At Home Transcription Jobs for Beginners

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[@meadmaker4525]

I've been doing transcription, in one form or another, for a long time now. The last freelance place I worked for was Verbal Ink. They seem to have a lot in common with the Rev model with regard to jobs, pay, etc. Trouble is, I was working my butt off and not really making much money. I decided to try medical transcription and purchased an online course through Career Step (not plugging them, just saying). They offered job placement after graduation and I was employed 2 weeks after graduating (and yes, I mean employed, not independent contractor). Long story short, I've been making a good, living wage with full-time medical transcription work ever since. If you just want a little something on the side, places like Verbal Ink and Rev will definitely fit the bill. If you're trying to make a living, you might want to consider investing in an accredited medical transcription course. Just my 2 cents.

[@AngieNelson]

That's so great to hear. Congrats!

[@SamSam-qu6wu]

I heard about this last week I lost my job and my friend suggested me to do that... please help me in that how can I do that for a beginner

[@meadmaker4525]

@@SamSam-qu6wu - A quick place to start would be something like Rev.com or Verbalink.io You can apply on their website, take whatever mock tests they have to determine your grammar, typing and formatting skills, and go from there. Most places like this pay weekly based on your production. It's not great money, but it's a lot better than nothing. As for equipment, you'll need a decent computer, headphones, and a foot pedal (the Infinity USB foot pedal controllers are pretty much the standard nowadays). Of course, you'll need word processing software on your computer, too, such as Word, etc. If you want to get into medical transcription, you'll have to find and complete a course online before anyone will consider hiring you. I went through Career Step, but there are others. The course costs money, so if you're in a financial bind after having lost your job, you'll want to think about this carefully. It'll also take some time to complete, usually 4-6 months part time, or half that full time. After graduating, most courses offer job placement services to help you get started. Hope this helps! Best of luck to you! :-)

[@sus6788]

@@meadmaker4525 thanks for all the informations

[@lifetechs123]

@@meadmaker4525 Very great and kind of you to explain in detail to Sam. God bless you..

[@AsmawiJantan74]

thank you, am a total beginner at transcribing. Thank you for the tips and advises.

[@DavidDAVID-bd3tt]

Good information, @Angie Nelson. Thank you

[@jeancarol9102]

Thanks Angie. It's really worth it after what I have listened to earlier !

[@kate2192]

You're video actually helped alot, in my choice to pursue transcribing! Thank you! New follower 😁😁

[@hsaengerp]

Thank you dear Angie wonderful video.

[@cherylharpestad562]

Thank you Angie, that was great information you shared! Much Appreciated

[@shoshonarc1126]

Wow, so very helpful!! Thank you.

[@sdp3369]

Great list. Thanks for sharing

[@happyhenrykenya1814]

Awesome! This is what i needed to hear before starting out on my first transcription job. I've just registered on Fiverr. I've also subscribed. Thank you and am open to your mentorship

[@bernhardwall6876]

Thank you for your video! Typing has always been one of my strong suits, and I have long thought I would like to transcribe as a part-time job, but since the coronavirus crisis has left my job up in the air, I could put in more hours a week, if I were to pursue a transcription career.

[@fatimaemjedi5871]

Brilliant advice. Thank you for your amazing work Angie

[@frohniecagalitan1166]

Thanks Angie!

[@gatorslife22]

Very helpful. Thanks a bunch! :)

[@janetkawinzi5837]

Good video Angie and especially for a beginner like me.

[@saadounisabrine2793]

Can you speak with me

[@melogeanranit3312]

Thank you angie... You are very informative.

[@mappingoftheheavens]

Thank you for the informative video Mrs. Nelson you have helped me change my life!

[@freddyfrog5719]

You are very professional. I like the way you talk. Very informative and knowledgeable.

[@nicolepowers9502]

I like ur username lmao

[@soulcandyalmadulce5885]

You have been a great help. Much appreciation.

[@aivycatilo689]

hi good day, I'm a newbie also, thank you for this video. looking forward to have a job.

[@snelson7421]

Thank you so much for this video. Very informative :)

[@AliShan-bp8lx]

Thank u Madom. God bless u forever.

[@ataurrahaman6576]

Thanks ,its very helpful one .

[@ijustrealllylikecats]

I started working for Rev and I honestly love it. I type fast and finish my projects fairly quickly, and it's been helpful to bring in a little extra income while I'm disabled.

[@AngieNelson]

I'm so happy to hear that. Congrats!

[@fredsterjester9868]

Miss Riley how much do you earn per transcription?

