperation with the administration; conscientious, capable, intelligent
work; interest and participation in community affairs.