MISSISSIPPI (July 11, 2023) — As medical cannabis dispensaries open across Mississippi, Oaksterdam University (OU) is proud to offer the state-approved Mississippi Medical Cannabis Dispensary Worker Training. This self-paced online program is approved by the Mississippi State Department of Revenue and meets all requirements to certify dispensary workers.
Why Take This Course?
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State-Approved Certification — Required to work in a licensed Mississippi dispensary
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Comprehensive Curriculum — Covers laws, compliance, customer service, and product knowledge
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Flexible and Affordable — $149.99 with group discounts, accessible anytime, anywhere
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Verifiable Certificate — Downloadable proof of completion to qualify for dispensary jobs
The training program and certification are $149.99, with group discounts available, making it the least expensive and most comprehensive state-approved option for individuals and dispensary teams alike. It is accessible online – anytime, from anywhere – at the student’s own pace.
What You’ll Learn
Oaksterdam’s curriculum is developed by expert faculty and prepares dispensary workers to be safe, informed, and compliant. Topics include:
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Federal vs. State Cannabis Laws
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Mississippi Cannabis Laws & Regulations
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Medical Cannabis Dispensary Worker Foundations
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Hygiene for Retail Workers
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Effects of Cannabis
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Cultivar Selection
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Products, Ingestion Methods & Dosing
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Customer Service Best Practices
Mississippi Medical Cannabis Law Highlights
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Patients must be diagnosed with a qualifying condition under the Mississippi Medical Cannabis Act (e.g., cancer, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s, Crohn’s, Alzheimer’s, chronic pain).
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Patients must be certified by a licensed medical professional in Mississippi.
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Cannabis flower is capped at 30% THC; cannabis products at 60% THC.
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Loose “deli-style” cannabis sales are not allowed.
All of these laws — and many more — are covered in Oaksterdam’s training.
These and many other Mississippi-specific laws and regulations are included in Oaksterdam’s Mississippi Medical Cannabis Dispensary Worker Training. To sign up for the class, click here.
About Oaksterdam
Oaksterdam University has been the forerunner in providing the highest quality training to people involved in the cannabis industry since 2009. OU’s faculty is composed of professionals, academics, and subject matter experts who have taught more than 80,000 OU alumni from 110 countries. With roots growing 27 years deep, OU is a dynamic, diverse, and responsive academic institute dedicated to educating the global cannabis community, industry, regulators, and government.
Official Course Textbook
The official optional textbook for Mississippi Medical Cannabis Dispensary Training is The Budtender’s Guide: A Reference Manual for Cannabis Consumers and Dispensary Professionals. Published by Oaksterdam Press, this powerful resource complements the course material and serves as a comprehensive guide to cannabis use, products and effects. It is available as an e-book ($9.99) or in print ($29.99).