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How To Get Started Teaching Online Courses
by Steven S. App critic and consultant One of the most popular course over the last five years as a career choice is teaching online. The freedom and flexibility that this job provider is very appealing to the millennial generation. It is predicted that over the course of the next 7 years, the number of students taking online teaching courses will double. If you are interested in taking this career path there are a number of steps you must follow. In this article, I will walk you through the process so that you can teach online.#1: Teacher Certificate
To be able to teach online or in the real world you will need to typically get a degree. If you want to get the high paid jobs a master degree or Ph.D. in a special field is a must. There are a number of online teaching jobs available at a college level as an instructor that do not require certifications but without them, it will be difficult to find work. By getting as many certifications as possible will help to enhance your online profile which will result in more work.
#2: College And University Certificates
Due to the huge demand for online teaching qualifications, most top colleges and universities have started to offer specialized courses. These cover all aspect of teaching online and offer the best way to get your foot in the door.
#3: Launching Your Online Teaching Career
Once you have got all of the qualifications and certificates required the next step is to find employment. You will need to search for posts online and apply to the ones that you have the skill set required for. It can be a difficult task when starting out but once you land that first online teaching job it will become a lot easier as you will have a better understanding of the process.
#4: School Outreach
It is an extremely competitive environment to get online teaching jobs which is why you need to be as proactive as possible. You can increase your chances dramatically by contacting schools, colleges, and universities directly to see if they have an opportunity coming in. By getting your application in first you are going to be put at the top of the pile.
#5: Earning Potential
The average online teacher earns around $59,000 each year with the lowest bracket earning below $30,000 and the top earners on more than $122,000. Due to the fact that it is possible to carry out the work anywhere in the world, this can amount to a lot of cash if places such as Asia should you want to explore the world and work at the same time.
Conclusion
If you want a job that gives you the chance to travel and work at the same time, why not consider a career as an online teacher. You will need to get the qualifications first but once that is done the world is your oyster. If you think that's something you would love why not try volunteering at your local education center to see if it is something that you would enjoy before signing up for a course.
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About Steven S. 
App critic and consultant
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