World Trichology Society

What World Trichology Society does

World Trichology Society is an online education provider specializing in trichology, the study of hair and scalp health. Founded in 1980 by Dr. David Kingsley, a credentialed trichologist with decades of clinical and academic experience, the organization trains and certifies aspiring trichologists, medical professionals, and hairdressers seeking formal qualifications in the field. Its core products include a flagship certification program priced at $6,500, introductory courses ranging from $19 to $1,250, and post-certification continuing education courses priced $1,000 to $1,400. The credentialing arm operates through a subsidiary, World Trichology Academy, which holds Florida Commission for Independent Education License No. 9143.

The business model is a multi-tiered B2C/B2B education platform with a vertically integrated credentialing structure. Revenue is generated through one-time course purchases, certification enrollments, post-certification continuing education, and emerging recurring lines including the WTS Alliance membership (launched January 2026) and World Congress on-demand video content (starting at $24). Distribution is global, with certified alumni in the USA, UK, UAE, Nigeria, South Africa, and India, and the brand is reinforced through the inaugural World Congress of Trichology held at the Royal College of Physicians in London in September 2025 and upcoming presentations at the World Congress of Hair Research in Seoul 2026.

The company is privately held and founder-led, headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida. Its proprietary intellectual property includes the trademarked 7H's of Hair Loss© framework, a methodology used across its curriculum. The organization is small in scale by external indicators (22 Google Reviews and a lean operating footprint), but it has systematically built ecosystem assets—Board of Advisors, alumni network, membership site, and an affiliate program—designed to support long-term community engagement and recurring revenue.

Name

World Trichology Society

Legal name

World Trichology Society

Website

https://worldtrichologysociety.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

World Trichology Society is an online education provider that trains and certifies trichologists worldwide. Founded in 1980 by Dr. David Kingsley, it offers certification programs, introductory courses, and continuing education through its Florida-licensed subsidiary, World Trichology Academy.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Trichology Education

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), All Other Schools and Instruction (61169)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Hair & Scalp Disorders (Trichology) (HLAKACAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Cosmetology Schools & Programs (HSALANAA)

Keywords

• Trichology education
• Trichology certification
• Hair loss training
• Professional hair science
• Clinical trichology

Headquarters

HQ city

Jacksonville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Professional Certification Courses: Primary revenue from comprehensive trichology certification programs priced at $6,500. These are one-time purchase programs that include academic coursework and clinical training. Two certification tracks are offered: WTS Trichology Certification and World Trichology Academy (WTA) program.
2. Introductory Courses: Lower-priced foundational courses for non-certification seekers: Fundamentals of Trichology (Segment I $750, Segment II $750, Both $1,250), and The 7H's of Hair Loss© course ($19). These provide entry-point revenue and potential pipeline to full certification.
3. Post-Certification Courses: Advanced specialization courses for certified practitioners: How to Read Blood Tests as a Trichologist ($1,400) and The Trichological Consultation Course ($1,000). These add revenue from existing certified alumni and expand service offerings.
4. Clinical Training Sessions: Five-day (40-hour) clinical training seminars offered virtually and in-person multiple times per year (January, April, July, October). Included as part of certification but also represents ancillary revenue from travel/lodging costs borne by in-person attendees.

Pricing tiers

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Core offering

The World Trichology Society delivers online trichology education and certification programs for individuals seeking to become trichologists. Its core offerings include a multi-module Trichology Certification Course, a Fundamentals of Trichology Course, specialty mini-courses (e.g., the proprietary "7H's of Hair Loss©"), and mandatory clinical training offered virtually and in person at its Florida-based World Trichology Academy. The company also operates a WTS Alliance alumni/membership community for certified practitioners.

Product overview

World Trichology Society is an online trichology education platform offering multiple certification programs and courses for individuals seeking to become certified trichologists. The company operates a platform-plus-modules architecture consisting of: the Trichology Certification Course ($6,500), the Trichology Certification for Medical Professionals ($6,500), the World Trichology Academy Program ($6,500) which is licensed by the Florida Commission for Independent Education, and the WTS Certified Trichologist Course ($6,500). Introductory courses include the Fundamentals of Trichology Course (starting at $750) and The 7H's of Hair Loss© Course ($19). Post-certification courses include How to Read Blood Tests as a Trichologist ($1,400) and The Trichological Consultation Course ($1,000). All certification programs include a mandatory 5-day clinical training component. The organization also hosts the annual World Congress of Trichology.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• World Trichology Academy: Vocational trichology education program licensed by Florida Commission for Independent Education, License No 9143, offering Certified Trichologist Program Diploma
• WTS Alliance
• 7H's of Hair Loss

