Getting Started question/Introduction

[Paula Ashton <paula -at- bellalune -dot- com>]

Hello all,

I did some search in the archives and couldn't find exactly what I was 
looking for so I am breaking out of lurking mode to ask.

I've been interested in switching careers from Executive Assistant/Office 
Manager to Technical Writing for a few years.  But a move from San 
Francisco to the Chicago-land area put things on hold until now.

I'm looking for suggestions on local programs teaching Technical Writing 
and getting certified (although I understand that there is some controversy 
over certification). My B.A. is in Creative Writing and I've done some 
freelance web and design work so I have some experience at tailoring my 
communication to a specific audience.

Ideally my goals are to become a Technical Writer, get some good experience 
and a solid portfolio going and move back to the Bay Area so I can be 
closer to my parents to help them out (also because I'm very homesick and 
snow is not so much fun anymore!).

I'm in the Wheaton area, Western suburbs of Chicago and I would prefer a 
school/program closer to me versus in Chicago proper.

My quick list:

High School English Teacher - TX
Executive Assistant - CA and IL
Marketing Account Coordinator - CA and IL
Office Manager- CA and IL
Web Monkey - CA
Convention Junkie, er Volunteer (BayCon, WonderCon, etc) - CA


Thanks,

Paula


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