With people constantly wanting to improve their appearances, nail care or nail grooming has become a popular treatment option for both males and females. A career in nail care gives you the opportunity to express your creativity, as well as to make people feel good about their appearances. If you are passionate about working face-to-face with people, and helping to beautify their appearances, or even if you simply want to start your own business from home, then nail care may be a great option for you.

In South Africa, most jobs will require you to have completed a relevant course, but each employer will have their own set of requirements that they expect you to meet. Other aspects that they are likely to take into consideration include: your technical nail care skills, your interpersonal skills, and your other personal characteristics (such as whether you are detail-oriented and customer service-oriented).

There are many other reasons why you should study nail care:

• You will gain the skills that you need to work in this industry.
• You will learn how to communicate with your clients.
• You can increase your earning potential.
• You can acquire the skills you need to start your own beauty therapy business.