Get equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to become a successful, in-demand cannabis retail professional with dispensary agent training.
Taught exclusively by leading industry experts and operators, this 9-week onlineprogram gives you a foundational understanding of the cannabis supply chain, as well as the skills needed to excel in the cannabis retail environment, including product knowledge and customer engagement.
Delivered through video lectures, readings, and e-learning modules, this interactive online dispensary training program will ensure you have the knowledge and credibility needed to build your career in cannabis retail, work in a dispensary, or even start your own dispensary.
Upon completion of the program, you’ll receive an official Cannabis Retail Specialist Program 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 retail 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 around six hours per week to complete coursework in this program.
These programs are currently not eligible for federal aid, however we do offer a payment plan.
3 Units
9 weeks
100% Online
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$300
In 2021, there were over 428,000 full-time employees in the cannabis industry in the United States.
Source: Vangst Job Report 2022
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 fast-growing industry.
100% Online | No prior education is required to enroll; however, participants must be 18 years or older.
Discover the secrets of the booming cannabis industry with engaging video content led by industry pioneers and leading experts. These experts possess extensive knowledge and experience in various aspects of the industry and have played a vital role in shaping this emerging field. With their unique insights and research, you will have an unparalleled educational opportunity to master the latest trends and best practices in the cannabis industry. Learn from the best, hone your skills, and achieve your cannabis career goals.
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.
Dr. Reggie Gaudino oversees all scientific research and development for Front Range Biosciences, and together the team at Front Range Biosciences applies the research to the development of new and improved Cannabis cultivars.
Martha is a Certified Nutrition Consultant and founder of Healthy Choices Unlimited, whose physicians and staff have helped over 15,000 patients obtain their Colorado Medical Marijuana Registry cards.
Josh is the President and Co-Founder of SC Laboratories, an analytical laboratory specializing in quality control for the Cannabis industry. With laboratories in Northern and Southern California as well as Seattle Washington, SC Labs is one of the largest analytical laboratories servicing the Cannabis industry.
Discover how the cannabis industry actually works, from seed to sale, including the business of cultivation, distribution, manufacturing, and lab testing. This unit will give you a foundational understanding of the cannabis supply chain, so you can speak confidently to others in the industry, and successfully work within many different roles and verticals.
Dive into a skills-based training specifically for cannabis retail, covering the various delivery methods and products used in today’s cannabis marketplace, providing safe and helpful service to consumers, the science of cannabis including cannabinoids, terpenes, and the Endocannabinoid System, the nuances of doing effective sales and marketing in cannabis, and much more. By the end of this training, you will be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to become a successful, in-demand cannabis retail professional.
Learn all about compliance, which is essential if you want to work in cannabis. You’ll get trained on health and safety best practices for cannabis workers, compliantly receiving and transporting cannabis products, maintaining product safety, the need for diversity, equity, and inclusion in cannabis, and much more. The cannabis industry is heavily regulated and most people simply don’t understand the rules, so acquiring this knowledge will truly help you stand out from the pack.
Gain advanced job skills and knowledge to excel in a retail role in the cannabis industry.
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Get equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to become a successful, in-demand cannabis retail professional with dispensary agent training.
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