[@yinxuehui]

Yes I would like to know that as well. I've been laid off since Feb so I've been looking this whole time

[@gmartinez9192]

Hi. Did you have to pass a test with rev.com to start getting jobs?

[@srilaxmisuresh1844]

Dear can u please tell me what is this transcription jobs

[@julettcoley4149]

Very helpful, thank you

[@tj-8422]

Thank you Angie!

[@nelly1094]

Thank you for the information. Very helpful 😊

[@frankieroberson3398]

Very informative; thank you!!!

[@donnafletcher5386]

Thanks for your advice. Love your scripture!!!

[@AngieNelson]

Thanks, Donna.

[@SavedBySaviourJesus]

Praise the Lord Ma'am, It was helpful. Thanks.

[@sierrahernandez5934]

God is good.plesse pray for me I'm studying to become a transcriptionist and need help with God opening doors for me to be good at my job and to have a jobthank you God bless may God bless you and may help your life to shine for those around you in Jesus name amen

[@lovekai88]

Thank you so much for this very informative video! I am interested in this as a PT job, but I’ve been a little frustrated with some of the prerequisites. I have worked most of my adult life as a medical editor for publishing companies and I have an undergrad degree in English. I also completed 1 year of medical school about 20 years ago. I have an excellent resume when it comes to medical terminology/knowledge and the English language. Unfortunately I became very sick a few years ago and now I am on medical disability. I feel I am recovering well enough now to start getting back into the work force at least part time, and working from home would be ideal for me. In fact, I love editing and human medicine so much I am extremely anxious to work again even if only part time. I looked at the Career Institute program and it seems very redundant for me, not to mention a bit pricey. I already know anatomy, physiology, neurology, and many other advanced medical sciences. Additionally, I have worked as an editor for more than 30 years (with graduate level English and Publishing courses every couple of years to keep up my skills and confidence level). I guess I’m just curious if you had any advice for me. Is there ever a way to test out of a medical transcription program? I figured it couldn’t hurt to ask 😊 Thank you for taking the time to give us all some employment tips!

[@Tania-fj2ze]

Awsome video!!!

[@siraatsoft1241]

Good Tutorial Thanks

[@dailytranscriptionjobs2024]

Such a great video, Angie! Thank you so much!

[@dixiegirl999]

I have been researching through many websites regarding transcribing at home. I worked in accounting in the medical field for yrs & did very little transcription but, have a lot of medical terminology knowledge. Only problem is, I had broken my left wrist back in Feb of this yr so, it's really slowed me down in my typing speed to around 55. Thanks for the company names that you listed. Hopefully, I can at least start with a company that hires beginners to get experience under my belt.

[@AngieNelson]

Keep at it, dixiegirl! If also have a couple posts on accounting/bookkeeping if you want to explore that industry as well: theworkathomewife.com/find-work-home-accounting-jobs/ theworkathomewife.com/online-bookkeeping-jobs/

[@ummemaryamslifestyle7917]

Dear v informative video especially for the Beginners but i agree pay is less as people expect lot ... Good work Keep it Up ;)

[@HLRadford]

I’m a captioner and a transcriptionist with Rev and I love it 😊 Started with no experience and now I’m in the ‘plus’ category so I get all the perks!

[@AngieNelson]

That's so awesome. Congrats!

[@pie_pie6882]

How did you pass the test??? Please help me. Am A single mother And I need this job badly. Please help

[@HLRadford]

Marittah Painia I just followed the instructions for each test and took my time 😊 Just don’t rush through it and allow plenty of time to read the instructions fully and you’ll do fine

[@tj-8422]

Hannah, what are some of the perks? This sound so exciting :)

[@heatherchappell2517]

@@tj-8422 following this question

[@betht.8060]

Thank you so much 🙏🏼

[@2sam197]

Thank you i am a begginer hoping for the best

[@shericontrary2535]

This might help others who are auditory learners like I am. You can copy and paste instructions into Google reader and have them read out loud. It helps comprehension.

[@travelescapesOFFICIAL]

Thanks for the video! Very informative. So you said that $20 per audio hour was one of the lower, starting rates. What should be expected as an hourly rate after I have some experience?

[@thecutestcutiepie199]

Thank you for the info! ^)

[@mafiamonkey9253]

Thank you so much for this video. I really appreciate the intention of wanting to help us people out here looking for work from home opportunities

[@AngieNelson]

Best of luck in your job search!

[@elizabethomukaga8847]

thank you

[@francevenezia]

Doesn't begin until 5:08

[@JustMe-ow3ut]

Thank u!

[@denisemyers5593]

You saved me from clicking away to another video.

[@elchuzalongo4339]

You just saved five minutes of my life, thank you

[@monnombre6547]

ty!!!!!!!

