• Association of Electric File Manufacturers Provides training on safe practice during nail services. Information about course schedules and attendance with contact details of certified schools.

• BeautyTech Offers opportunities for networking within industry-specific areas, including resources for nail technicians, salon owners, cosmetologists and estheticians.

• British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology Contains information for consumers about salons, therapists and treatments, as well as a forum and professional vacancy listings.

• Clairol Professional Tips, tools and techniques for hair stylists, featuring career development materials for students and further information for members (registration required).

• Cosmetic Executive Women Trade organization offering events, awards and charity funding. Online registration (requires membership) and information for sponsors.

• Makeup Hair and Styling Offers information and news for freelance stylists, featuring an online magazine and the ability to post classified adverts.

• Nails Information and services for nail technicians featuring an online magazine, client handouts and product reviews.

• Nailsplash Career information and techniques for nail technicians with practical lessons on manicures, enhancements and applications.

• Professional Beauty Provides detailed information about treatments and has directories of suppliers and salons.

• Salon Channel Industry news and events with a job database, directory of manufacturers and articles on treatments, products and services.

• Salon Employment Resource for salon and spa employers and job-seekers with the ability to post career profile information. Full recruitment services only available to registered members.

• TeachHairBraiding.com Offers online courses in basic and advanced hairstyle designs, including herringbone, cornrolls, five strand, circle braid, and lace.