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Become an Internet Computer Training Consultant  

What you will be doing.  Even in our technology driven society there are people that are computer illiterate.  Some are afraid of technology.  Others need it for their job but are in need of serious help to understand computer systems and software.   

As an Internet computer trainer, you can help these people achieve their goals and overcome their fear of technology.  Working on the Internet allows clients to learn from the comfort of their own home.  Interactive computer classes, software instruction guides, and helpful hints are all ways to teach people everywhere to love their computer.  

How to start.  Some computer trainers may niche into a specific area of computer training.  You may have experience working with different operating systems.  You can teach computer systems courses.  If you are great at software, this could be your niche.  

Develop a business plan.  The business plan will help you direct your computer training business.  If you are considering outside financing, check with a business planning consultant to get help with a formal business plan that is ready for a loan officer.   

Starting costs.  With the cost of a computer system, computer software, printer, copier, fax machine, and telephone, the cost could reach $6,000 to start.  You will need copies of all the software you plan to use for training.  You will develop your own training manuals that will be part of the class or can be sold separately in a bound form. 

Skills needed.  Formal education in computer science is a plus but not necessary.  You can seek certification in different software applications as part of a credible business background.  Computer skills, writing skills, and presentation skills are necessary to teach online courses in a way that is understandable to everyone.   

Marketing.  Advertise in trade journals, computer magazines, and on your website.  Join online computer forums and mention your new business venture and the website address.  Send out mailings to local businesses that may need training for their employees on the newest systems.  The way to stay ahead is to learn new software as it hits the market. 

Your website needs a forum and a blackboard.  The blackboard is an area where members of your classes can ask questions and post assignments if you give any for the class.  Once the classes become successful, you can market the manuals that you developed.  Sell actual copies of the manual on eBay and your website to companies and individuals that need to brush up on their skills. 

Computer trainers will be needed as long as there is new technology being developed.  Online training gives people the option of working from the comfort of their homes without the hassle of driving to a campus class.

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