Products and services

• Trichology Certification Course A 12-module flagship online certification program providing comprehensive training in trichology, including hair and scalp science, hair loss causes, differential diagnosis, and treatment. Designed for individuals seeking to become certified trichologists. Priced at $6,500.
• Trichology Certification for Medical Professionals An online certification course for licensed medical professionals (doctors, nurses, etc.) covering the same trichology curriculum with a clinical focus. Priced at $6,500.
• WTS Certified Trichologist Course A 600+ clock-hour training program delivered via the World Trichology Academy (Florida-licensed proprietary school), leading to designation as a WTS Certified Trichologist. Priced at $6,500.
• Fundamentals of Trichology Course An introductory online course covering trichology basics, suited for those new to the field. Priced between $750 and $1,250.
• The 7H's of Hair Loss© Course A short online course teaching the proprietary "7H's of Hair Loss©" framework developed by Dr. David Kingsley for diagnosing hair loss. Priced at $19.
• How to Read Blood Tests as a Trichologist An online specialty course for trichologists on interpreting blood tests relevant to hair loss diagnosis. Priced at $1,400.
• The Trichological Consultation Course Online course training students in conducting trichological consultations, including patient history-taking and scalp assessment. Priced at $1,000.
• Vocational Online Courses A collection of shorter, vocational-focused online courses covering practical trichology skills for working professionals.
• Virtual Clinical Training A virtual (Zoom-based) clinical training program, typically 5 days (40 hours), fulfilling the practical training requirement for students who cannot travel to Florida.
• In-Person Clinical Training An in-person 5-day (40-hour) clinical training program at the World Trichology Academy in Florida, providing hands-on practical experience required for certification.
• World Congress of Trichology 2025 An industry conference/event bringing together trichologists and hair-care professionals for education, networking, and knowledge sharing.

Quantifiable outcome

• Graduates receive two certificates upon completion: Certified Trichologist Certificate through World Trichology Society and Certified Trichologist Program Diploma through World Trichology Academy with Florida Department of Education licensing

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Ideal customer profiles3 records

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Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Royal College of Physicians, LondonflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2025Venue host for World Congress of Trichology 2025, held in September 2025 at the Royal College of Physicians in London, UK. The prestigious medical institution provides credibility and professional setting for the organization's flagship annual conference featuring expert trichology presentations.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Euro Hair Clinic Training Academy: European hair transplant training provider for physicians. Comparable as a competing certification entry point for medical professionals who want a procedure-focused rather than diagnostic-focused hair loss specialty.
• National Laser Institute: US-based medical aesthetics training provider offering certification in hair restoration and related procedures. Comparable as an alternative training path for medical professionals considering adding trichology-adjacent services to their practice, competing for the same mid-career medical-student wallet share.

Others

• LinkedIn Learning / Coursera Health Categories: Mass-market online learning platforms with health and wellness course catalogs. Not direct competitors for accredited trichology certification but represent the alternative low-cost path a prospective student weighs against a $6,500 WTS program.

Broad incumbents

• American Academy of Dermatology (AAD): Premier US dermatology professional society. Dr. Kingsley is an adjunct member. Comparable because dermatology is the parent specialty trichology often lives under, and AAD-adjacent CME represents both an aspirational pathway for WTS-certified professionals and a competitive credential for the same medical-professional student.
• Paul Mitchell Schools: Largest US cosmetology school network offering state-licensed beauty training. Comparable as a parallel vocational education model serving a related but distinct learner (hairdressers/cosmetologists), some of whom are WTS Fundamentals course prospects.
• International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS): Large international medical society for hair restoration surgeons offering continuing education and credentials. Adjacent rather than direct: WTS Director Dr. Rimi Assy sits on the ISHRS board, and ISHRS represents a broader medical frame that overlaps with WTS's medical-professional certification track.
• American Hair Loss Association: US consumer-facing hair loss information and referral organization. Comparable in that it sits in the same hair-loss awareness ecosystem that funnels prospective students to WTS certification programs, but does not offer training itself.
• European Hair Research Society: European academic society for hair and scalp research. WTS board member Dr. Gill Westgate is a past president. Comparable because EHRS shapes the academic and clinical standards that WTS curricula are aligned with, and it represents the credentialing ecosystem WTS graduates may seek to engage with.

Direct peers

• International Association of Trichologists: Australia-based trichology training and certification body that competes with WTS for prospective trichology students globally, particularly in the Commonwealth markets. Closest direct peer because it offers a similar practitioner certification pathway in the same niche.
• The Trichological Society: UK-based trichology membership and training organization offering practitioner certification. Direct peer in geography and curriculum, especially relevant given WTS's strong UK alumni presence and Dr. Kingsley's Portsmouth doctorate.

Market position

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Customer concentration

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