WTA Program

The World Trichology Academy Program

Why You Should Take This Program

You will receive TWO certificates:
1) "Certified Trichologist Certificate" through the World Trichology Society, and
2) “Certified Trichologist Program Diploma" through the World Trichology Academy stating the course is licensed through the Florida Department of Education.

In-depth program for individuals who wish to become certified trichologists, and so become highly regarded by your peers.

Program 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.

The ability to help your clients with hair loss and scalp problems.

Certified trichologists are able to use the prestigious 'WTS' suffix after their name (with active membership to the World Trichology Society, available after program completion).

Links to other hair loss and scalp specialists from around the world.

Your name and contact information added to our 'find a trichologist' website.

Certification Program Outline

All courses and related assessments are completed online. See Clinical Training below for additional information about in-person and virtual clinical training opportunities.

Program Structure

Academic (Distance-Learning) The coursework portion of the program is comprised of seven courses, which cover 28 chapters of text materials. These are completed online. Chapters are provided to the students as they are paid for (see Tuition and Fees section below). Each chapter contains homework assignments, which are given to help improve your knowledge of the material. They do NOT need to be sent in for grading.

Tests are also included at the end of each chapter. These DO need to be sent in for grading. When ready, complete the test and send it to WTA via email. You will receive an email reply with your final grade (pass/fail – 75% or better is a pass) together with any comments from the professor. If needed, tests can be retaken as many times as needed. The coursework portion of the program should take between six and 28 months, depending on the amount of time you are able to devote to study. You are required to complete at least one Chapter per month.

Clinical Training

Five-day (40-hour) clinical training seminars are provided four times per year in either virtual or in-person format. This training needs to be completed within 3 months of finishing the academic part of the program. Students may select the virtual or in-person format at their discretion. If a student chooses to attend in-person Clinical Training, they are responsible for all costs associated with travel and lodging. The Final Examination is taken at the completion of Clinical Training (see the Program Outline below for additional information).

Program Outline

CT101: Introduction (10 clock hours)

Chapter 1–Introduction to Trichology

Pre-Requisite Program Courses

CT102: Introduction to the Trichological Sciences (100 clock hours)

Chapter 2–Introduction to Human Biology: Cells and Tissues
Chapter 3–Introduction to Human Biology: Organ Systems
Chapter 4–Introduction to Chemistry
Chapter 5–Introduction to Physics
Chapter 6–Introduction to Genetics

This course is designed to give you a basic knowledge of the science terms important for the trichologist. As the program proceeds, this information will help you understand some of the trichological concepts. You do not need to learn all the terms, just be familiar with them.

CT103: Trichological Anatomy & Physiology (60 clock hours)

Chapter 7–Anatomy & Physiology of the Hair
Chapter 8–Anatomy & Physiology of the Skin
Chapter 9–Anatomy & Physiology of the Scalp

This course will teach you about the skin/scalp/hair in more detail. You do not need to learn all the terms, just be familiar with the concepts.

Core Program Courses

CT201: Trichological Lifestyle & General Health Influences (60 clock hours)

Chapter 10–Lifestyle & General Health Influences On The Hair And Scalp: Nutrition
Chapter 11–Lifestyle & General Health Influences On The Hair And Scalp: General Health, Medications, And Stress
Chapter 12–Lifestyle & General Health Influences On The Hair And Scalp: Hormones

This course will teach you about how general health, environmental and lifestyle factors can affect the hair and scalp.

CT202: Trichological Hair-Loss & Hair Fiber Problems (180 clock hours)

Chapter 13–More Common Hair Loss Problems: Male Genetic Hair Loss
Chapter 14–More Common Hair Loss Problems: Female Genetic Hair Loss
Chapter 15–More Common Hair Loss Problems: The Effluviums
Chapter 16–More Common Hair Loss Problems: Alopecia Areata
Chapter 17–Less Common Hair Loss Problems: Cicatricial (Scarring) Alopecia
Chapter 18–Less Common Hair Loss Problems: Trichotillomania
Chapter 19–Hair Fiber Problems: Acquired (Hairdressing Issues)
Chapter 20–Hair Fiber Problems: Genetic And Congenital
Chapter 21–Other Hair Growth Disorders

This course discusses the identification, causes and treatment choices for the hair loss problems and hair fiber issues you will see as a Certified Trichologist.

