Eligibility
To work as a Trichologist, it is not mandatory to have a doctoral degree. One must obtain a Diploma / Certificate in Trichology. Plus two students from any stream can enroll for a Diploma course in Trichology, which is considered as the entry-level qualification in this field. As Trichology involves a bit of biology, preference may be given to science students. Since Trichology as a course of study is not recognised by any government-recognised body in India, institutes that offer these courses affiliate themselves with either the International Association of Trichologists (IAT), Australia (www.trichology.edu.au), or The Institute of Trichologists, London (www.trichologists.org.uk) MET-Richfeel Institute of Trichology is India’s first institute to offer internationally recognized diploma and degree programmes in Trichology.
Job Prospects
Moderate opportunities are available for those who pass out as trichologists. Doctors with specialization in the field of hair and scalp, can practice as Trichology specialist. A trichologist works in close association with dermatologists, endocrinologists, dentists, nutritionists, psychiatrists and cosmetologists. They can work as consultants at hospitals, health care centers and beauty salons. Hair care product manufacturing industries hire trichology professionals for providing quality assurance on their products. Another good source of revenue is the hair transplantation clinics, where they can give treatment for baldhead/ hair loss. Experienced trichologists can set up their own consulting centers or clinics. They can also work as a clinical researcher for hair and scalp or work as a guest lecturer. Trichologists can work with the forensic team as forensic trichologist to determine the appropriate age, race and other important traits to find suspects.
Remuneration
Hair speaks the age and the health of an individual, and as far as hair remains an important asset, sky is the limit for a renowned Trichologist. The salary of a Trichologist is heavily dependent on the number of patients one gets, hours of work and the fee charged. A fresher in this field can earn anywhere between Rs 15,000 and Rs 20,000 per month and with experience, one can earn up to Rs 50,000.
Institutes
* Institute of Cosmetic Surgery and Laser Treatment, Mumbai
* Indian Institute of Cosmetology, Mumbai
* Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon
* Institute of Laser and Aesthetic Medicine, New Delhi
* Indian Institute of Cosmetology Trichology and Nutition, Mumbai
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