Learning & Life

5 Great Careers You Can Do from Home

By Joe Cooper
Learning & Life Columnist
June 20, 2006
With 70% of adults using the Internet, working from home can be a viable option, allowing you to manage your family's schedule and still drive a career. Most jobs require a degree or at least training, but education can often be earned efficiently online. Here are 5 job ideas for which a work-at-home career:

  1. Web Design
    Marketing, real estate, banking, education - every company or group has a web site, putting web designers in high demand. A freelance graphic or web designer can make upwards of $60,000/year in their career with a degree and some experience.
  2. E-Commerce
    There are all kinds of ways to get involved in e-commerce from selling stuff on eBay to setting up a Web site to offer your services or expertise. Options like PayPal (with a $55 membership) allow you to accept credit cards easily and can make a job at home in e-commerce possible. A degree in business and the right idea for a business are your best bets on starting a career in the growing industry.
  3. Photography
    After getting your education in photography, you may not be able to work as an independent photographer right away, but over time, you can build a consistent client base as well as doing weddings, special events, and working on your own creative projects.
  4. Bookkeeping
    Your best bet is an accounting degree and some training on bookkeeping software. Many part-time jobs in bookkeeping can be found allowing you to work from home, giving you even more flexibility with your schedule.
  5. Interior Design
    Many states now certify interior design as a profession, making it a more viable career. With a certificate in interior design (available in 18 months online) and some good self-marketing, you can create your own business and work the hours you please.

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About the Author
Joe Cooper is a freelance education and technology writer and edits medical literature. He holds a bachelor's in American Literature from UCLA.

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