After completing this course, you should be able to:
• Recall how cannabis works within the body
• Recognize how to dose and store medical cannabis
• Identify forms and varieties of medical cannabis
• Describe medicinal uses for medical cannabis
• Recall aspects of cannabis legalization and the cannabis market
• Recognize the basics of starting a business, such as creating a mission statement and business plan
• Identify how to obtain your cannabis business license
• Describe techniques for branding yourself and growing your cannabis business
• Recall aspects of cannabis consumerism, safety, and regulations
• Recognize characteristics of cultivation, manufacturing, production, and retail sale of cannabis
• Identify banking and financial implications
• Describe federal, state, local, and tax laws related to cannabis
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    Cannabis Pharmacy Module 1 - Cannabis as a Medicine
    People have cultivated cannabis longer than any other plant. It has been grown for fiber, medicine, and inebriation for at least 12,000 years. This first module describes how cannabis works within the body and how to affects your Endocannabinoid system. We also discuss possible adverse side effects.

    Cannabis Pharmacy Module 2 - Using Medical Cannabis
    Cannabis can be used in a variety of forms. It can be eaten, smoked, vaporized, applied topically or under the tongue. In this module, we look at how cannabis is metabolized and how to use it effectively by experimenting with dosages. We also describe how to properly store cannabis to ensure freshness.

    Cannabis Pharmacy Module 3 - Varieties of Medical Cannabis
    Module three discusses what makes a cannabis variety and why it’s important. Different varieties produce different medicinal effects and they can vary dramatically. We describe how to identify various strains, as well as their genetics, availability, aroma, taste, potency, and duration of effects.

    Cannabis Pharmacy Module 4
    Medical Uses of Cannabis
    In the last module of our course, we examine various diseases and disorders that medical cannabis can treat. Medical cannabis is rarely a cure but can possibly be used to reduce the incidence of some diseases and prevent others. Medical cannabis can be used to treat a wide variety of symptoms.

    Start Your Own Cannabis Business Module 1 - The Marijuana Industry
    Marijuana use can be traced back more than 4,5000 years. Only recently have laws begun to evolve and trend towards the legalization of marijuana. There are many documented benefits of how cannabis can be used for medical treatments and relief. Our first module discusses the history of cannabis and the current legal landscape. We also explore the first major decisions as a potential business owner, such as how to pick a subsector, how to develop realistic expectations, and how to conduct initial market research.

    Start Your Own Cannabis Business Module 2 - Planning and Funding
    The second module of our course discusses important aspects of a business in the initial planning phase. We explore how to create a realistic mission statement and business plan. We also describe financing issues that cannabis businesses tend to have with banks and how to find funding alternatives.

    Start Your Own Cannabis Business Module 3 - Licensing and Setting Up Shop
    Module three explores a number of topics, including how to obtain a cannabis license, how to build your team of valuable employees, and how to brand yourself. Branding can include creating a strong name and establishing a strong identify, reaching clients via social media, and marketing techniques.

    Start Your Own Cannabis Business Module 4 - Growing Your Business
    The final module of this course examines common post-startup issues, such as how to plan ahead for your business, paying taxes, and keeping your product and business compliant. Finally, we explore how to grow your business into a multilocation or multistate company.

    Cannabis Laws and Policies Module 1 - Federal, State, and Local Laws
    For as long as cannabis has been illegal, people have been trying to legalize it. The argument is being made that cannabis consumption is far less harmful than alcohol, which is legal. In this first module, we discuss factors associated with supply, demand, and consumerism. We also define various laws at the federal, state, and local levels.

    Cannabis Laws and Policies Module 2 - Lobbying, Cultivation, Manufacturing, and Production
    Cannabis legalization and lobbying go hand in hand. We’ll discuss groups dedicated to lobbying and advocacy. Also, in this module we’ll describe aspects of cannabis cultivation, testing, manufacturing, production and retail sales.

    Cannabis Laws and Policies Module 3 - Banking and Financial Implications
    One of the biggest issues that commercial cannabis faces is the lack of access to the U.S. banking industry. Most banks and credit institutions that receive insurance from the FDIC will not take money that is associated with cannabis. This module discusses banking and financial implications associated with owning and operating a cannabis related business.

    Cannabis Laws and Policies Module 4 - Taxation and the Future of Cannabis
    There’s no denying the tax ramifications of recreational and medical cannabis. What are states doing with all of their newfound income? This module discusses cannabis taxes and ramifications, as well as various tax models. Finally, we examine the future of legalizing cannabis.

