As medium sized birds, with fairly standard requirements, they are sometimes taken on as a beginner’s pet. However, as with all pet birds, even the basic standards are quite involved, so anyone taking on a pet bird must do their research. Ringnecks are known to become very difficult if not handled correctly, and so may be more suited to an experienced handler.
Their adolescent ‘bluffing’ period can be a testing time, so some history with navigating this tricky phase may be beneficial.