Postgraduate Certificate in Trichology and Hair Sciences, Short Course | Part time online | Diploma MSc | United Kingdom
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Postgraduate Certificate in Trichology and Hair Sciences

6 months
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2550 GBP/year
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About

Trichology services are growing in demand, yet there are insufficient numbers of healthcare professionals with the knowledge base required to diagnose, manage, and treat hair and scalp conditions (Macbeth et al., 2018). Our Postgraduate Certificate in Trichology and Hair Sciences has been specifically designed to meet the growing global demand for expertise in this rapidly expanding field. Healthcare professionals will be equipped with a comprehensive understanding of the science behind hair and scalp health, as well as the causes and treatments for various trichological disorders. Our curriculum covers essential aspects of trichology and hair sciences including hair physiology, alopecia and hirsutism.

Overview

As a graduate of this programme, you will be provided with in-depth knowledge and skills relevant to diagnosing, treating and managing various hair and scalp disorders.

Our students benefit from learning from our renowned expert faculty, with courses designed in line with the latest research and evidence-based practices, ensuring you can apply innovative knowledge to your own practice.

This online Trichology and Hair Sciences course supports the professional development of healthcare professionals by equipping them with specialised skills and knowledge in trichology and hair sciences, enabling them to provide enhanced care to their patients and advance their careers in the field.

Following the successful completion of our 6 month Postgraduate Certificate in Trichology and Hair Sciences you should:

  • Gain life-long learning and advanced problem-solving skills that they can apply to practise in trichology and hair sciences.
  • Critically evaluate the evidence base in trichology and hair sciences.
  • Demonstrate a systematic knowledge of the investigation and evidence-based management in trichology in a range of settings.
  • Critically analyse the biological and physiological measures to assess hair and scalp disorders in the individual.

Programme Structure

Course Structure

Our online Trichology and Hair Sciences Postgraduate Certificate allows you to study for just six months and is a part-time, distance-learning course. The course is worth 60 credits and comprises three modules of 20 credits, each running over a period of six weeks.

  • Module 1 - Hair Physiology - Anatomy and Pathophysiology
  • Module 2 - Alopecia
  • Module 3 - Hirsutism

Audience

Our anticipated audience includes:

  • Medical graduates considering specialising in dermatology and related specialties.
  • Medical professionals with an interest in trichology and hair sciences, including nurses, GPs, and other allied health professionals
  • Primary care and private practices, clinics and aesthetic services that are clinically delivered.

Key information

Duration

  • Part-time
    • 6 months
    • Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

Online
  • Self-paced
  • No Attendance
  • Continuous support with feedback on request, Proactive tutoring and support
  • Individual work/assignments (with online group discussions)

Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
Lower Second Class

Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants will be assessed on an individual basis, but typically, applicants for the programme will:

  • Possess a good first degree (i.e. a minimum of a 2.2) in a relevant subject awarded by a UK university or overseas equivalent.- Be a registered healthcare professional.
  • Provide evidence in the personal statement as to how they can apply learning to a practical setting and reflect on practice. Basic IT skills (e.g., word-processing, email and internet).
  • If English is not the student’s first language they must hold an English language qualification/score of 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 for each band) or an equivalent qualification.

Tuition Fee

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    2550 GBP/year
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  • National

    2550 GBP/year
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    Based on the tuition of 2550 GBP per year during 6 months.

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