I’ve been in the hair industry for over 20 years, so I get it.
You’re busy, juggling clients, trying to grow your skills, and looking for ways to boost your income.
That’s exactly why I started my academy: to help people just like you unlock the earning potential of hair extensions.
At Melissa Hayward Academy, we’re all about building belief in your potential. Our practical, high-quality training is designed to fit seamlessly into your busy schedule.
But it’s not just about the skills - you’ll also gain the confidence to truly shine. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your craft, my courses will empower you to not only meet client demands but also feel proud of what you can achieve.
Here, you won’t just walk away with an accredited certificate. You’ll leave with the confidence, tools, and belief in yourself to take your career to the next level.
Our mission is to help you grow, thrive, and take your career to the next level.
At the heart of everything we do are our core values...
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 Empowering: We create a supportive space where you can take control of your career, grow, and succeed.
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 Welcoming: From day one, we make sure you feel comfortable, valued, and respected. Learning here is relaxed and friendly.
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 Leaders in the field: With years of experience, we help you master new techniques and grow professionally.
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 Trusted: Our five-star reviews and happy students say it all. You can count on us for top-quality training, every time.
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 Passionate: We bring enthusiasm to everything we do, so you leave feeling confident and inspired.
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 Abundance Mindset: We want you to succeed, grow your career and benefit from new opportunities.
We pride ourselves on providing the very best hair extension training.
But don't just take our word for it. Â
Read some of our students' reviews about the quality and impact of our training.
Margaret Ward
"This course was an absolute dream. Melissa made everything so easy to follow and understand. Couldn’t have picked someone better to do my course with."
Pearl Lambe
"Melissa makes every learning experience so easy. No question is left unanswered and all techniques are explained and shown before you do it.
Also after the course there are groups and link-ins. Anyone who is thinking of doing this course, I would say go for it and definitely make Melissa your number 1 choice."
Stephanie Power
"I came away with so much knowledge. Down to the finest detail, no stone was left unturned. It was a really relaxing, fun day. I would definitely recommend this course!"
Lillyann Gillanders
"Melissa covered everything in such good detail and I feel so confident in starting my hair extension career."
Nakita Martin
" Melissa touched on absolutely everything throughout this course and made sure we were comfortable before moving on. It's very easy to see that Melissa loves her job."
Samantha Roche
"Melissa goes the extra mile for her students. It was the most enjoyable course I’ve done and was well worth the investment! She shares tips and tricks of every aspect of industry to help build your portfolio and become the best you can be at hair extensions."
