Multi Award-Winning Nail Education
Become a Confident, Qualified Nail Technician
Award winning, fully accredited nail training in Derby or online worldwide. Learn at your own pace with expert guidance, personalised support, and the confidence to build a real career.
✔️Scratch Educator of the Year 2024
✔️Scratch Online Educator of the Year 2025
✔️Courses fully accredited by ABT
🤎 A Word From My Students 🤎
Online Nail Technicians Course
Having looked through the material on this course, I am blown away by the amount of detail included! It is incredibly thorough including a lot of theory but also lots of practical application and also case studies to ensure you are learning and applying what you've learnt to a good standard. I am incredibly excited to be taking this course!
Online Builder Gel Course
The Best in the Business !
Mel is so kind and helpful, really full of knowledge and confidence. She is so in depth with the theory and practical and her feedback is amazing! I feel so confident to go out and do clients and I can’t thank her enough. Wouldn’t go anywhere else to train xx
Online Builder Gel Course
Mel has been amazing and has been very supportive throughout. I have learnt so much during this course & I appreciate how Mel goes into detail about every aspect of builder gel & anatomy. The course is also very flexible so you are able to work this around your everyday life. I would highly recommend.
Online E-File Course
Really enjoyed this course, it was really easy to follow and understand all the online videos/tutorials, great tips and trips and very informative, everything you need to know to confidently and safely use an e-file, many thanks Mel 😊
Online Builder & Gel Polish
i am loving training with Mel. I’m one of those students who like to make sure I have things right and will ask for guidance when I need it & I can confirm Mel is always there to give sound advice and support. I’m now taking on more courses with Mel because of how great my initial courses have been!
Online Nail Technicians Course
Having looked through the material on this course, I am blown away by the amount of detail included! It is incredibly thorough including a lot of theory but also lots of practical application and also case studies to ensure you are learning and applying what you've learnt to a good standard. I am incredibly excited to be taking this course!
Online Builder Gel Course
The Best in the Business !
Mel is so kind and helpful, really full of knowledge and confidence. She is so in depth with the theory and practical and her feedback is amazing! I feel so confident to go out and do clients and I can’t thank her enough. Wouldn’t go anywhere else to train xx
Online Builder Gel Course
Mel has been amazing and has been very supportive throughout. I have learnt so much during this course & I appreciate how Mel goes into detail about every aspect of builder gel & anatomy. The course is also very flexible so you are able to work this around your everyday life. I would highly recommend.
Online E-File Course
Really enjoyed this course, it was really easy to follow and understand all the online videos/tutorials, great tips and trips and very informative, everything you need to know to confidently and safely use an e-file, many thanks Mel 😊
Online Builder & Gel Polish
i am loving training with Mel. I’m one of those students who like to make sure I have things right and will ask for guidance when I need it & I can confirm Mel is always there to give sound advice and support. I’m now taking on more courses with Mel because of how great my initial courses have been!
Online Nail Technicians Course
Having looked through the material on this course, I am blown away by the amount of detail included! It is incredibly thorough including a lot of theory but also lots of practical application and also case studies to ensure you are learning and applying what you've learnt to a good standard. I am incredibly excited to be taking this course!
Online Builder Gel Course
The Best in the Business !
Mel is so kind and helpful, really full of knowledge and confidence. She is so in depth with the theory and practical and her feedback is amazing! I feel so confident to go out and do clients and I can’t thank her enough. Wouldn’t go anywhere else to train xx
Online Builder Gel Course
Mel has been amazing and has been very supportive throughout. I have learnt so much during this course & I appreciate how Mel goes into detail about every aspect of builder gel & anatomy. The course is also very flexible so you are able to work this around your everyday life. I would highly recommend.
Online E-File Course
Really enjoyed this course, it was really easy to follow and understand all the online videos/tutorials, great tips and trips and very informative, everything you need to know to confidently and safely use an e-file, many thanks Mel 😊
Online Builder & Gel Polish
i am loving training with Mel. I’m one of those students who like to make sure I have things right and will ask for guidance when I need it & I can confirm Mel is always there to give sound advice and support. I’m now taking on more courses with Mel because of how great my initial courses have been!
Online Nail Technicians Course
Having looked through the material on this course, I am blown away by the amount of detail included! It is incredibly thorough including a lot of theory but also lots of practical application and also case studies to ensure you are learning and applying what you've learnt to a good standard. I am incredibly excited to be taking this course!
Online Builder Gel Course
The Best in the Business !