CT203: Trichological Scalp Disorders (80 clock hours)

Chapter 22–More Common Scalp Disorders: Non-Inflammatory Scalp Problems
Chapter 23–More Common Scalp Disorders: Inflammatory Scalp Problems
Chapter 24– Less Common Scalp Disorders: Contagious Scalp Problems
Chapter 25– Less Common Scalp Disorders: Non-Contagious Scalp Problems

This course discusses the identification, causes and treatment choices for the scalp problems that you will see as a Certified Trichologist.

CT204: Being a Certified Trichologist (50 clock hours)

Chapter 26–Getting Started As A Certified Trichologist: The Consultation
Chapter 27–Getting Started As A Certified Trichologist: Treatments And Client Follow-Ups
Chapter 28–Getting Started As A Certified Trichologist: Setting Up A Trichology Center

This course discusses how to use all your knowledge from the previous Chapters in a clinical setting.

Clinical Training

CT205: Clinical Training (40 clock hours)

Students participate in a five-day clinical training seminar as a culminating activity for the program. This seminar helps bring the whole curriculum together so that you practice the skills and information learned in the academic part of the program, in order to prepare for success as a Certified Trichologist. You will learn how to perform a trichological consultation and identify, treat, and advise clients/patients in helping improve their hair/scalp problems. The clinical training takes place four times yearly (one in-person and three virtually).

In-person clinical training

In-person clinical training includes all-day sessions, during which students review a provided manual and complete a provided workbook. After each of the first four days, students are required to write a two-page report on the information covered that day, for submission the next morning. The daily clinical practice schedule is:

Day One: Introduction to the Clinical Practice materials, review of basic concepts from the Certified Trichologist program, and an introduction to consultation procedures.
Day Two: Review of the cosmetic importance of hair, hair and scalp treatment procedures, trichology consultation procedures including microscope and blood testing, and discussion of clinic setup and administration.
Day Three: Observe live-patient assessments conducted by the instructor, review of skin physiology and skin diseases, and consultations procedures related to scalp conditions.
Day Four: Observe live-patient assessments conducted by the instructor, conduct live-patient assessments under the supervision of the instructor, discuss the psychology of hair loss, hair nutrition, and clinical practice sales and marketing.
Day Five: Students conduct live-patient assessments under the supervision of the instructor in the morning. In the afternoon, students complete their final examination (described below), including conducting a graded live- patient assessment.

Virtual clinical training

Virtual clinical training includes all-day video sessions that are attended live, during which students review a provided manual and complete a provided workbook. After each of the first four days, students are required to write a two- page report on the information covered that day, for submission the next morning. Students are required to attend the entirety of each all-day video session and participate in discussions throughout the day. Instead of live observation of trichological consultations during days three, four, and five, client photos are reviewed and discussed including the consultation procedures to be observed in each case. Final written and oral examinations are conducted live during the afternoon of day five. Students are then required to conduct a trichological consultation with a friend or family member, which they record using a phone or computer and submit for grading no later than seven days following the final day of the clinical practice sessions.

Graduation Requirements

To graduate from the Certified Trichologist program and earn a Diploma, students must complete the following:

Complete each chapter and course, as evidenced by earning at least 75% on each examination.

Attend Clinical Training and earn at least 75% on the final examination.

Pay all outstanding financial obligations.

Upon successful completion, students will earn a Diploma from the World Trichology Academy demonstrating completion of the program. Following program completion, students will be awarded a Certificate of Trichology Certification from the World Trichology Society, Inc.

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