Trichology Society
Certification Course

In-depth course for professionals who wish to become certified trichologists. The course gives you the tools to practice trichology and set up your own trichology center and also to give you the edge in promoting your new venture.

Academic Section

The distance-learning portion of the course is comprised of 28 chapters. The academic sections can be purchased in full or individually by chapter.

Clinical Training Section

This lasts 5 days are taken with Dr. David Kingsley and his staff. Please scroll to the bottom of the page to make your payment(s) for the clinical training.

What You’ll Learn in the Certified Trichologist Program

Gain the foundational knowledge and advanced insight you need to become a confident, certified trichologist. This comprehensive curriculum blends scientific theory with practical application—preparing you to support clients with a wide range of hair and scalp concerns.

 

Foundations of Trichology

  • Introduction to Trichology and Trichological Sciences
    Understand the origins, scope, and importance of trichology in hair and scalp health.

  • Basic Human Biology, Chemistry & Physics
    Learn the scientific principles that underpin trichological diagnostics and treatments.

  • Basic Genetics
    Discover how genetics influence hair growth, loss, and overall scalp conditions.

Anatomy & Physiology

  • The Structure & Function of the Hair and Scalp
    Dive deep into how hair grows, the role of follicles, and how the scalp supports hair health.

Hair Loss Conditions & Causes

  • Patchy Hair Loss: Alopecia Areata

  • Complete Hair Loss: Alopecia Totalis & Universalis

  • Genetic Hair Loss: Androgenic Alopecia (Male & Female)

  • Hair Shedding: Anagen & Telogen Effluviums

  • Scarring Hair Loss: Cicatricial Alopecias

  • Hair-Pulling Disorders: Trichotillomania

Hair Fiber Disorders

  • Breakage & Damage: Traction Alopecia

  • Inherited Hair Issues: Genetic and Congenital Hair Fiber Disorders

Scalp Disorders

  • Inflammation & Breakouts: Folliculitis

  • Flaking & Irritation: Seborrhoeic Dermatitis

Additional Hair & Scalp Conditions

  • Excess Hair Growth: Hirsutism

  • Reduced Hair Growth: Hypotrichosis

Treatment Protocols

  • Hair Loss Treatments

    • Surgical and Non-Surgical Options

    • Medicinal Approaches

  • Scalp Treatments

    • Trichological and Pharmaceutical Therapies

Client Consultations & Practice Building

  • Trichology Consultations
    Learn how to identify and assess a variety of hair and scalp conditions with professionalism and confidence.

  • Operating a Trichology Center
    Discover how to run and market a successful trichology practice—including branding, client experience, and outreach strategies.

Your Investment

Enrollment in one the Certified Trichologist Program is a one-time investment of $6,500.

Explore Options

Enrollment Pathways

Due to varying state and international requirements, we offer two certification pathways—both offering the same high-quality education and curriculum. The difference lies only in how certification is issued.

Are You a Medical Professional?

If you're a Physician, Pharmacist, Scientist, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or other licensed medical professional, there's a specialized program designed for your background

Apply for the Medical Professionals Pathway

U.S. Applicants
In Approved States

If you reside in one of the following U.S. states, you are eligible to enroll in The World Trichology Academy program:

Eligible States:
AK, AZ, CT, DE, FL, HI, ID, IN, KS, LA, ME, MA, MN, MO, MT, NH, NJ, NC, OH, SC, SD, TN, VT, WA, WV, WY

This path requires Proof of high school diploma

Apply to the World Trichology Academy

All Other U.S. States + International Applicants

If you live outside the U.S. or in any U.S. state listed below please apply through The World Trichology Society:

AL, AR, CA, CO, GA, IL, IA, KY, MD, MI, MS, NE, NV, NM, NY, ND, OK, OR, PA, RI, TX, UT, VA, WI

Apply to the World Trichology Society

Other Courses:

The 7H's of Hair Loss© Course

The seven causes of hair loss and the treatments for each.

$19.00 USD

Advanced Course: the Trichology Consultation

This course is for certified trichologists, physicians and other hair-loss specialists and students to learn about how to perform a complete trichological consultation.

$1,000.00 USD

How to Read Blood Tests as a Trichologist

This course is for certified trichologists, physicians and other hair-loss specialists to learn about how to recommend and read blood test results trichologically. This will benefit the specialist's patients/clients as well as his/her practice by providing an additional income stream.

$1,400.00 USD