Mel is so kind and helpful, really full of knowledge and confidence. She is so in depth with the theory and practical and her feedback is amazing! I feel so confident to go out and do clients and I can’t thank her enough. Wouldn’t go anywhere else to train xx
Online Builder Gel Course
Mel has been amazing and has been very supportive throughout. I have learnt so much during this course & I appreciate how Mel goes into detail about every aspect of builder gel & anatomy. The course is also very flexible so you are able to work this around your everyday life. I would highly recommend.
Online E-File Course
Really enjoyed this course, it was really easy to follow and understand all the online videos/tutorials, great tips and trips and very informative, everything you need to know to confidently and safely use an e-file, many thanks Mel 😊
Online Builder & Gel Polish
i am loving training with Mel. I’m one of those students who like to make sure I have things right and will ask for guidance when I need it & I can confirm Mel is always there to give sound advice and support. I’m now taking on more courses with Mel because of how great my initial courses have been!
Online Nail Technicians Course
Having looked through the material on this course, I am blown away by the amount of detail included! It is incredibly thorough including a lot of theory but also lots of practical application and also case studies to ensure you are learning and applying what you've learnt to a good standard. I am incredibly excited to be taking this course!
Online Builder Gel Course
The Best in the Business !
Mel is so kind and helpful, really full of knowledge and confidence. She is so in depth with the theory and practical and her feedback is amazing! I feel so confident to go out and do clients and I can’t thank her enough. Wouldn’t go anywhere else to train xx
Online Builder Gel Course
Mel has been amazing and has been very supportive throughout. I have learnt so much during this course & I appreciate how Mel goes into detail about every aspect of builder gel & anatomy. The course is also very flexible so you are able to work this around your everyday life. I would highly recommend.
Online E-File Course
Really enjoyed this course, it was really easy to follow and understand all the online videos/tutorials, great tips and trips and very informative, everything you need to know to confidently and safely use an e-file, many thanks Mel 😊
Online Builder & Gel Polish
i am loving training with Mel. I’m one of those students who like to make sure I have things right and will ask for guidance when I need it & I can confirm Mel is always there to give sound advice and support. I’m now taking on more courses with Mel because of how great my initial courses have been!
Online Nail Technicians Course
Having looked through the material on this course, I am blown away by the amount of detail included! It is incredibly thorough including a lot of theory but also lots of practical application and also case studies to ensure you are learning and applying what you've learnt to a good standard. I am incredibly excited to be taking this course!
Online Builder Gel Course
The Best in the Business !
Mel is so kind and helpful, really full of knowledge and confidence. She is so in depth with the theory and practical and her feedback is amazing! I feel so confident to go out and do clients and I can’t thank her enough. Wouldn’t go anywhere else to train xx
Online Builder Gel Course
Mel has been amazing and has been very supportive throughout. I have learnt so much during this course & I appreciate how Mel goes into detail about every aspect of builder gel & anatomy. The course is also very flexible so you are able to work this around your everyday life. I would highly recommend.
Online E-File Course
Really enjoyed this course, it was really easy to follow and understand all the online videos/tutorials, great tips and trips and very informative, everything you need to know to confidently and safely use an e-file, many thanks Mel 😊
Online Builder & Gel Polish
i am loving training with Mel. I’m one of those students who like to make sure I have things right and will ask for guidance when I need it & I can confirm Mel is always there to give sound advice and support. I’m now taking on more courses with Mel because of how great my initial courses have been!
Online Nail Technicians Course
Having looked through the material on this course, I am blown away by the amount of detail included! It is incredibly thorough including a lot of theory but also lots of practical application and also case studies to ensure you are learning and applying what you've learnt to a good standard. I am incredibly excited to be taking this course!
Online Builder Gel Course
The Best in the Business !
Mel is so kind and helpful, really full of knowledge and confidence. She is so in depth with the theory and practical and her feedback is amazing! I feel so confident to go out and do clients and I can’t thank her enough. Wouldn’t go anywhere else to train xx
Online Builder Gel Course
Mel has been amazing and has been very supportive throughout. I have learnt so much during this course & I appreciate how Mel goes into detail about every aspect of builder gel & anatomy. The course is also very flexible so you are able to work this around your everyday life. I would highly recommend.
Online E-File Course
Really enjoyed this course, it was really easy to follow and understand all the online videos/tutorials, great tips and trips and very informative, everything you need to know to confidently and safely use an e-file, many thanks Mel 😊
Online Builder & Gel Polish
i am loving training with Mel. I’m one of those students who like to make sure I have things right and will ask for guidance when I need it & I can confirm Mel is always there to give sound advice and support. I’m now taking on more courses with Mel because of how great my initial courses have been!
Online Nail Technicians Course
Having looked through the material on this course, I am blown away by the amount of detail included! It is incredibly thorough including a lot of theory but also lots of practical application and also case studies to ensure you are learning and applying what you've learnt to a good standard. I am incredibly excited to be taking this course!