[@Ab-cj6gl]

Thanks you're a living legend

[@hossamyasser8651]

Thank you so much.

[@Amitkumar-no6hc]

Nice Angie 👍👍👍

[@sharonarrendale2724]

At the end of the year, do you get a w2 form to do your taxes? You are so knowledgeable. Thank you for sharing.

[@feonaboock7084]

Hi Angie. Thank you for this helpful video exploring transcribing for beginners. I am a mom living in Cape Town, South Africa and am keen to work from home. I have a Dip Ed, and have recently completed an online editing course and TEFL course, so feel I have some of the basics necessary to work as a transcriber. I would value any assistance you are able to provide, re skills and experience, to succeed in this field. I would be starting as a beginner. Kind regards, Feona

[@FLSTF014EVER]

Very helpful video. As a disabled veteran, I'm looking for at-home work opportunities and this seems to fit the bill for me! Thanks.

[@AngieNelson]

So happy to hear. Best of luck!

[@gabrielleray5]

Hey check out the programs that career step offers for disabled veterans! They will cover the majority of your education and I also believe provide a laptop and help you get a work from home job! Thank you for your service❤️

[@familudikonofficial5663]

Thank you ! ❤

[@batmanfan20101]

Thanks!

[@dennisonyino8568]

Dennis from Kenya ,i have been looking for an online job,thanks for your advice.

[@dennogods_pick1166]

Dennis Onyino mzito am now starting to venture into this after this video...How wad your experience? Any tips for me ?

[@simplylynn928]

Am also from Kenya looking for an online job do you know any

[@Tadana2002]

Which companies are you working for Dennis? Kindly share😊

[@dennogods_pick1166]

Ebu jaribuni REV.com but make sure mmeelewa their rules/guidelines to pass the 1min video captioning

[@oliviachepkosgei4850]

MenNis Igs I'll surely try this too

[@goodlife8044]

Is there a particular laptop that is best for this type of work?

[@skytechbits]

I have a very serious point to make. When transcribing the person has to listen to the audio, then process that audio, then type the audio. The process of doing those 3 steps slow down the typing speed. Hearing audio is slower to process than seeing words when it comes to typing speed. I always feel frustrated about this and wonder why a fast typing speed is required? I prefer to edit a transcribed audio by using a speech-to-text platform first. I can edit it faster that way than to type it from scratch. I was recently denied work in my field and have transportation problems in cold weather so I might just dive into this again head-on and hope for the best.

[@beautynloc1]

Thank you.

[@AngieNelson]

You are welcome!

[@nikhilvalia8463]

Thank you so much he is best option for make money thxx

[@rhennykey-meee8743]

Nice video Angie! I am currently enrolled in the field of medical transcription. Technically, it's challenging course but it would help me to work at home. Hopefully to get a job after getting the cert. especially to pass the AHDI examination.

[@AngieNelson]

Keep moving forward and good luck with your exam!

[@rhennykey-meee8743]

wow ! You're fast !Thank you Angie ! Have a question , Do you do med.transcription?

[@AngieNelson]

I don't. I tried transcription for a while when I first started working from home, but it wasn't my cup of tea.

[@bingmangahis8408]

Hi, did you get your MT course online? Can i ask for the link where i could check it out? Thank you very much!

[@rajgudeartbox7765]

Thnks for making video

[@mnirwin5112]

Rev.com is a major PITA. And I speak as someone who transcribed material in a law office.

[@MulitSeeker]

Thank you

[@AngieNelson]

You are welcome, Debra

[@gardiacoleman5764]

Hi I went to school for Medical Billing and Coding, my question is having that knowledge would it help with being a Medical Transcriber

[@funmiade575]

Really great video. Very concise and expository. I just got introduced to transcription and decided to look it up on youtube for more information. I have just subscribed to your channel.

[@sanworld800]

I like comment and idea about transcription job

[@ew3046]

I want to know can a person do transcription on a iPad or do they have to have a computer?

[@scootover7]

at my last job I was a records center specialist. I typed records of patients from various Florida Hospitals. I worked with a great boss until the last two months, then it got really bad and I got laid off. I definitely can type, I learned typing at my last job within two days, by the next week I was making rate most of the time, or getting really close to it. I am on disability and could barely work 25 hours at my last job.

[@AngieNelson]

Sounds like it may be a good fit, Scott. Best of luck!

[@chakradharareddy6985]

Nice presentation

[@joaniedaniel9889]

This was a good informative video . Ty

[@AngieNelson]

You are welcome.

