Our Work

At the American Head Spa Association (AHSA), we are committed to advancing the professionalism and excellence of the scalp spa and wellness industry.
Our work focuses on creating trusted educational materials, certification programs, and industry resources that support the growth of practitioners and institutions across the United States.

Head Spa Specialist Certification Manual
— Rooted in Korean Expertise

The Head Spa Specialist Certification Manual is the official educational guide developed by the American Head Spa Association (AHSA) to advance professional scalp wellness care across the United States, grounded in Korea’s scientific approach to scalp therapy.

Overview

This comprehensive manual provides structured education for aspiring head spa practitioners, blending Korea’s clinical insights and holistic scalp care traditions with practical applications suited for the U.S. beauty and wellness industry.
It bridges beauty, wellness, and therapeutic scalp care practices, positioning certified specialists at the forefront of the fast-growing scalp wellness field.

Key Topics

Introduction to Head Spa: Origins in Korean scalp science, global evolution, and modern relevance
Fundamentals of Scalp & Hair: Anatomy, physiology, and common conditions
Causes of Scalp Issues & Hair Loss: Root cause analysis and customized care strategies
Practical Techniques: Korean-style scalp massage, service flow design, and professional consultation protocols
Product & Equipment Knowledge: Understanding products and devices, compliant with U.S. and California regulations
Service Menu Planning: Structuring scalable and profitable scalp wellness treatments
Marketing & Client Management: Building sustainable client relationships and service branding
Real-World Case Studies: Applied scalp care solutions and advanced communication methods
Safety & Contraindications: Risk assessment, client screening, and service limitations
Homecare Education: Designing client-centered, sustainable scalp and hair health programs

Purpose

This manual is designed to:

Equip practitioners with both theoretical understanding and hands-on skills based on Korean scalp wellness expertise and clinical insights
Standardize professional scalp wellness care practices across diverse service settings
Support AHSA’s certification pathways, including Scalp Ritual Specialist, Scalp Wellness Consultant, and Master Program Director

Important Notes

This manual is intended solely for professional development and educational purposes.
It is not intended to replace medical diagnosis or treatment; practitioners must operate within their state’s legal scope of practice.
Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use is strictly prohibited and will be subject to legal action.

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