1220.0 - Australian Standard Classification of Occupations (ASCO) Second Edition, 1997

ARCHIVED ISSUE Released at 11:30 AM (CANBERRA TIME) 31/07/1997

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Contents >> 02 Structure & Definitions >> 3 Associate Professionals >> 39 Other Associate Professionals >> 399 Miscellaneous Associate Professionals >> 3993 Sportspersons, Coaches and Related Support Workers >> 3993-15 Footballer

3993-15 Footballer

Plays football professionally in competitions.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 3 years relevant experience. This occupation requires high levels of physical fitness, sporting ability and personal commitment as well as, or in place of, formal qualifications or experience. Registration or licensing is required.

Tasks Include:

participates in football competitions for payment
trains in skills and drills required for team performance under the guidance of coaches
undertakes individualised training regimes designed for maximum personal effectiveness
may coach junior and other teams, and conduct coaching clinics and development activities
may undertake promotional and media duties
may participate in representative matches and undertake promotional and media duties

Specialisations:
Australian Rules Footballer
Soccer Player
Rugby League Footballer
Rugby Union Footballer