Cannabis Consultant (Budtender) Certification
$149.00
The Medical Cannabis Consultant Certification presents, in sequential order, a series of 12 course modules designed to teach an individual about the legal framework of working with medical marijuana patients, the basics of the plant, the history, discovery, and science of the Endocannabinoid System, and how to work with patients as they come into the dispensary.
This is the most comprehensive Medical Cannabis Consultant Certification, Budtender, or Dispensary Technician Certification, offered anywhere online or in person. With more than 800+ peer reviewed, current citations from industry experts, scientists, doctors and industry leaders, the Consultant Certification will give you the foundation to be successful within the cannabis industry.
As states allow patients access to medical marijuana, additional state mandated and approved certifications will be added as part of our Consultant Certifications. In addition, we offer many Continuing Education courses which meet many state requirements and are affordably priced. Please refer to state/country specific sections of our website for state approved and/or required certifications.
As a dispensary owner, we understand that certification courses can be expensive. Therefore, for purchases of 5 or more, please call us at 844-411-0500 x813 and we can offer an additional discount for your purchase.
What’s the secret to getting a budtender position? Getting the training you need.
When you enter to the Dispensary or CBD store, budtenders help you with the purchase and tell you about the products. Do you know the reason why they are so good at their job? They take budtender certification courses that enhance their knowledge about the cannabis field.
Patients can spend 90% or more of their time in-store interacting with just one person: the budtender, which is why this position is probably the most important one inside a dispensary. The best budtenders are passionate about cannabis, exceptionally knowledgeable about the products, and thrive on providing great customer service.
What are clients are saying…
“I didn’t expect this course to be as informative as it was. I have friends who earned certification through other programs and came out feeling that they had learned nothing. So, I was quite surprised at the level and quality of information. I learned a lot from this program. It was absolutely worth the money.” – Audra S
“So much information I am so excited about my journey into the cannabis industry.” – Senitra L
“This was the most informative, yet casual and enjoyable work education I have ever taken.” – Mars P
“This course has helped open my eyes even more to the potential of medical cannabis. I have never been more excited to continue learning about a subject then I am now that I have completed this course. I have learned an exceptional amount of information that was completely new and a shock to me and I am excited to see where my career in the cannabis industry goes now that I have taken a, in my opinion, crucial first step towards higher knowledge of the plant and its medical uses.” – Jessica E
- Section 1 – Introduction
- Section 2 – Legal Landscape
- Section 3 – History
- Section 4 – The Endocannabinoid System
- Section 5 – Cannabinoids, Terpenes and Opioids
- Section 6 – Delivery Systems
- Section 7 – Dosing
- Section 8 – Reading Lab Testing Labels
- Section 9 – Clinical Practice – Broad Therapeutic Uses
- Section 10 – Storage and Handling
- Section 11 – Communicating with Customers
- Section 12 – Myths and Facts
As part of the Medical Marijuana 411 adult online education, enrollees may start and stop at any time. Any students completing our certifications and/or coursework will have a permanent student dashboard to review materials at any time. If in the future, you want to review any information, simply log-on to your dashboard to re-visit the content.
All coursework and graphics can be downloaded for future re-use with customers, clients and patients. Additional resources of lengthier, pertinent PDFs are available by clicking on the research endnote at the end of each section module.
- Each section followed by endnote citation links to more than 800+ current, peer-reviewed research studies
- Legal Considerations for Medical Professionals (what medical professionals can and cannot do)
- 12 modules which consist of: legal framework, basics of the plant, the history, discovery, and science of the ECS, and how cannabinoid receptors work with our bodies. Further modules will delve into important topics like: how to medicate, inhalation versus ingestion, contraindications, drug on drug interactions, terpenes, The Entourage Effect, cannabinoids, THC, CBD, and how medical marijuana works with a variety of different ailments.
- Videos featuring: Dr. Raphael Mechoulam, Dr. Sue Sisley, Dr. Mark Ware, Dr. Donald Abrams and Dr. Jake Felice to help articulate section module content
- Multiple videos which illustrate the ECS, CB1 & CB2 receptors, patient stories and expert testimony on multiple cannabis related topics.
