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Possible technical writer in Yorktown Heights, New York

10 months ago

I am exploring the possibility of taking some online courses in technical writing. I have a Bachelor Degree in English and enjoy writing. Can I obtain an entry level technical writer position with a technical writing certificate? If so, can anyone recommend a reputable program? I would like to work from home if possible. Thank you.

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Katie in New Hill, North Carolina

4 months ago

I also received by BA in English. I now have my MA in Technical and Professional Communication from East Carolina University. It's a great online program. I highly recommend it! See core.ecu.edu/engl/tpc/tekkom/tpc.htm for more info.

I even had a classmate who was stationed in Korea the entire time she was in the program.

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kelly in Yorktown Heights, New York

4 months ago

Thank you for your advice and program recommendation. I'll look into their program as a possibility. Can you give me a sense regarding the typical salary for a beginning technical writer?

Thanks.

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Katie in New Hill, North Carolina

4 months ago

I made about 30K but that was about 10 years ago. I'm sure it all depends on where you are, your education, experience and the company. Some positions in my area (Raleigh, NC) start in the mid 30s +. Many writing jobs, especially in the pharmacuetical industry, often have higher salaries.

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kelly in Yorktown Heights, New York

4 months ago

Thanks for taking the time to respond to my question. After getting a certificate, I would need to find part time work since I still have my little ones running around.

Hopefully, technical writing can be a way for me to use my writing skills for income. I'm thinking about researching blogging but I'm not sure how that goes.
Thanks again.

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