Attendance course in hair science and trichology
The certified course of Trichology equips participants with the in depth skills required to provide trichological services in the salon environment.
The attendance course is currently held in the Conference Centre at Cranfield University, Silsoe.
The course consists of seminars which include lectures, study sessions, and clinical hours. There are two seminars which cover fundamental science, followed by nine seminars covering the rest of the learning material.
Seminars are held monthly and are followed by a written examination and a viva voce examination.
- Skin structure and function
- Hair structure and growth
- Damaged skin
- The cell and genetic hair loss
- The endocrine system
- Cardiovascular (circulatory) System
- Nutrition
- Permanent hair dyes
- Health & Safety
T.E.S.T. (the European Section of Trichology) under the direction of Brian Plunkett MIT, Dr Frank Taylor PhD and the Medical and Scientific Board of Governors, issue a certificate after successful completion of each module at the final examination held in July of each year. There will also be a compulsory 50 hours of clinical observation to be completed at one of our registered clinics.
T.E.S.T operate a strict prerequisite code of ethics and practice which all registered members are required to follow.
Contact Trichocare's educational administrator for further information and registration details.