- Downloadable PDFs and graphics for review with colleagues, patients, and peers interested in the how’s and why’s medical marijuana is an option for patient treatment
- The impact of cannabis on the opioid addiction crisis
- Resource sections for further reading and review
- Instant access to all course materials
- Printable and downloadable infographics
- All research materials used for the online course
- Lifetime, unlimited access
- 24/7 access
- No time limits
- Start anytime
- Work on your own time and at your own pace
- Affordably priced
- Section 1 – Introduction
- Your Role In the Dispensary
- Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- What You Can & Can’t Do
Section 2 – Legal Landscape- Overview of Cannabis Laws and Regulations
- Federal Primer/Outline
Section 3 – History- Early History of Cannabis Use
- Cannabis in the West
- U.S. Prohibition
- The Medical Implications of U.S. Prohibition
- Medical Cannabis Today
- Hemp vs Cannabis
Section 4 – The Endocannabinoid System- The Discovery of the Endocannabinoid System
- The Body’s Supercomputer
- Endocannabinoids and Human Thriving Behavior
- Why The Endocannabinoid System Isn’t Taught In Medical School
Section 5 – Cannabinoids, Terpenes and Opioids- Minor Cannabinoids
- Terpenes and The Entourage Effect
- Adverse Reactions to Cannabis
- Cannabis Tolerance
- Cannabinoids and Opioids
Section 6 – Delivery Systems- Inhalation, Smoking and Vaporizing
- Inhalation: Joints, Pipes, Water Pipes, Bongs
- Edibles, Tinctures, Topicals
Section 7 – DosingSection 8 – Reading Lab Testing LabelsSection 9 – Clinical Practice – Broad Therapeutic Uses- Anxiety Disorders, Cancer & Epilepsy
- Gastrointestinal Disorders, Sleep Disorders & Migraine Headaches
- Neurodegenerative Disorders, Pain & Post Traumatic Stress Disorders
Section 10 – Storage and HandlingSection 11 – Communicating with CustomersSection 12 – Myths and Facts
- Gateway Theory, Addiction & Brain Function
- Impaired Motivation, Memory & Mental State
- Lung Damage, Use Patterns & Overall Danger
With over 800+ current, peer reviewed citations, Medical Marijuana 411 is proud to be the leader in online medical marijuana education for patients, medical professionals and dispensary consultants.
Additional videos from leading cited experts, scientists and physicians, and downloadable graphics are part of this certification. Here is a partial list of the scientists, researchers, educators and lawyers whose work is cited within the Medical Marijuana 411 certifications.
Our goal of creating the most current content for this cannabis certification course was obtained by using peer-reviewed research from industry experts. All citations utilized in this course meet standard guidelines and are part of the public domain. Experts listed below are not affiliated with Medical Marijuana 411 and no endorsement or authorization should be inferred by their inclusion on our website. Medical Marijuana 411 has included links to each expert to ensure credit is given for their research, legal and scientific studies under the guidelines of “Fair Use.”
- Dr. Raphael Mechoulam
- Dr. Sue Sisley
- Dr. Donald Abrams
- Dr. Jake Felice
- Dr. Ethan Russo
- Dr. Lester Grinspoon
- Dr. Nishi Whiteley
- Dr. Mark Ware
- Dr. Yehiel Gaoni
- Dr. Bruce Mirken
- Charles Whitebread, Professor of Law, USC Law School
- Neil Juneja, Gleam Law
- Orion Inskip, Gleam Law
- Dr. Martin Lee
- Dr. Allyn Howlett, Ph.D
- Dr. Gregory T Carter
- Dr. David Bearman
- Dr. Lumir Hanuš
- Dr. Vincenzo Di Marzo
- Dr. Robert Melamede
- Dr. Dustin Sulak
- Dr. Bonni Goldstein
- Professor Roger Pertwee
- Dr. Shohami
- Dr. Ester Fride
- Dr. Melanie Dreher
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I am blown away by what I learned about cannabis. Excellent course! Thank you!!