Online Builder Gel Course
The Best in the Business !
Mel is so kind and helpful, really full of knowledge and confidence. She is so in depth with the theory and practical and her feedback is amazing! I feel so confident to go out and do clients and I can’t thank her enough. Wouldn’t go anywhere else to train xx
Online Builder Gel Course
Mel has been amazing and has been very supportive throughout. I have learnt so much during this course & I appreciate how Mel goes into detail about every aspect of builder gel & anatomy. The course is also very flexible so you are able to work this around your everyday life. I would highly recommend.
Online E-File Course
Really enjoyed this course, it was really easy to follow and understand all the online videos/tutorials, great tips and trips and very informative, everything you need to know to confidently and safely use an e-file, many thanks Mel 😊
Online Builder & Gel Polish
i am loving training with Mel. I’m one of those students who like to make sure I have things right and will ask for guidance when I need it & I can confirm Mel is always there to give sound advice and support. I’m now taking on more courses with Mel because of how great my initial courses have been!
Online Nail Technicians Course
Having looked through the material on this course, I am blown away by the amount of detail included! It is incredibly thorough including a lot of theory but also lots of practical application and also case studies to ensure you are learning and applying what you've learnt to a good standard. I am incredibly excited to be taking this course!
Online Builder Gel Course
The Best in the Business !
Mel is so kind and helpful, really full of knowledge and confidence. She is so in depth with the theory and practical and her feedback is amazing! I feel so confident to go out and do clients and I can’t thank her enough. Wouldn’t go anywhere else to train xx
Online Builder Gel Course
Mel has been amazing and has been very supportive throughout. I have learnt so much during this course & I appreciate how Mel goes into detail about every aspect of builder gel & anatomy. The course is also very flexible so you are able to work this around your everyday life. I would highly recommend.
Online E-File Course
Really enjoyed this course, it was really easy to follow and understand all the online videos/tutorials, great tips and trips and very informative, everything you need to know to confidently and safely use an e-file, many thanks Mel 😊
Online Builder & Gel Polish
i am loving training with Mel. I’m one of those students who like to make sure I have things right and will ask for guidance when I need it & I can confirm Mel is always there to give sound advice and support. I’m now taking on more courses with Mel because of how great my initial courses have been!
Online Nail Technicians Course
Having looked through the material on this course, I am blown away by the amount of detail included! It is incredibly thorough including a lot of theory but also lots of practical application and also case studies to ensure you are learning and applying what you've learnt to a good standard. I am incredibly excited to be taking this course!
Online Builder Gel Course
The Best in the Business !
Mel is so kind and helpful, really full of knowledge and confidence. She is so in depth with the theory and practical and her feedback is amazing! I feel so confident to go out and do clients and I can’t thank her enough. Wouldn’t go anywhere else to train xx
Online Builder Gel Course
Mel has been amazing and has been very supportive throughout. I have learnt so much during this course & I appreciate how Mel goes into detail about every aspect of builder gel & anatomy. The course is also very flexible so you are able to work this around your everyday life. I would highly recommend.
Online E-File Course
Really enjoyed this course, it was really easy to follow and understand all the online videos/tutorials, great tips and trips and very informative, everything you need to know to confidently and safely use an e-file, many thanks Mel 😊
Online Builder & Gel Polish
i am loving training with Mel. I’m one of those students who like to make sure I have things right and will ask for guidance when I need it & I can confirm Mel is always there to give sound advice and support. I’m now taking on more courses with Mel because of how great my initial courses have been!
In Depth Nail Education For Technicians Who Want More Than A Basic Course
Supportive education designed to help you build confidence, understand your technique and develop real professional skills.
Online and In Person Nail Courses from an Award Winning UK Educator
I’m a recognised leader in professional nail training, delivering in depth education both online and in person. My courses are designed for those who want to truly understand their technique, build confidence and work to a professional standard.
If you’re looking for a quick tick box course, I may not be the right fit. If you want full training, expert support and the skills to build a real career in nails, you’re in the right place. Welcome.
✔ In person training in Derbyshire
✔ Online learning platform with lifetime access
✔ Beginner friendly with full tutor support
✔ Small class or 1 to 1 training available
What My Students Say
Real feedback from students who have trained with Melanie Lewendon Academy.
How Training With Melanie Lewendon Academy Works
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My promise to you
As an educator, my goal is simple.
To provide thorough, professional training that genuinely prepares you for working in the nail industry.
I believe in clear teaching, honest feedback and supportive guidance so that every student builds confidence in their skills.
When you train with me, you’re not just completing a course.
You’re developing knowledge and techniques that will support your career long after your training day.