Core Outcomes:
Comprehensive Understanding of Cannabis Laws
Navigate the complex legal landscape of cannabis cultivation, understanding the interplay between federal and state regulations.
Expertise in Hemp Industry Trends
Gain insights into the science, trends, and regulations surrounding the hemp industry, positioning yourself as a knowledgeable professional in a rapidly evolving market.
Foundational Botany and Cultivation Skills
Develop a solid foundation in cannabis botany, including plant physiology, life cycles, and genetic navigation, essential for successful cultivation practices.
Safety and Compliance Knowledge
Implement essential safety protocols and compliance measures within cultivation operations, ensuring a secure and regulated environment.
Effective Propagation Techniques
Master the techniques of plant propagation through seeds and clones, understanding the developmental stages of cannabis plants.
Soil and Microbiology Proficiency
Understand the key components of soil science and microbiology, enabling you to create optimal growth conditions for healthy cannabis plants.
Nutrient Management and Irrigation Skills
Learn to create a thriving root zone environment, optimizing nutrient delivery and irrigation for maximum plant health and yield.
Lighting and Environmental Control Mastery
Optimize lighting systems and manage ventilation and climate control to create the ideal conditions for cannabis growth.
Pest and Pathogen Management
Identify and manage pests and pathogens through integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, safeguarding your crops.
Sustainability and Organic Practices
Explore sustainable and organic farming principles, aligning your cultivation practices with eco-friendly methodologies.
Harvesting and Quality Assurance Techniques
Master the entire harvesting process, from cutting down plants to ensuring quality assurance during post-harvest processing.
What classes are included in this program?
This certification program is comprised of 24 courses:
- Cannabis History & Policies
- United States Cannabis Law
- Cultivation Safety & Compliance for Managers
- Introduction to Cannabis Horticulture
- Cultivar Selection for Cultivators
- Seeds & Clones
- Vegetative Growth
- Transition and Flowering
- Harvest & Post Harvest
- Substrates, Nutrients & Irrigation
- Optimal Conditions
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Propagation Techniques
- Soil Science & Microbiology
- Sustainability & Organic Farming
- Pests
- Pathogens
- Prevention, Treatment & Integrated Pest Management
- Nutrient Disorders
- Outdoor Cultivation Techniques and Farming Infrastructure
- Greenhouses
- Light
- Ventilation and Carbon Dioxide
- Electrical Systems
- Cultivation Financial Management
