Dermatopathology programs can prepare students to work in laboratory settings to thoroughly assess layers of the skin, including the fascia, dermis, and epidermis, to effectively diagnose common and chronic skin conditions. Such programs are often necessary for graduates to be able to practice.

A certificate is a short scholastic program that helps provide students with the education and training they need to qualify for promotions at work or to supplement their existing academic record. These programs are usually completed in less than a year.