[nabop] braille transcription and proofreading career information

[Sarah]

good afternoon. I am considering a career as a Braille transcriptionist or  proofreader. I am totally blind and have been reading and writing Braille all my life. How long does it take to complete the braille transcription and proofreading classes? are the classes offered  in the Amarillo, Texas area? What equipment will I need? Since I already know Braille, should I just take one course? What would have the best employment opportunities between transcription and proofreading? what is the average annual salary? Could I find employment in the Texas Panhandle? Feel free to email me off list. Thank you. 
    Sarah Harris