Home Jobs That Don't Require an Education

by Adele Burney

Working from home gives flexibility and freedom that brick and mortar jobs do not. In addition, there is the added benefit of being your own boss and sitting in your own house. Home jobs also provide a welcome second income in a down economy. Starting a home job may require some start-up funding or advanced education. However, some work-at-home jobs exist that do not require any education beyond a high school diploma.


Running a child care center from home typically does not require a college degree. It may require huge loads of patience and some small start-up costs. The home will have to be child proofed and some states require a license to run a day care. Your state's Department of Children and Families may require a home inspection and a background check. Taking a CPR class is usually required but this is pretty much the extent of the classroom requirements. Advertising and word of mouth help to build a clientele. Sittercity.com is a website that can be used to advertise services.

Customer Service

Many companies now outsource their customer service calls to operators working from home. Operators choose the hours that they wish to work to accommodate busy home lives. Customer service representatives need a computer with a strong Internet connection, a quiet room and a head set. Companies using customer service operators range from retailers such as Amazon to tech companies like Dell. Although customer service reps for technological companies may need more advanced training, the average operator does not need advanced education. To find a customer service job log onto the website alpineaccess.com for a lists of jobs.

Freelance Writer

Becoming a freelance writer requires no special education or certification. You will need a computer and a reliable Internet connection. The Internet holds a variety of writing opportunities for individuals working from home. Starting a blog is one way to generate passive income through ad revenue. Content sites also offer both writing and editing opportunities. Many online magazines, websites and literary publications employ freelance writers to provide stories and articles. Newsletter publications and small local publications also use freelance writers.

Other Work-at-Home Jobs

Pet sitting does involve leaving the house, however, the hours are flexible allowing for more time spent at home. Setting up a pet-sitting business is low cost and requires no special education other than a love for animals. Offering additional services such as mail pickup and plant maintenance will set you apart. Medical coders and billing agents can also work from home. They properly code medical procedures and file billings to insurance companies on behalf of doctor offices and clinics. A college degree is not needed; however, some training is involved. Home-based travel agent jobs also offer opportunities for revenue generation. Unscrupulous Internet sites exist that advertise travel agent jobs, so proceed with caution and never pay money upfront. Work-at-home websites such as homewiththekids.com, offer legitimate lists of such jobs.

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