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Explore fully online, expert-led programs designed to launch or elevate your career in the thriving cannabis industry.

By requesting more info, you’ll receive:

✅ Brochure outlining program details and career pathways

✅ Free course previews and industry insights

✅ Special tuition offers to help you get started

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Step Into the Future of Cannabis with Confidence

The cannabis industry is growing at a record-breaking 27% annually, creating endless opportunities for those ready to lead and innovate. It’s an exciting, ever-evolving field that needs passionate, curious thinkers with the drive to make a difference.

Sound like you? You’re in the right place. Explore fully online programs designed to help you thrive in this dynamic, collaborative industry.

Discover the Right Program for Your Cannabis Career

Cannabis Healthcare & Medicine

Understand the therapeutic potential of cannabis. Get Info

Cannabis Compliance & Risk Management

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Why GU Online & Continuing Education?

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GU Online & Continuing Education has partnered with Green Flower, the leading cannabis education platform, to empower individuals like you to enhance their cannabis knowledge, explore new career possibilities, and gain a competitive edge among job seekers.

These certificate programs have helped thousands of students start, shift, and build their careers in cannabis on their own terms and on their own time.

When You Study Cannabis at GU Online & Continuing Education, You Can Expect:

Instruction From Proven Cannabis Industry Experts

Flexible Payment Options

Go-at-Your-Own-Pace Learning

A Community of Cannathusiasts Eager To Learn With You

Exclusive Career Benefits Such As Priority Ranking on careersincannabis.com

What Students Have To Say

Jonathan - A Student Perspective

The Business of Cannabis

“I decided I was going to switch careers and I completed did it.”

Dr. Awan - A Student Perspective

Cannabis Healthcare and Medicine

“I have never had an online course before…I was very much impressed with it.”

Dan - Gaining New Career Skills

The Business of Cannabis

“I was already working in the cannabis industry and I wanted to improve my knowledge and skills.”

Marshay - A Student Perspective

Cannabis Agriculture and Horticulture

“Everything was really pleasant, I never felt like it was too much out of my realm.”

Lynette - Transitioning into the Industry

Cannabis Compliance and Risk Management

“‘The program is absolutely great..I just love the way they presented it.”

Judith - A Student Perspective

Cannabis Agriculture and Horticulture

“I learned how complicated it can be…I just learned so much information.”

What Employers Have To Say

Every company needs someone who truly understands cannabis compliance and risk management. It’s a crucial role, and there aren’t a lot of people with that level of knowledge and expertise. A program that can provide that knowledge and teaches you how to assess risk and operate compliantly in the cannabis industry will make you an asset to any company."
Graham Farrar
President, Glass House Brands
"This program is very comprehensive, covering topics from manufacturing to marketing and everything in between, which really helps set you up for success in the cannabis industry. The cannabis industry is unlike anything else, so understanding what makes it different and how to operate within such a highly regulated industry will help you stand out to us as employers and excel in a cannabis career."
Eugene Monroe
Founder, Heart Community Capital
"Gaining hands-on experience is critical for people wanting to work in cannabis, and this online program allows students to grow a plant and document that process. It’s a great program for anyone interested in growing cannabis commercially. There’s so much information packed into this program!"
Kevin Jodrey
Cultivation Director, Wonderland Nursery

With 440,000+ full-time jobs in the U.S. cannabis industry, what are you waiting for?

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