Cannabis Agriculture and Horticulture Certificate - Cannabis Studies

Program Overview

This online program provides comprehensive knowledge of the cannabis industry, covering history, cultivation, medicine, and careers. Through instructor-led asynchronous learning, students explore cannabis agriculture, horticulture, and plant care, preparing them for roles such as Cultivation Manager, Grower, and Dispensary Manager.

Program Outline

Outline:

Module 1: Cannabis 101: History and Practice Across Industries

• History of Cannabis
• Phytocannabinoids and the Endocannabinoid System
• Agriculture and Cultivation
• Enterprise
• Law and Policy
• Cannabis Medicine and Healthcare
• Careers in Cannabis

Module 2: Cannabis Agriculture and Horticulture I: Plant Care and the Vegetative Cycle

• Botany and Genetics
• Seeds, Germination, and Transplanting
• Cloning
• Soil and Growing Media
• Cannabis Light Sources
• Watering Essentials
• The Vegetative Cycle

Module 3: Cannabis Agriculture and Horticulture II: The Flowering Cycle and Maximizing Yields

• Cannabis Plant Chemistry
• Introduction to the Flowering Cycle
• Pests, Diseases, and Threats
• Harvesting and Drying
• Trimming and Processing

Teaching:

• Instructor-led, asynchronous online learning
• Real-world scenarios and case studies
• Projects and assignments to apply knowledge
• Expert faculty with extensive industry experience

Careers:

• Cultivation Manager
• Grower
• Production Supervisor
• Greenhouse Manager
• Quality Control Specialist
• Dispensary Manager