    Objectives...
    Cannabis Pharmacy
    After completing this course, you should be able to:

    Recall how cannabis works within the body
    Recognize how to dose and store medical cannabis
    Identify forms and varieties of medical cannabis
    Describe medicinal uses for medical cannabis

    Start Your Own Cannabis Business
    After completing this course, you should be able to:

    Recall aspects of cannabis legalization and the cannabis market
    Recognize the basics of starting a business, such as creating a mission statement and business plan
    Identify how to obtain your cannabis business license
    Describe techniques for branding yourself and growing your cannabis business

    Cannabis Laws and Policies
    After completing this course, you should be able to:

    Recall aspects of cannabis consumerism, safety, and regulations
    Recognize characteristics of cultivation, manufacturing, production, and retail sale of cannabis
    Identify banking and financial implications
    Describe federal, state, local, and tax laws related to cannabis
    Cannabis Pharmacy Module 1 - Cannabis as a Medicine
    • The Cannabis Plant
    • How Cannabis Works Within the Body
    • Adverse Effects of Medical Cannabis
    • Endocannabinoid System
    • Phyto-cannabinoids and Terpenoids

    Cannabis Pharmacy Module 2 - Using Medical Cannabis
    • Dosage
    • Storing Cannabis
    • Forms of Cannabis
    • Cannabis Contaminants
    • Metabolizing Medical Cannabis

    Cannabis Pharmacy Module 3 - Varieties of Medical Cannabis
    • What Makes a Cannabis Variety?
    • Name Games
    • Strain Identification
    • Selecting a Medical Cannabis Variety
    • Modern Cannabis Varieties

    Cannabis Pharmacy Module 4 - Medical Uses of Cannabis
    • Diseases and Disorders
    • Skin Disorders
    • Cannabis and Pregnancy
    • Cannabis and Preventive Medicine
    • Cannabis Dependence and Withdrawal

    Start Your Own Cannabis Business Module 1 - The Marijuana Industry
    • THC and CBD
    • The Current Legal Landscape
    • Medical Marijuana
    • Picking a Subsector
    • Competition and Market Research

    Start Your Own Cannabis Business Module 2 - Planning and Funding
    • Mission Statement and Business Plan
    • Financing
    • Funding Alternatives
    • Investors and Crowdfunding
    • Attracting Capital

    Start Your Own Cannabis Business Module 3 - Licensing and Setting Up Shop
    • Cannabis License
    • Building Your Team
    • Branding Yourself
    • Marketing and Public Relations
    • Social Media

    Start Your Own Cannabis Business Module 4 - Growing Your Business
    • Planning Ahead
    • Paying Taxes
    • Compliance
    • Becoming a Multilocation or Multistate • Company
    • Raise More Money

    Cannabis Laws and Policies Module 1 - Federal, State, and Local Laws
    • Consumerism of Cannabis
    • Supply and Demand
    • Consumer Safety
    • Consumer Problems
    • Regulations at Every Level

    Cannabis Laws and Policies Module 2 - Lobbying, Cultivation, Manufacturing, and Production
    • Lobbying and Advocacy
    • Requirements for Licensure
    • Cannabis Agriculture
    • Testing Labs
    • Standards

    Cannabis Laws and Policies Module 3 - Banking and Financial Implications
    • Credit Crunch
    • Investment
    • Stocks and Public Companies
    • State by State
    • Nation by Nation

    Cannabis Laws and Policies Module 4 - Taxation and the Future of Cannabis
    • National Taxes
    • Tax Models
    • Media
    • Congressional Action
    • Future of Cannabis
    All required reference materials are provided with this program. Technical requirements:

    Internet Connection
    • Broadband or High-Speed (DSL, Cable, Wireless)
    Hardware Requirements
    • Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
    • Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended

    Software Requirements
    • Operating Systems - Windows 7, 8 or 10; Mac OS x 10 or higher
    • Microsoft Office 2007, 2010 or 2013 or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
    • Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
    • Cookies MUST be enabled
    • Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
    • Adobe PDF Reader
    The Certified Cannabis Dispensary Management (CCDM) certification exam prepares individuals for a career in the management of a cannabis dispensary. Managing a marijuana dispensary is similar to managing any other retail store: manage the staff, track inventory, and cultivate a clean, professional atmosphere, but the highly regulated nature of the product makes it a bit more complicated.
    This class is an independent-study course. Students will have all the resources needed to successfully complete the course within the online material. A student helpdesk is available for technical support during the course enrollment.

    Product Type:
    Course
    Course Type:
    Career Training Program
    Level:
    Beginner
    Language:
    English
    Hours:
    75
    Duration:
    3 months
    Avg Completion:
    3 Months

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        • Take advantage of real-world experience outside of the classroom with an employer-based externship program
        • Work with a career counselor to schedule your certification exam (if applicable)
        • Complete an employer-ready resume with a career coach
        • Participate in live mock interviews and job guidance sessions

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