gcis vuk uzenzele > By gcis vuk uzenzele - 28 May 2021 - 07:00 Amanda Nyoka works on the make-up of singer Nomcebo Zikode. Image: Supplied.
You don’t have to study at a university to secure your future as furthering your studies through a TVET college will help you gain valuable skills.
Government has been encouraging youth to consider enrolling at TVET colleges, to gain the skills needed to address the skills gaps in the economy.
Celebrity make-up artist and businesswoman Amanda Nyoka (31) is putting the skills she learnt at a TVET college to good use.
Nyoka, who was born in Uitenhage and grew up in Addo in the Eastern Cape, obtained a marketing diploma from the Eastcape Midlands TVET College in 2011.
She is the founder and owner of beauty business Amish Beauty and Glam and skincare range Amish Healthy Skin, and uses her skills to market her brand and grow her business.
“You need to take anything you do seriously if you want to succeed. It does not matter where you study, whether it’s at a TVET college or university,” says Nyoka.
“The best thing about studying at a TVET college is that you are taught theory and practical work, which helps you to acquire the skills you need in the workplace,” she adds.
The self-taught beautician drew inspiration to start her business from her financial struggles.