## Athlete Mentorship
and Career Guidance

## Athlete Mentorship and Career Guidance

- Duration: 6 Months
- Intake: 30 Seats

## Empower the Next Generation of Athletes Beyond the Game

Support, guide, and mentor athletes as they navigate their careers—both on and off the field.

In a competitive and uncertain sports environment, career guidance and mentorship play a critical role in athlete success and wellbeing. This program helps you become that guiding force.

## Shape Athletic Journeys with Purpose, Strategy, and Support

This course integrates athlete-centered counseling, performance planning, life skill development, and post-career transition strategies, giving you the tools to guide athletes at every stage of their journey.

## Train to Be an Advocate, Mentor, and Planner for Athletes

The curriculum is deeply rooted in psychology, sports planning, communication, and career development—all tailored specifically to athletic needs.

## Key Modules Include

- Athlete Lifecycle Planning
- Communication & Conflict Management in Sports
- Career Mapping for Junior & Elite Athletes
- Education, Scholarships & Dual Career Pathways
- Athlete Identity & Mental Health Support
- Retirement Planning & Life After Sports
- Media Training & Personal Branding for Athletes
- Talent Scouting & Mentorship Techniques
- Sports Psychology Basics & Athlete Behavior
- Stakeholder Coordination: Coaches, Parents, Agents

## Be the Guiding Voice Athletes Need

- Educational Qualification: Minimum Graduation (preferred: sports, psychology, education)
- Admission Process: Application + Statement of Purpose + Personal Interview
- Total Intake: 30 Seats

## Why Study at KT School of Sports Science?

## Pioneering Mentorship Training for India’s Emerging Athletes

KTSSS is dedicated to holistic sports education, and this program is built to fill a vital gap in athlete support services in India.

- Mentorship training by sports psychologists, coaches, and athlete managers
- Real-life athlete mentorship projects and case-based learning
- Role-play and simulation sessions for handling real athlete concerns
- Access to national and state-level athletes for mentorship practice
- Certification aligned with athlete development frameworks
- Career pathways into academies, federations, and sports NGOs

## Career Pathways

## Become a Guide and Strategist in an Athlete’s Journey

Graduates of this course can pursue impactful roles across sports organizations, teams, and academies.

- Athlete Mentor / Career Counselor
- Player Development Officer
- Athlete Transition Coach
- Sports Scholarship Advisor
- Mental Wellness and Life Skills Facilitator
- Performance Pathway Coordinator
- Roles in NGOs or Programs for Grassroots Athlete Development

## Who Should Apply?

## For Those Who Want to Support Athletes as Coaches, Guides, and Allies

- Former athletes, coaches, or team managers
- Sports psychology or sports management graduates
- Professionals working with sports academies or federations
- Counselors and educators with a passion for sports
- Individuals who want to make a difference in athlete lives

## Lead Athletes to Success, Both On and Off the Field

In today’s dynamic sports landscape, athletes need more than just physical training—they need direction, emotional support, and career clarity. Step into this vital role and build a rewarding, impactful career in athlete mentorship.

Apply Now – Be the Mentor Every Athlete Deserves