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How to Become a Computer Applications Instructor

By eHow Careers & Work Editor

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Become a computer applications instructor to share your knowledge with others. You can work for a college, school district, online academy or as an independent contractor... more »

How to Become a Computer Programmer

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Creating computer programs that people use everyday is just one of the many avenues that computer programmers can perform. Writing code, testing existing programs, troubleshooting and creating user manuals are other skills programmers possess. ... more »

How to Become a Corporate Librarian

By eHow Careers & Work Editor

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Library science is an ever expanding field that offers many options to anyone interested in managing and communicating information. Corporate librarians manage documentation and information resources within business environments. Some people ... more »

How to Become a Court Investigator

By eHow Careers & Work Editor

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A court investigator works on both civil and criminal investigations. He runs background checks, conducts interviews and does other research and reports findings to the court. Court investigators work on cases ranging from guardianship cases, to ... more »

How to Become a Crop Duster

By eHow Careers & Work Editor

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A crop duster, also known as an agricultural pilot, flies a light aircraft that is equipped for dusting and spraying crops with powdered insecticides, fungicides, seeds and fertilizers. This is a good career that has a very low turnover rate and ... more »

How to Become a CSI Lab Tech

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Everyone has heard of the show C.S.I. and wanted to enter the fascinating world of crime scene investigation. It is pretty straight forward if you have the commitment and drive... more »

How to Become a Dolphin Trainer

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Dolphins are considered to be one of the most intelligent animals, and their playfulness and friendly attitude have made them popular in aquatic shows around the world. If you'd like to work with these creatures, consider becoming a dolphin trainer... more »

How to Become a Farrier

By Tippy

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When you own horses, you know quality farriers are in high demand. You need a professional that can trim and shoe your horse to protect it from hard surfaces, gravel and hoof growth. If you tend to your horses’ hoofs and find it easy and ... more »

How to Become a Fashion Consultant

By eHow Careers & Work Editor

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Becoming a fashion consultant may seem like a dream, but if you have the background and skills necessary to make it in the industry, the idea isn't that far-fetched. You need to have a good eye for design and keep on top of the latest trends and ... more »

How to Become a Floral Designer

By eHow Careers & Work Editor

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Floral designers use their artistic skills and excellent eye for color to create floral arrangements for various social events. They're also hired to decorate homes and offices with plants, flowers, wreaths and planters, both during holidays and ... more »

How to Become a Football Coach

By eHow Careers & Work Editor

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Do you love football? Have you enjoyed playing the sport and are looking for a way to continue to work with the game? Then coaching might be a career option to consider. Coaching is exciting and fulfilling and gives you an opportunity to pass ... more »

How to Become a Fundraiser

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Fundraisers ask people to make donations to charitable causes and organizations. They might work for large companies, which have many thousands of potential donors on mailing lists, or for small firms where a more personal approach is required... more »

How to Become a Hairstylist

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If you are looking for a rewarding career in cosmetology and creating new hairstyles for people sounds like something you might be interested in, then becoming a hairstylist is right up your alley. Find out what it takes to become a hairstylist ... more »

How to Become a Hitman

By peterclark13

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We all have dreams. We all have talents. Unfortunately, not all dreams and talents correlate. This tragedy of the human condition often creates opposing forces in the brain, erupting in a frenzy of violence and mayhem. However, this pathology can ... more »

How to Become a Hobo

By eHow Careers & Work Editor

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Abandoning everything and everyone you know to ride the rails is a big decision. Becoming a hobo can be a very liberating life choice. Scrap your material belongings and shun the 40-hour work week. Put on your shabbiest pair of shoes and embrace ... more »

How to become a home-based travel agent

By JayJourno

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Working from home is fast becoming a popular way to earn money - in most cases, more than what you'd earn in a nine-to-five job! Learn how to become a home-based travel agent and earn money without leaving your favourite sofa... more »

How to Become a Horticulturist

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Horticulturists are specialists in the large-scale growing of fruits, vegetables, flowers and ornamental plants. Many of these individuals also become successful landscape designers. Depending on the responsibilities of the job, minimum education ... more »

How to Become a Hospitalist

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In an effort to provide continuing quality care to inpatients, hospitals are adding hospitalists to their staffs. The job of the hospitalist is to provide treatment to people who are admitted from the hospital emergency room and whose primary ... more »

How to Become a HRIS Manager

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The Human Resources Information System (HRIS) manager is becoming a critical job in the human resources field. This is especially true as human resource functions and processes become more automated. As HR needs more specialized technology, there ... more »

How to Become a Janitor

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Like everything other job in today's world, the job description of a janitor has changed. Usually hired to clean and maintain a building, the job can now include using computers, doing repair, landscaping work and painting. While janitor jobs are ... more »

How to Become a Landscape Designer

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A career in Landscape Architecture is an exciting one. The profession is very young, and the field is growing constantly. Being a landscape architect takes a certain skill set and has specific requirements. Follow the steps below for becoming a ... more »

How to Become a Legal Secretary

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A legal secretary is responsible for most of the clerical duties in a law firm. When you become a legal secretary you will be spending a lot of time answering phone calls and emails, preparing court papers, typing and filing documents, ... more »

How to Become a Lion Tamer

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Lion tamers have one of the most uncommon (and exciting) jobs on the planet. In order to become a lion tamer, you must have many years of experience and knowledge. Employment opportunities are not frequent, however if you work hard and learn ... more »

How to Become a Locomotive Engineer

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If you're looking for a career in the railroad industry, then becoming a locomotive engineer is the job for you. Life as a locomotive engineer is exciting and fulfilling. Here are some steps to take to help you become a locomotive engineer... more »

How to Become a Marketing Researcher

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A marketing researcher has an analytical mind and the creativity of a brand manager. One of the fastest-growing areas in marketing, market research has become a trendy, exciting job for savvy young business students. A marketing researcher is ... more »