53201 - Coaches
Broad Occupation Category
5 – Occupations in art, culture, recreation and sport
TEER
3
Major Group
53 – Occupations in art, culture and sport
Sub-major Group
532 – Athletes, coaches, referees and related occupations
Minor Group
5320 – Athletes, coaches, referees and related occupations
Main Duties
Coaches perform some or all of the following duties:
- Plan and direct practice sessions to develop athletes' skills and fitness
- Develop and implement competitive strategies and game plans
- Analyze and evaluate athletes' performances and modify training programs
- Recruit and scout new talent for teams or organizations
- Motivate and provide leadership to athletes and coaching staff
Employment Requirements
These are the typical employment requirements and benefits associated with this occupation in Canada:
- Certification from a national coaching organization is usually required
- Several years of experience as an athlete in the specific sport is typically expected
- A university degree in physical education or a related field may be required for high-level or academic coaching roles
- Specialized certifications (e.g., FIFA, ICC, NCCP) may be required depending on the sport and level
Coaches Salary Prospects
Community/Area
Low ($/hour)
Median ($/hour)
High ($/hour)
Community/AreaCanada
Low ($/hour)16.00
Median ($/hour)25.00
High ($/hour)43.27
Community/AreaAlberta
Low ($/hour)18.50
Median ($/hour)28.00
High ($/hour)48.00
Community/AreaBritish Columbia
Low ($/hour)18.50
Median ($/hour)30.00
High ($/hour)42.31
Community/AreaOntario
Low ($/hour)18.00
Median ($/hour)25.00
High ($/hour)45.00
Community/AreaQuebec
Low ($/hour)16.10
Median ($/hour)23.50
High ($/hour)40.00
Community/AreaManitoba
Low ($/hour)15.80
Median ($/hour)21.00
High ($/hour)35.00
Community/AreaNova Scotia
Low ($/hour)19.68
Median ($/hour)28.17
High ($/hour)37.25
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