NOC 53200 · TEER Level 3

Athletes

Athletes participate in competitive sports events on an amateur or professional basis. They play team sports such as hockey, baseball, football and lacrosse; or compete in individual sports such as skiing, figure skating, boxing or track and field; or in games such as poker or chess.

Also known as:amateur athletearcherathleteautomobile racerbadminton playerbaseball playerOratorAll Terrain Vehicle Racer (ATV Racer)ArcherAthleteAutomobile Racer (Auto Racer)Barrel RacerBaseball PitcherBaseball Player
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Market Demand

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TEER 3

Skill Level

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BC, YK, NT

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What They Do

  • Attend scheduled practice and training sessions
  • Participate in local, regional, provincial, national or international competitions and sporting events
  • Train under the direction of a coach or trainer to qualify for competition
  • Assess performance after an event to identify strengths and weaknesses.

Qualifications

  • checkDemonstrated ability in a particular sport, or type of game, is required.
  • checkExtensive training under the supervision of a coach is required.
  • checkCertification with a particular sports federation may be required.
  • checkA background combining athletic training and college or university studies is strongly recommended.

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Immigration Pathways

TEER 3 occupations require college or vocational training and qualify for Express Entry under the Federal Skilled Trades Program.

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Express Entry (FSTP)

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Canadian Experience Class

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Provincial Nominee Programs

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Stranger Soccer

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Core Competencies

Learning and Teaching Strategies

to teach strategies, techniques and game plans to others to help teammates or younger athletes to develop their skills and reach their potential

Oral Communication: Active Listening

to accurately understand and execute instructions from coaches, trainers and other support staff

Stamina

to maintain sustained high-intensity performance, rapid recovery and resilience under prolonged physical and mental stress specific to their sport

Static Strength

to generate power from a stable base and to help in maintaining control and stability while performing powerful movements or holding positions.

Attention to Detail

to meticulously focus on every aspect of their training, technique and recovery, ensuring precision in movements, adherence to nutrition plans and continual refinement of skills for optimal performance

Knowledge in Recreation, Leisure and Fitness

to understand and apply the principles of physical fitness and the rules and regulations of a respective sport

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