[@debikierstead9218]

You need to go to school for this. I did this for 30 years for a huge hospital

[@AngieNelson]

You do need training for medical transcription. You do not need training, however, for general transcription.

[@cresentut]

You have explained clearly about transcription job seekers easily but most of the transcription companies hire mostly from U.S.A., U.K. and so on it's hard to get job on most of the sites due to this reason.

[@AngieNelson]

As a site based in the USA, the job leads I share are specifically targeting those living in North America. The companies in this post theworkathomewife.com/worldwide-work-at-home-opportunities/ do hire internationally. Best of luck!

[@TalentSchoolInternational]

@@AngieNelson checking it asap. Am faith from Kenya

[@gracieanduze1171]

Angie, I found this video to be very informative, and professional. One question, do most of these companies require you to take a typing test? If so what is considered a good typing speed because I think I need to hone up on my skills.

[@AngieNelson]

Yes. I think every company requires passing of a test. The minimum you will likely see is 60 wpm with zero errors. Some of the better-paying jobs look for 65+.

[@abcd4350]

Thanks

[@strangelongcat7830]

Thank you so much for this! I am a teenager and I need money.

[@TheBikemaster94]

Appen is great if you know a foreign language, pizza delivery from 5-9pm also pays very well but I think in most states it's a 16 minimun age. 😬 just make sure you drive well and If you can't drive then maybe working inside a store would be better . It's not worth having an accident and then having your insurance go up especially when you're just starting out.

[@strangelongcat7830]

TheBikemaster94 thnks

[@ishwarishirapure6559]

Hi! Could you please tell me from where can I get training of transcribing?

[@AussieGirl235]

In regards to audio time/work time what about literably? They say they preload the text and you just have to correct the errors. That should mean it's a lot speedier to complete.

[@AngieNelson]

I haven't personally worked for that company. Perhaps try checking out some reviews on Glassdoor or reddit. Best of luck!

[@jillrichard269]

If the audio files have grammatical errors, do you transcribe as the files are presented to you or do you make corrections?

[@AngieNelson]

Hi, Jill. Each company will provide you with a guide that outlines their transcription requirements. Some ask that you type verbatim. Others are looking for a clean, polished document. They will let you know. Best of luck!

[@tomjey]

Thanks for asking that. Was wondering the same

[@asifmirza2069]

i can correct them

[@urgenc]

Hi Angie, great video . I can type 88-92 wpm effectively (pro). However I am 40 % deaf, use a volume booster on my computer which doesnt affect my hearing and lets me hear very clearly. Do you think I would be eligible for this job as I am a stay in home father. Also, what exactly does a foot pedal do ? Thank you so much for this informative video, its very encouraging.

[@AngieNelson]

Hi. A foot pedal allows you to stop/start an audio file with your foot as opposed to having to type and control the audio with your fingers. I would try some practice files to see how you feel about it. You can find some practice files at the below links: www.nch.com.au/scribe/practice.html www.stenospeed.com/

[@NiaNia-fn8sw]

@@AngieNelson thank you sis.. I've been looking 4 this..👍👍

[@anniesue4456]

I have a lot of transcription experience. I am mature and disciplined. I am very hopeful that this legitimate. Waiting to here about my test results from REV. I will keep you posted I am living in the country now and commuting is killing me!

[@AngieNelson]

Fingers crossed!

[@bingyg816]

Any reply so far??

[@shericontrary2535]

TranscribeMe has a manual that is very helpful. I used to document at my job working with behavior kids. I hope I'm not too old to learn all this.

[@AngieNelson]

Best of luck, Sheri!

[@sierrahernandez5934]

So I have been trying to get my typing speed up and learning good grammer.I was just wondering how long do you think it will be until I can type at least fourty wpm?I practice for at least 25 min a day on typing. And I have been doing that for around 2 months. I'm around 25 wpm. Thank you for your video. thank you for being helpful and having a servant's heart. may God bless you and keep you and make his face to shine upon you.

[@AngieNelson]

Hi, Sierra. Everyone is different. Just keep practicing. Here are a few links that may help theworkathomewife.com/improve-typing-skills/

[@user-tp1jo9sd6c]

It's better to learn to type with ten fingers. I don't know my speed, but at least not looking at the keyboard saves a lotta time.

[@sajedahasanali5712]

Thank you for your help. If there is a link that gives you list of words to automate to speed your transcription.

[@AngieNelson]

Each person's text expander preference will be different based on the type of files and companies you are transcribing for. The words you would want to set up expanders for would be phrases that are commonly used in your files and words that trip up your speed.

[@zimonslot]

How much does medical and legal transcribing make? What is the most a transcribing job can make?

