For health care and retail professionals who want to provide accurate information and advice, this course offers expert, in-depth instruction on the medical properties of cannabis.
This 100% online program will help you feel confident providing product recommendations and assisting clients and patients with treating a variety of ailments and conditions with cannabis.
This 100% online program is designed to empower health care and retail professionals with accurate information and invaluable guidance on the medical properties of cannabis. In this rapidly expanding sector of the health care industry, reliable and trustworthy knowledge is in high demand. That’s why our course goes above and beyond, offering expert, in-depth instruction to equip you with the confidence to provide product recommendations and assist clients and patients in treating a wide range of ailments and conditions using cannabis. You’ll learn all about the endocannabinoid system and how cannabis works within the human body.
Delivered through video lectures, readings and e-learning modules, this interactive online certificate program will ensure you have the knowledge and credibility needed to build your cannabis career. Whether you’re interested in health care or cannabis retail, you’ll learn how to provide accurate guidance to patients and clients.
Upon completion of the program, you’ll receive an official Cannabis Health Care & Medicine Certificate backed by the GF Institute, the industry standard in cannabis credentials. Plus, you’ll gain access to the GF Institute Employer Network, a platform of growing cannabis companies eager to hire graduates with this type of education and qualification.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from leading experts in the cannabis industry and take your career to the next level. Enroll today and join the ranks of other successful cannabis health care professionals!
The programs are self-paced and you can register and begin the courses at any time. Once you complete your registration you’ll receive an email with course access.
Students should expect to dedicate 6-8 hours per week to adequately interact and complete coursework in the program. You can complete each week’s assignment according to your own schedule.
These programs are currently not eligible for federal aid, however we do offer a payment plan.
3 Units
8 weeks each
100% Online
Instructor led, asynchronous
Full Payment Option
Payment Option
In 2022, there were over 417,000 full-time employees in the cannabis industry in the United States.
Source: Vangst Jobs Report 2023
For five years in a row the cannabis industry grew by more than 27%, making it one of the fastest growing industries in the country.
Source: Leafly Jobs Report 2022
In this comprehensive webinar, you will learn about the cannabis industry, job opportunities and how these programs can help you join this rapidly growing industry.
Discover the secrets of the rapidly expanding cannabis industry with engaging video content led by industry pioneers and leading experts. These experts possess extensive knowledge and experience in the health care and legal spaces of the industry and have played a vital role in shaping this emerging field. With their unique insights and research, you’ll have an unparalleled educational opportunity to master the latest trends and best practices in the cannabis industry. Learn from the best, increase your knowledge and become a trusted advisor in the cannabis industry.
We are committed to providing you with expert education that can be applied in a real-world setting. Our cutting-edge curriculum is designed to equip you with the practical skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the cannabis industry. Our team of experts is dedicated to ensuring that every aspect of our course is optimized for effective learning and retention. With our carefully crafted curriculum, you can be confident that you are receiving an exceptional educational experience that will prepare you for success in the rapidly expanding cannabis industry.
Distinguished author and lecturer on psychiatry, neurology, and geriatrics, Jose Franceshini is a fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, and he chairs the psychiatry department at Universidad Central del Caribe Escuela de Medicina in Puerto Rico.
Jack McCue is an acclaimed professor, physician and author specializing in the uses of medicinal cannabis. He holds degrees from Harvard University and Case Western Reserve University Schools of Medicine.
Certified Nutrition Consultant Martha Montemayor founded Healthy Choices Unlimited, whose physicians and staff have helped over 15,000 patients obtain their Colorado Medical Marijuana Registry cards.
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Gain advanced job skills and knowledge to excel in a health care role in the cannabis industry.
Gonzaga University
502 East Boone Avenue
Spokane, WA 99258-0102
509-313-3579
CLL@gonzaga.edu
