Scalp health course questions
What is the Scalp Health & Hair Care Science Certification?
It is USTI's certification program in scalp health and hair care science for hairstylists, barbers, cosmetologists, educators and beauty professionals. It covers eleven modules, from scalp and hair anatomy to the flaking scalp in depth, and ends with a capstone of case studies and a practice assessment.
Is the scalp health course online?
Yes. You can study At Your Own Pace online, or choose the live virtual option with Zoom classes led by USTI educators.
What will I learn in the scalp health certification?
Scalp and hair anatomy, hair health and the six types of hair damage, scalp types and proper scalp care, at-home product categories, hair and scalp care ingredient science, building product recommendations, early signs of hair loss and when to refer, common scalp diseases, chemical services and scalp health, the flaking scalp in depth, and nutrition and supplementation support.
Do I receive a certificate and CE credits?
Yes. Graduates receive a USTI digital certificate and a USTI wall certificate. The program is worth 10 Continuing Education credits through the US Trichology Institute, and an optional AMCA certificate is included in every tier.
Who is the scalp health course for?
Hairstylists, barbers, cosmetologists, educators and beauty professionals who want to answer client questions about flaking, itching, thinning and products with confidence.
Does scalp health certification let me diagnose scalp conditions?
No. The education is non-medical. You learn to recognize what you see, support clients with cosmetic scalp and hair care, and refer to a physician when something needs a medical opinion.
What is the Haircare Ingredients and Their Uses course?
A one day course on the science behind 50 hair and scalp ingredients, available self-paced or live virtual, for trichologists, cosmetologists and barbers who want to read labels and explain products clearly.