Understand hair loss before you treat it.
A structured first step into hair and scalp science — from Trichology.com Education.
Built with educational guidance from William Gaunitz, FWTS, founder of Advanced Trichology — so you learn what actually matters before you invest in advanced training.
This course does not provide a medical license, state license, board certification, or authority to diagnose, treat, prescribe, or perform medical procedures.
Six things you'll actually be able to do.
Recognize the 12 most common hair-loss presentations on sight.
Run a structured client intake in under 15 minutes.
Read a dermatology note and translate it for your client.
Spot the medical red flags that mean refer now.
Write a referral note a licensed provider will actually read.
Talk product science without falling for miracle claims.
Eight modules. Scope-safe by design.
- 01What Is Trichology?
- 02Hair & Scalp Basics
- 03Common Hair Loss Patterns
- 04Client Conversation & Intake Basics
- 05Product & Scalp Care Literacy
- 06Medical Red Flags & Referral Awareness
- 07Scope of Practice, Ethics & Referral Protocols
- 08Career Paths in Trichology
Cheaper than certification. Structured unlike YouTube.
| YouTube & free | Foundations ($197) | Advanced cert ($4k+) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structured curriculum | |||
| Quizzes & progress tracking | |||
| Issued certificate | |||
| Referral-safe scope training | |||
| Clinical/diagnostic training | |||
| Hands-on supervised practicum | |||
| Time to complete | Endless | 4–8 weeks | 6–24 months |
| Investment | Free | $197 | $4,000+ |
Pre-Trichology Foundations
- All 8 Foundations modules (60 lessons + quizzes)
- Pre-Trichology Foundations Certificate of Completion
- Verified Certificate Holder digital badge
- Client intake template + red-flag referral checklist
- Product & scalp care literacy guide
- 90-day credit toward a future advanced trichology program
The Scalp Red-Flag Referral Checklist
A one-page PDF with the 14 visual and behavioural cues that mean "refer to a dermatologist now." Free, no spam — just the checklist and the occasional update on Foundations.
William Gaunitz, FWTS
William Gaunitz is the founder of Advanced Trichology and a recognized educator in the hair loss and trichology space. His work has focused on helping people better understand hair loss patterns, nutritional factors, scalp concerns, and responsible approaches to hair and scalp wellness.
For the Pre-Trichology Foundations Certificate of Completion, William serves as a subject-matter expert and educational advisor. His role is to help ensure the course is practical, clearly structured, and grounded in responsible trichology education.
Completion of this course does not make a student William's clinical representative, medical provider, or licensed practitioner. The certificate confirms completion of a private educational program only.
Built on the Trichology.com knowledge platform
Trichology.com is being developed as a central educational resource for people seeking clearer information about hair, scalp, and trichology topics.
Trichology.com Education extends that mission through structured learning programs, beginning with the Pre-Trichology Foundations Certificate of Completion. The goal is to make trichology education easier to understand, more transparent, and more responsible — especially for students and professionals who want a foundation before pursuing advanced training.
Powered by Trichologist Academy. Issued by Trichology.com Education in collaboration with Advanced Trichology.
Your first real step into trichology.
Enroll once and you have a full year to work through Foundations at your pace — no subscription, no expiry pressure, no upsell loop.