The status of physical education career preparation in selected colleges and universities in Seoul

This study determined the status of career preparation of college and university students who major in physical education. The survey for this study was completed by the junior and senior students of physical education department at eight colleges and universities in Seoul, Korea. Sixty five women and 47 men responded for an over-all return of 92%. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the data. The results of this study indicated: 1) 60.7% of physical education students planned to enter the job market after college graduation; 2) only 43% of the students felt a strong relationship existed between their major and their future work; 3) most physical education students were gathering employment information passively from friends and parents rather than using professional information sources; and 4) physical education courses were of little benefit for career preparation. Results of this study suggest that departments of physical education need to educate students about career choices and career planning. Further study is needed to determine the role of minor courses in career preparation.