How to Work As a Typist on the Net
If you want to work from home as a typist on the Internet, you have several options. These options include medical transcription and medical coding, nonmedical transcription, data entry for a variety of companies, as well as writing and editing both online and print text. While opportunities abound, finding a typist job can be challenging.
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Investigate what training or prior experience you may need to qualify for an Internet typist position, as well as the salary ranges for these jobs. For example, medical transcription and medical coding employers typically require applicants to have some formal training for those specialized types of work. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics offers overviews of careers, suggested training and education, as well as salary ranges for jobseekers at www.bls.gov/audience/jobseekers.htm.
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Use a job search engine, such as Indeed.com or Careerbuilder.com, to identify job leads. Use a search phrase such as "home-based typist" or "online typist."
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Research the companies you identify in your search to make sure the jobs are not scams. Never pay for a job or for job information. The Better Business Bureau (BBB.org) is a reliable resource to confirm that a company you find in your search is reputable.
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Apply for the jobs you identify as solid leads. Some employers have online forms for you to share your information and work history, while others provide an email address to which you must submit your resume.
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Tips & Warnings
Some companies may ask you to provide your typing speed. If you're unsure how fast you type, you can determine this information by using an online typing speed test, such as TypingTest.com or Typing-Tester.com.
Use only reputable websites when searching for jobs. However, always perform your own due diligence for the opportunities you find. Many scams promise overnight success as online typists. Stay away from these companies, as these jobs are not a way to make thousands of dollars overnight.
