Postgraduate Certificate in Trichology and Hair Sciences

Accreditation

Lerna | University of South Wales

Duration

6 Months

Tuition Fees

£3,000

Study Mode

Blended

Career Outcomes

Enhanced credibility, improved patient care, and progression into advanced trichology study.

ABOUT THIS COURSE

Course Overview

The Postgraduate Certificate in Trichology and Hair Sciences equips healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills to diagnose, manage, and treat hair and scalp conditions. Delivered online with blended learning, it combines academic rigour with practical application, ensuring immediate relevance to clinical practice.

Developed by Learna in partnership with the University of South Wales, this programme provides a recognised qualification that supports career progression and meets the growing demand for trichology expertise worldwide.

Who It's For

Doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals seeking specialist training in hair and scalp health.

Our Teaching Approach

Hair physiology, alopecia, and hirsutism diagnosis and management.

Career Outcomes

Enhanced credibility, improved patient care, and progression into advanced trichology study.

LEARNING PATHWAY

Course Details

The certificate is completed over six months, part‑time, through blended online learning. Each module lasts six weeks and is designed to be clinically focused.

You will engage in tutor‑led discussions, case‑based learning, and reflective practice, ensuring knowledge translates directly into your everyday clinical work.

The Certificate in Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology for Aesthetic Medicine is delivered through a blended academic and clinical model, combining structured theoretical learning with supervised applied practice. Assessment is evidence-based and mapped against nationally recognised qualification standards.

Module 1 - Hair Physiology: Anatomy and Pathophysiology

*Hair structure and follicular biology.

*Hair growth cycle and disorders classifications.

*Hormonal regulation of hair physiology.

*Nutritional and environmental factors affecting hair health.

Dermoscopy in hair and scalp analysis.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Apply systematic knowledge of hair physiology and its clinical implications.

2. Evaluate emerging approaches to dermoscopy in trichology practice.

Module 2 - Alopecia

*Types and classifications of alopecia.

*Aetiology and pathophysiology.

*Diagnostic approaches.

*Advances in treatment and integrative approaches.

Surgical interventions.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Apply evidence‑based knowledge of alopecia and evaluate emerging treatments.

2. Construct management strategies for alopecia in complex clinical scenarios.

Module 3 - Hirsutism

*Aetiology and pathogenesis.

*Diagnostic evaluation (hypertrichosis vs hirsutism).

*Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and other causes.

*Emotional and psychological impact.

Management strategies.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Evaluate diagnostic approaches for hirsutism.

2. Apply evidence‑based management strategies considering psychosocial impacts.

ELIGIBILITY

Who Should Enrol?

Doctors

Nurses & Midwives

Dentists

Allied Health Professionals

Experienced Cosmetic and Aesthetic Practitioners

Career Changer

Doctors
Physician Associates

Dentists
Dental Nurses
Dental Hygienists
& Therapists

Nurses &
Midwives
Nursing Associates

Allied Health Professionals

Basic Aesthetic Knowledge
Beauticians

Career Changer

ADMISSION CRITERIA

Entry Requirements & Prerequisites

Updated CV including address and date of birth.
Undergraduate degree certificate in a relevant subject.
Reference from a colleague, employer, or former tutor.
Personal statement explaining motivation for the course.
IELTS 6.0 or equivalent if English is not first language.
Healthcare professionals with related science degrees or suitable experience.

What You Receive on Completion

Assessment & Degree Certificate

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