Alopecia Types and Causes for Beginners

This beginner course gives trichology professionals a practical foundation for recognizing common alopecia patterns, documenting visible scalp and hair changes, and understanding the factors that may contribute to hair loss. It covers scarring and non-scarring alopecia, including androgenetic alopecia, alopecia areata, telogen effluvium, traction alopecia, and selected inflammatory conditions. Visual reference images help learners compare presentations across hair textures and scalp tones. The course also explains consultation boundaries, referral red flags, and how to communicate observations without diagnosing medical conditions.