I'm a new snake owner and take perfect care of my ball. I don't think you need to be an "advanced snake owner" to get into as long as you do your research.
I see on this forum all the time when a newbie has an issue it is normally from lack of research. With goggle and forums like this, there is no reason why someone new can't get their own a snake. If new people don't get into it the hobby will die.