Professionals in Physical Education are trained and certified people who use their knowledge of sports, fitness, and health to teach, train, guide, or care for others

1. Teach and train students and athletes in physical education and sports.


2. Promote physical fitness and wellness in schools and communities.


3. Organize sporting events and competitions at local and national levels.


4. Coach athletes for national and international competitions.


5. Prevent and treat sports injuries through therapy and proper training.


6. Develop sports policies for schools, governments, or organizations.


7. Research and improve sports techniques, performance, and health.


8. Promote discipline, teamwork, and sportsmanship among athletes.

1. Physical Education Teachers – Teach physical and health education in schools, organize sports activities.


2. –Sports Coaches Train individuals or teams in specific sports like football, athletics, basketball, etc.


3. Fitness Trainers/Instructors – Work in gyms or fitness centers to guide people on exercise and wellness.


4. Physiotherapists – Help athletes recover from injuries and improve movement.


5. Sports Psychologists – Support athletes with mental health, focus, and motivation during training and competition.


6. Recreational Officers – Plan and manage leisure and physical activities for communities.


7. Athletic Trainers – Provide immediate care and conditioning for athletes.


8. Sports Administrators – Manage sports organizations, budgets, and event planning.


9. Lecturers in Human Kinetics or Sports Science – Teach at colleges and universities.


10. Officials in the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development – Make sports policies, promote national sports.

1. Physically fit and active


2. Knowledgeable in health and sports science


3. Good communication and leadership skills


4. Organized and disciplined


5. Friendly and patient with learners


6. Skilled in teamwork and planning


7. Committed to national development through sports

1. Primary and secondary schools


2. Colleges and universities


3. National sports teams and federations


4. Ministries and government sports agencies


5. Hospitals and rehabilitation centers


6. Gyms, fitness clubs, and recreation centers


7. Private sports academies

1. NAPHER–SD – Nigeria Association for Physical, Health Education, Recreation, Sports and Dance : Supports training, research, and professional development for physical education experts.


2. NSPHE – Nigerian Society of Physical and Health Education : Promotes professionalism and sets standards in the PHE field.


3. AFN – Athletics Federation of Nigeria : Regulates track and field events and athletic coaching in Nigeria.


4. NSC – National Sports Commission : Oversees all sports development programs and policies in the country.


5. NIS – National Institute for Sports (Lagos) : Trains coaches, officials, and sports scientists at a professional level.

• Develop talented athletes who represent Nigeria internationally.


• Promote healthy lifestyles among citizens.


• Create job opportunities in sports and recreation.


• Improve performance in school and national sports.


• Prevent and manage injuries through professional care.


• Support government efforts in using sports for unity and peace.