Home-Based Careers

Busy Kids

www.busy-kids.com

A site with the individual state regulations for opening a day-care center.

Council for Professional Recognition

www.cdacouncil.org

Information on the eligibility requirements and a description of the Child Development Associate credential.

The Humane Society of the United States

www.hsus.org

Resources and job information on animal care and control, and the animal shelter and control personnel training program.

International Nanny Association

www.nanny.org

Information on becoming a nanny.

National Animal Control Association

www.nacanet.org

Career information for animal control officers at all levels.

National Childcare Association

www.nccanet.org

Information on the eligibility requirements for the Certified Childcare Professional designation.

National Dog Groomers Association of America

P.O. Box 101 Clark, PA 16113

www.nationaldoggroomers.com

You can get a list of state-licensed grooming schools by sending them a stamped, self-addressed, business-size envelope.

PayPal

www.paypal.com

A common method of payment for Internet transactions such as buying and selling on eBay.

Pet Sitting.biz

www.dog-walking.com/dog_walkers.html

Information on how to start a pet sitting or walking business.

Telecommuting Jobs

www.tjobs.com

An Internet service that connects telecommuters with employers, including a resume-posting feature.

TutorNation

www.tutornation.com

A site that helps parents find tutors for their children and helps tutors find work; it charges a $45 lifetime membership fee for tutors and it is free for those looking for tutors.

Yard Sale Search

www.yardsalesearch.com

A site with numerous tips for holding your own yard sale and finding bargains at other people's.

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