Networking is vital to any field but is particularly germane to the field of sports psychology. The purpose of this assignment is to give you the opportunity to network with a sports psychology professional in your area.
Interview With a Sports Psychologist or a Mental Health Consultant
This assignment will require the following:
Conduct a 30-minute interview with a sports psychologist or mental health consultant (The instructor for this course does not qualify.)
The questions should include, but are not limited to, the following:
How did you get into sports psychology?
What is your degree in, and what training was required?
With what population do you primarily work?
What challenges do you currently see in the field?
What advice do you have for students interested in sports psychology?