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A Career in Trichology
TRICHOLOGY PROGRAMMES
Restore Hair. Rebuild Confidence. Change Lives.
Hair is never just hair.
For many women and men, it is identity, confidence, youth, vitality, and self-expression. When hair begins to thin, shed, weaken, or disappear, the emotional impact can be profound. Behind every scalp concern, there is often a deeper story, stress, hormonal imbalance, poor nutrition, inflammation, lifestyle strain, or wider systemic dysfunction.
That is why real trichology must go beyond shampoos, cosmetics, and superficial advice.
At UCHSc, we train Trichologists to understand hair and scalp health from the inside out.
Our programmes combine clinical knowledge, naturopathic insight, systemic health understanding, nutrition, natural therapies, and advanced practical modalities to prepare you for a modern and highly relevant career in hair and scalp health.
This is not about chasing symptoms.
This is about understanding causes, restoring balance, and helping people regain not just healthier hair — but confidence, dignity, and control.
Train in trichology with purpose. Build a career with meaning.
Accreditation & Recognition
Our programs are primarily accredited by the British and International Association of Health and Aesthetics. Upon graduation from one of our Trichology courses, the UCHSc will automatically register you with the B.I.A.H.A. and your details and credentials will be publicly listed on the register. Graduates may also be eligible for Associate Membership of the Hair Council. The statutory body for hair professionals in the UK. If you hold an RQF in Hairdressing, we recommend that you join them as a State Regsitered Hairdresser.
Trichology Programs
Certificate in Scalp & Hair Care
(Mapped to Level 4 for 600 hours, of which at least 100 are practical = 60 credits).
B.I.A.H.A. Registration as a Scalp and Hair Therapist.
Diploma in Trichology (Mapped to Level 5 for 600 hours, of which at least 150 are practical = 600 credits).
B.I.A.H.A. Registration as a Trichologist.
Advanced Diploma in Trichology (Mapped to Level 6 for 600 hours, of which at least 150 are practical = 600 credits). B.I.A.H.A. Registration as an Advanced Practitioner Trichologist.
PRP by students.
Delivery is fully flexible via online and face-to-face clinical training in our clinics (Glasgow).
Theory is delivered and assessed 100% online, which helps students to study around their current commitments whenever they wish.
Practical is delivered and assessed in blended online live Zoom classes, and attendance at clinics and workshops is negotiated. Clinical experience is logged and signed off by a qualified tutor and cross-referenced in the student's portfolio of evidence.
FEES
(Start anytime. You have 2 years to complete each level).
Certificate Level 4 ....................... £1500.00
Diploma Level 5........................... £1500.00
Advanced Diploma Level 6.......... £1500.00
Trichology Programs: Scope of Professionl Practice
Certificate in Scalp & Hair Care
This course lays the foundations of; Health, Safety, Hygiene, Infection Control, Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology, with emphasis on scalp and hair. Knowledge of common hair treatments and products. Introduction to common scalp and hair conditions. Introduction to clinical nutrition and botanicals for scalp and hair health.
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Diploma in Trichology
This course develops both academic and clinical depth in all foundational subjects to a full practitioner level. In addition, it also includes training in clinical microscopy of scalp and hair, Electro-laser therapies, general health assessment, including conditions particularly related to scalp and hair problems, their testing, including blood testing, monitoring and medical referral pathways.
Advanced Diploma in Trichology
This is a post-graduate level course designed to extend professional clinical practice into fields related to scalp and hair.
Examples of subjects to extend the scope of practice include; Laser and IPL. Advanced Cosmetic Electrology for minor soft tissue procedures. Platelet-rich plasma injections and microneedling for hair restoration. Wound care and aftercare for hair transplants. The graduate will be prepared to work independently with or without medical supervision, depending on the statutory regulations in their location. This level will involve not just substantial clinical training and experience, but submission of a research project.
Contact us to enrol.