[@kylamulvanity7706]

This video was a lot of help thanks for making it I’m thinking about getting into medical transcription. I was thinking about doing U.S. Career Institute program or career step I don’t know if anyone is familiar with those programs

[@AngieNelson]

Hi, Kyla. I have more information on Career Step at theworkathomewife.com/career-step/. Best of luck!

[@diwamadrideo1436]

I have no transcription experience., I however a lot of experience in Customer Service and I have a good ear. Typing wise I could say that I have a good typing speed. I hope I could start on the right foot here.

[@AngieNelson]

Best of luck to you!

[@transctiptionjob8578]

nice video

[@raghunandana142]

Hi it's only ladies or gents also please let me know

[@ullekhk6064]

A small doubt, can we do transcription work through mobile phones?

[@aiaustria40]

Nice video. Any tip on how o become a good transcriber? thank you

[@AngieNelson]

I have some tips and recommendations at theworkathomewife.com/transcription-equipment/.

[@thirdworldproblem1621]

Woah. I remember when this was 1.2K views only. 😂

[@ganjikotasravani3573]

Hi..I'm interested but..I don't know anything about it.. please help me

[@miracleh1508]

Angie, thanks for the video. It's very helpful and informative. My cousin is studying in UD, Dayton and is only allowed to work on campus. I am training her to transcribe and helping her to look for work from home jobs. Will it be okay if she works from home and gets paid through paypal or her US bank account while continuing to do her Masters?

[@AngieNelson]

You will need to check with the entity setting those on-campus requirements. That's not something I can answer.

[@JC-qx3tx]

So medical coding and terminology Associates degree would help. :)

[@AngieNelson]

A lot of medical transcription companies do require 2-3 years of transcription experience. There may be a couple to look into, however. Try nThrive, M Modal, StenoMed and Ubiquis.

[@MakeWay4CJ]

As someone who has worked in the digital forensics field I find it incredibly troubling when I see a company insist that you use a Google product of any kind as a condition of employment with them. There's a reason why Google offers companies their product with a clause that insists that they are the only browser/email/GPS etc. that they use. They do this for the same reason that they've written contracts with most of the major universities (do parents know that their children are now required to create gmail school account?), have purchased the WAZE GPS app, has a 33.3% interest in a DNA company (23andMe) and so much more. They do this as a way of gathering as much information on as many people as they possibly can. Now their latest attempt is to get companies such as TranscribeMe to insist that the only way that a person can work for them is if they use their Google Chrome browser as well. Isn't it odd to most people that TranscribeMe doesn't give their workers a choice of at least 1 other browser? Well, that's why-which is why I think I'll pass. There are plenty of other companies that are willing to allow us to use the browser of our choice.

[@aswathyvinayak7953]

Can we get trained through youtube

[@balakabasu7844]

I would like to know if there are any company providing medical transcription job as I am interested since I am a professional medical transcriber. I am working from home

[@sanworld800]

I from India I subscribe your channel

[@jawadnasim01]

Good 😊 Mam

[@bhinderbinder]

I'm applying at Rev.com because a friend tried it and said it was ok. Funny thing is, my computer got hung up during the last part of the application process, where you do a sample transcription! It wouldn't rewind for me. Anyway they offered an email address for assistance so I sent out an SOS to them. I wouldn't be surprised if they conclude that I wouldn't be a good candidate, even though I think I would! We'll see. Thanks for your video.

[@AngieNelson]

Best of luck, Beth!

[@bhinderbinder]

Well I didn't make the first cut. Apparently only 12% of applicants do. I may try again. I think I probably didn't give myself enough time to really soak up the rules, anxious to give it a try. It was an interesting topic in any case.

[@toastedtarts4044]

Beth Heinecamp how long did it take to get an answer?

[@bhinderbinder]

Within 24 hours.

[@toastedtarts4044]

Beth Heinecamp okay thanks

[@slevinchannel7589]

I sure am a legend when it comes to typing speed, but i have yet to find a Internet Site for Transcription and/or Translation that isnt so extremly, laughably Unhandy and Unpractical that i can use it without being annoyed all the time.

[@elguapo7722]

Thanks for the information. What is some free software that can be used for transcription work for beginners? Those sites like rev, they provide all the software don't they? Those sites are good for learning and experience in general transcription but once you have that, just apply to contract at home with a medical transcription facility?

[@AngieNelson]

Express Scribe is perhaps the most popular transcription software and they offer a free version. As for medical transcription, you can't simply get some general transcription experience and then apply to a medical transcription job. Companies typically require medical transcription training which includes terminology, anatomy and pharmacology, medical records types/formats, etc.