Cannabis Retail Specialist (CAN)

CAN-100. Cannabis Introduction. (1 Credit)

This course will introduce students to the retail applications of cannabis. The history, lifecycle, legalization and sale of cannabis in the retail marketplace will be discussed. (1 contact hour)

CAN-105. Cannabis Laws and Regulations. (1 Credit)

This course is an integral component of the Cannabis Retail Specialist Certificate. The primary goal of this course is to develop a general understanding of laws and regulations that govern the possession, use, transfer, and need for compliance relating to the business of cannabis. Students will consider the necessity of legal regulation as it relates to cannabis, and how it intersects with existing state and federal controlled substance laws, employment policies, the drug-free workplace act, and the ultimate goal of legal compliance and safety. (1 contact hour)

CAN-110. Cannabis Pharmacology. (2 Credits)

This course provides students with a foundation of pharmacological topics related to medical and adult-use cannabis. Course content includes chemical constituents, physiological methodology and consumption, pharmacological research evaluation, and knowledge on drug interactions. Additional topics such as advances in medical research and clinical usage will be addressed. (2 contact hours)