Curriculum Overview
17 modules across three progressive tracks. From foundational theory to institutional implementation.
Structural Scalp Theory
The KORT Foundation Track
Skull Morphology and SMP Topography
The anatomical framework: five cranial zones, bone landmarks, curvature analysis, and how skull structure determines SMP zone architecture.
Density Science and Follicular Mapping
Density as diagnostic variable: the six-variable density model, follicular unit patterns, zone-specific density mapping, and the mathematics of visual density.
Skin and Pigment Theory
The biological medium: Fitzpatrick classification, dermal mechanics, pigment-skin interaction, healing variables, and how skin type determines technical approach.
Hairline Design Fundamentals
The highest-scrutiny zone: hairline classification (S/G/R/X types and 28 subtypes), micro-irregularity engineering, age-appropriate design, and the Hairline Codex.
Hair Texture Diagnostics
Texture as diagnostic input: curl pattern classification, density-texture interaction, ethnic texture considerations, and how texture determines impression strategy.
Client Assessment Protocols
The diagnostic consultation: systematic assessment methodology, the KORT Diagnostic File, expectation management, contraindication screening, and treatment plan development.
Advanced SMP Architecture
The KORT Integration Track
Equipment & Calibration
Machine architecture, needle selection framework, pigment systems, voltage and speed calibration, workstation standards, and the KORT Pre-Session Equipment Protocol.
The Fade System
Clipper guard systems, the KORT 10-type Fade Taxonomy, zero-line anatomy, fade-specific treatment strategies, and barber communication protocols.
Transition Zone Mastery
The zones between zones: blending methodology, boundary management, temporal transitions, crown-to-occipital gradients, and the technical execution of seamless density transitions.
Complex Morphologies
Protocol adjustments for pronounced parietal ridges, deep temporal hollows, asymmetric crowns, flat occipital zones, and compound morphology cases.
Scar Correction Work
FUT linear scars, FUE dot patterns, trauma scars, the KORT Scar Assessment Protocol, technique modifications for fibrotic tissue, and expectation management.
Density Engineering and Outcome Optimisation
The science of visual density: impression mathematics, zone-specific density targets, real-time assessment, the six failure modes, and the evaluation loop that produces optimal outcomes.
Barber-SMP Partnership and Maintenance Integration
The bridge to the real world: barber coordination, the Barber Briefing, fade-SMP alignment, maintenance scheduling, and long-term treatment sustainability.
System Mastery
The KORT Institutional Track
Clinic Standardisation and SOP Frameworks
The operating system: twelve SOPs across four categories, three checklists, six consistency metrics, the Calibration Audit, multi-practitioner alignment, and the client experience standard.
Team Training Methodology
The development system: five competency domains, the Dreyfus-based milestone system, the six-dimension assessment rubric, four-phase supervised practice, competency gates, and the Summative Assessment.
Quality Audit Frameworks
The quality intelligence system: Donabedian model, three audit types, Portfolio Audit, outcome tracking, PDSA improvement cycles, adverse outcome analysis, data management, and the Annual Quality Report.
Certification Programme Integration
KORT certification levels and requirements, continuing education tracking, recertification protocols, and appropriate marketing use of KORT credentials.
The Learning Path
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Prerequisites
Active SMP practice or barbering experience. KORT is not a beginner certification — it's a diagnostic upgrade.
Time Commitment
Foundation: ~18 hours. Integration: ~24 hours. Institutional: ~20 hours. Self-paced with no deadlines.
Assessment
Each module includes a quiz (80% pass rate). Track completion unlocks certification.
Access
Lifetime access to enrolled tracks. Includes all future updates and diagram additions.