How to become a certified videographer and other questions

[Susan Kennedy]

Hi everyone.  Below I attached a posting from 2009.  I am currently interested in becoming a videographer, but also do not know much about the profession.  I was hoping to get some current answers to the questions she posted back in 2009.  Thank you everyone for all your help.

 

I know absolutely nothing about becoming and being a videographer, but am intrigued with this profession. Hopefully, one or more of you can help me with some answers to my questions. What type of training is required, how long is the training, what's the cost of training and where is training offered? What type of equipment is needed and what is the cost of equipment? Are the majority of videographers employed by reporting firms or are they freelancers? What is the average income for a full-time videographer? And any other information you can give me about the profession of videography will be greatly appreciated.