Sports Psychologist deals with sportsperson and athletes in performance related Mental health issues and build their mental conditioning.
What can I do (Roles Available) ?
Clinical Sports Counsellor
Applied Sports Counsellor
Clinical Psychologist
Sports Psychologist
Mental Conditioning Coach
Where can I work?
Government Medical Colleges and Hospitals, SAI, Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports, Government educational institutions, BCCI,ISL, IPL, Indian Olympic Association, Other sports associations
Private Medical Colleges and Hospitals, Professional Sports teams
Rehabilitation Centers, Private Practice
Positives
Meaningful service to others
Career opportunities
High demand
Challenges
Years of training and experience
Can be stressful at times
Key Skills Required
Team Work
Communication
Decision Making
Problem Solving
Patience
Interpersonal Relationship
What Should I study ?
Pathway 1
Class XII in any stream UG in Psychology / Behavioural Psychology PG in Exercise/ Sports Psychology - PhD