School of Cannabis Science and Compliance
The School of Cannabis Science and Compliance provides education in cannabis plant science, products, dispensary operations, horticulture, edibles, and regulatory compliance for the cannabis industry.
School Overview
The School of Cannabis Science and Compliance provides education in cannabis plant science, products, dispensary operations, horticulture, edibles, and regulatory compliance for the cannabis industry.
School Mission
To deliver professional education that supports safe, compliant, and informed participation in the cannabis industry across scientific, operational, and regulatory domains.
Approved Program Provider
National Career Certification Board (NCCB)
The School of Cannabis Science and Compliance is an approved provider of the National Career Certification Board. Upon successful completion of these programs, graduates are eligible to sit for the NCCB certification examination and receive their professional credential.
Professional Certifications Available
Complete the program, pass the NCCB exam, and earn your professional designation.
Cannabis Budtender Certification
Certified Cannabis Budtender Technician
Cannabis Dispensary Management Certification
Certified Cannabis Dispensary Manager
Cannabis Edibles Professional Certification
Certified Cannabis Edibles Professional
Cannabis Horticulture Specialist Certification
Certified Cannabis Horticulture Specialist
Programs
7 programs available.
Cannabis Dispensary Management Certification
Master the skills to manage a compliant, profitable cannabis dispensary — from regulatory standards to retail operations and security.
Cannabis Compliance Specialist Professional Certification
Master cannabis compliance from federal regulations through retail operations — covering licensing, seed-to-sale tracking, GMP, security, testing, packaging, and audit procedures.
Cannabis 101 Certificate
A comprehensive 6-8 hour beginner course covering cannabis fundamentals — plant science, history, medical uses, products, legal considerations, and industry insights.
Cannabis Budtender Certification
Customer communication, products, responsible service, safety, documentation, ethics, and applicable compliance principles for cannabis retail.
Medical Cannabis Specialist Professional Certification
A comprehensive 16-week, 80-hour certification preparing professionals to understand the regulated cannabis industry and support safe, ethical, evidence-informed patient education and care coordination.
Cannabis Edibles Professional Certification
A comprehensive certification program covering cannabis edibles fundamentals, dosage and effects, infusion techniques, culinary applications, health and wellness, and entrepreneurship — preparing graduates for the NCCB Cannabis Edibles Professional (CCEP) certification examination.
Cannabis Horticulture Specialist Certification
Master cannabis cultivation from seed to harvest — covering plant science, growing environments, pest management, genetics, compliance, and sustainability.
Career Pathways
Graduates of School of Cannabis Science and Compliance programs are prepared to pursue opportunities in their respective fields. Specific career outcomes vary by program, employer requirements, and jurisdiction. Please review individual program pages for detailed career application information.