Advanced Programmes
Trichology and Hair Science
The Trichology and Hair Science helps you move beyond surface-level hair treatments and develop a deeper scientific understanding of hair and scalp health.
Tuition Fees
£1,500
Duration: 1 Day
Harley Institute of Aesthetics
CQC‑Registered Clinic
GMC‑Registered Teachers
Diplomate‑Led Training
Supervised Clinical Practice
ABOUT THIS COURSE
Course Overview
Hair loss is a problem that affects many people. Androgenetic alopecia for example can impact up to half of both men and women. Other issues like alopecia areata, telogen effluvium and inflammatory scalp conditions also play a role. As the hair restoration market grows patients are looking for more than treatments. They want information, structured assessments and personalised care plans from their practitioners.
The Advanced Masterclass in Trichology and Hair Science is designed to help professionals understand hair and scalp health in depth. It covers a range of topics from common hair loss conditions, to rare ones. The course teaches assessment methods, treatment options and how to build a trichology service. It gives practitioners the skills to identify the causes of hair loss recognise symptoms and assess patients with care. Importantly it helps them include hair restoration into the overall health journey of each patient.
What You'll Learn?
Course Details
The Advanced Masterclass in Trichology and Hair Science starts with the basics of trichology. It covers the structure and function of hair and scalp including how genetics, ageing, lifestyle choices, nutrition and overall health affect hair growth. The course goes deeper, into common and rare hair loss conditions well as different scalp disorders. Students learn how to carry out assessments and develop effective treatment plans. It also explores ways to restore hair and improve scalp health. In addition the program looks at the business side—how to set up a trichology clinic deliver care and build a sustainable service model. The goal is to blend knowledge with practical long-term patient care.
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.
What You'll Study?
Introduction to Trichology
Explains the role of trichology professionals, hair growth cycles, causes of hair loss, and referral responsibilities.
Anatomy and Physiology of the Hair and Scalp
Covers follicle structure, scalp anatomy, biology, blood supply, and age‑related changes affecting hair health.
Lifestyle and General Health Influences
Explores nutrition, stress, sleep, hormones, medications, systemic health, and lifestyle factors impacting hair and scalp.
Common Hair Loss Conditions
Examines androgenetic alopecia, male/female pattern loss, telogen effluvium, alopecia areata, and referral considerations.
Less Common Hair Loss Disorders
Introduces scarring and inflammatory alopecias, autoimmune conditions, systemic disease‑related hair loss, and red‑flag recognition.
Common Scalp Disorders
Covers dandruff, dermatitis, psoriasis, folliculitis, fungal infections, scalp sensitivity, and patient management strategies.
Hair and Scalp Assessment Techniques
Teaches structured consultation, scalp examination, trichoscopy, documentation, treatment planning, and monitoring changes.
Treatment Strategies for Hair and Scalp Disorders
Focuses on personalised management plans, medical and topical treatments, nutrition, regenerative approaches, and referrals.
Hair Restoration Techniques
Explores modern restoration principles, patient selection, FUE/FUT, graft design, non‑surgical options, and long‑term planning.
Setting Up a Trichology Clinic
Guides clinic setup, patient journey design, documentation, infection control, governance, marketing, and sustainable practice building.
Key Information
Entry Requirements
Applicants should normally meet the following requirements:
• Hold a relevant healthcare, medical, aesthetic, beauty, wellness or allied professional qualification.
• Have a basic understanding of human anatomy and physiology.
• Demonstrate an interest in hair, scalp health, trichology or hair restoration.
• Be able to engage with professional-level scientific and clinical educational material.
• Meet any additional programme-specific requirements relevant to the applicant's professional background and intended scope of practice.
Our Teaching Approach
Science-Led Trichology
We start with the science of hair and scalp health so that students can learn about conditions and treatment options of just remembering treatment names.
Assessment Before Treatment
A good trichology practice begins with knowing the patient. Our method focuses on taking a history doing an examination recognising patterns doing the kind of assessment and understanding when it is needed to refer the patient.
Clinical Knowledge Meets Professional Opportunity
The course brings together education with real-world issues, about hair restoration and starting a specialist clinic helping students learn about both the professional and business parts of the field.
Progression Route
1. Build Specialist Hair and Scalp Knowledge
2. Progress to Advanced Hair Restoration Education
3. Progress Towards Postgraduate Study
Eligible Roles
Who We Train
Doctors
Physician
Associates
Nurses
Dentists
Allied Health Professionals
Beauty Therapists
Aspiring Aesthetic Practitioners
Recognised Training & Qualifications
Accreditation & Validation
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything You Need to Know
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.
1. Who is this masterclass designed for?
This masterclass is designed for professionals in healthcare, beauty, wellness and allied fields who wish to build specialist knowledge of hair and scalp science. This masterclass can be especially useful for practitioners who are thinking about a career or extra service offering in trichology and hair restoration.
2. Is this masterclass suitable for someone who's new to trichology?
Yes long as the applicant meets the professional entry requirements of this masterclass. This masterclass introduces the foundations of trichology before moving into conditions, scalp disorders, assessment, treatment strategies and hair restoration.
3. Will I be able to diagnose hair‑loss conditions after completing this masterclass?
This masterclass develops knowledge of conditions and assessment principles but completion does not automatically give medical diagnostic rights. The practitioner must operate within the scope, competence and applicable regulations and should refer patients for medical investigation or specialist assessment where appropriate.
4. Why is trichology important for hair restoration practitioners?
Hair restoration starts with understanding why hair loss happens. A practitioner who knows forms of alopecia, scalp disorders, health influences and patient characteristics is better positioned to assess suitability communicate realistically with patients and understand when hair restoration may or may not be appropriate.
5. Does this masterclass include hair transplantation?
This masterclass introduces hair restoration principles, including ideas about FUE, FUT donor assessment, recipient planning, hairline design and graft characteristics. This masterclass should not be seen as a substitute for surgical training if a practitioner plans to perform hair transplantation procedures.
6. Can this masterclass help me obtain indemnity insurance?
Relevant professional education may strengthen the CPD and training portfolio of the practitioner. May be considered by insurers when assessing professional activities. However insurance depends on the insurers requirements. Completion of this masterclass does not guarantee indemnity cover.
7. Can this masterclass help me set up a trichology clinic?
This masterclass introduces considerations for establishing a trichology service, including consultation systems, equipment, clinical governance, documentation, service development and ethical marketing. However establishing a healthcare or specialist clinic also requires compliance with the professional legal regulatory, insurance and business requirements that apply to the location and scope of practice.
8. Can I progress from this masterclass to a PGC or PGD?
Potentially. This masterclass can be part of a professional development pathway. Depending on the existing qualifications and the requirements of the programme the practitioner may progress towards postgraduate study such, as a PGC or PGD followed by further Master’s‑level education where eligible.
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