Sports Coaching and Management Internship Experience and Performance

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10.2991/978-2-38476-008-4_60How to use a DOI?

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Sports Coaching; Performance; Physical Education

Abstract

Internships are increasingly becoming an essential component of educational preparation. The study evaluated sports coaching and management internship experience and performance of Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sports Sciences (BSESS) students at Bicol State College of Applied Sciences and Technology. Specifically, the study identified the perceived internship experiences of BSESS students; evaluated the internship performance of BPE students; and examined fitness and exercise programming; sports management; community sports; and fitness gym advising. In addition, it pointed out the challenges met by the students during the internship. The study adopted a mixed method of research. Based on the data gathered, students’ internship experiences are very satisfactory.

Furthermore, students’ internship performance in fitness and exercise programming, sports management, and community sports is excellent. Meanwhile, students’ internship performance and fitness gym advising are very satisfactory. The students noted difficulty interacting and communicating with colleagues; time management; financial issues; and internet connectivity. Based on the findings, it was concluded that internships give students valuable chances to gain hands-on experience while pursuing a bachelor’s degree in physical education. It is strongly advised to provide students with real-time industry challenges as internship assignments and to communicate the projects well in advance to equip students with skills and knowledge aligned with the industry. Industry partners must also try to find mentors who can add value to the student experience and improve learning during the internship. Mentors who build bonds with interns and support them through their internships are critical in adequately preparing students to face real-world difficulties once they graduate. It is also vital to have clear communication about the role and scope of apprenticeships and the behavioral expectations of interns. Institutes must link their curriculums and learning objectives with industry competencies.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Rowena Tolledo Albao
PY  - 2023
DA  - 2023/03/19
TI  - Sports Coaching and Management Internship Experience and Performance
BT  - Proceedings of the International Joint Conference on Arts and Humanities 2022 (IJCAH 2022)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 541
EP  - 550
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-008-4_60
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-008-4_60
ID  - Albao2023
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