Start Your Own eLearning or Training Business

Possibly credited to advancements in technology or learning behaviors, or a rise in focus on personal development, the education and training industry is steadily growing, creating a demand for eager entrepreneurs. Exploring varied opportunities aspiring business owners will be given business ideas, teaching and training methods, and an overview of essential tools. A range of industry examples will be given for: • Accreditation, certifications, and credit • Adding training onto an existing business as side income • How to sell media/training tools • How much to charge clients • Start up costs • Software types used • The legal obligations around taxes, business registration, working from home, and content confidentiality • Growth planning and writing a business plan… Relevant and fun call-outs, tip boxes, industry stats, an index, and a rich appendix and glossary will be provided. Appendix will offer resources in: • Continued learning and rounded training for trainers • Industry organizations and trade groups • Books and eBooks • Videos • Software • Websites • Successful online trainers and online education institutions • Consultants • Certification organizations…. Teaching methods and tools will cover: • Videos • eBooks • Interactive software types • College sponsored staff training for college instructors • Hardware, camera, video, sound equipment • Online group forums • Online events • Choosing the right presentation style and linking to appropriate social media sites • Networking presentations