As a full on Weed Nerd I thoroughly enjoyed myself! I will definitely be looking into taking more courses from you in the future.
Could be more interactive, a little boring but informative.
I’m so glad i chose this course, with this site! The resources & information for learning are thorough as well as punctual. I wouod recommend it to anyone else interested in the cannabis industry certifation programs!
What is a challenge but very interesting
the course was very informative and enlightening. it left me with a better understanding of the medical side of cannabis.
Great information! Learned a lot
good course, the subtitles on the videos were not always correct
Please change the fact that we have to wait 24 hours to retest.
Loved this course…
I thoroughly enjoyed this course. Thank you so much!
I really liked this course. I feel like it offered a lot of information and was very beneficial.
By far this has been the best introductory course I have done.
I couldn’t put it down! so informative and enjoyable! I loved the way it’s designed and the information and graphics available.
Start with the history then into law then into uses of today. knowledge flows a lot better that way
I learned a tremendous amount and would highly recommend this course
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I feel as though this course opened my eyes on the truth about Cannabis and how it can really help with people that are suffering from health issues.
I took this class for my company to prepare myself for our upcoming vote for medical in November. This course was amazing in all aspects of the word. The only feedback I have is when it gets to the section about how cannabis responds with the brain function, the medical jargon gets to be a little confusing. The subtitles for the videos were crazy too. I found it entertaining and slightly distracting. Other than that, this course was absolutely incredible.
I Loved the course and have learnt so so much! It has clarified and provided answers to a lot of the myths that I have previously heard. I wish I had know this information earlier on in my life!
So much information I am so excited about my journey into the cannabis industry.
I am an experienced cannabis user that has conducted my own research so it was GREAT to have my self taught knowledge supported by the factual information!
Thank you for having the course available to gain more knowledge of Medical Marijuana and the industry.
extremely helpful to help others
This course has helped open my eyes even more to the potential of medical cannabis. I have never been more excited to continue learning about a subject then I am now that I have completed this course. I have learned an exceptional amount of information that was completely new and a shock to me and I am excited to see where my career in the cannabis industry goes now that I have taken a, in my opinion, crucial first step towards higher knowledge of the plant and its medical uses.
Really well-organized, very thorough, and super informative. One of my best online course experiences!
24 hour lock out on exams sucks
Loved every second!
great!
Thanks for the great presentation. I gained alot of knowledge, I would definitively recommend this course study.
Thank you. So informative!
very helpful and give me lots of knowledge about medical marijuana
Amazing course! Thank you so much!
This was a very interesting and informative course. I like that the information stays accessible, and that additional resources and key terms are conveniently listed.
LOVED THE OPPORTUNITY TO BE EDUCATED WITH CONVENIENCE. LOOKING FORWARD TO THE NEXT STEPS IN LEARNING WITH MM411.
I have ADD so I wish you had more visual learning. I did enjoy this course. I did learn so much.
Course was well presented and concise.
This course has been very helpful and informing, easily putting the knowledge into “easy to comprehend” material! I think it may have landed me a job even! Thanks Medical Marijuana 411!
The value and usefulness of the subject matter covered by this course, well thought-out and presented. The syllabus clearly outlined the course content. Each section exam was relevant and helpful to my learning experience. Felt engaged with the course content. Highly recommended this learning experience.
Content was valuable and delivery was okay. Some improvements could be made in delivery to make the material more engaging. Other than that, very interesting!
Great set of additional resources available for your disposal
I learned so much in this course, the material really helped me to help our patients.
Very interesting course giving great knowledge on the medical uses of cannabis. The videos and diagrams also helped in understanding the content
Course made everything very easy to understand and learn. Program was very easy to use and it was perfect for my crazy schedule by allowing me to end and return to my sessions at my own pace. I feel that this course will help me succeed in my job and allow me to spread the scientific truths and my newfound knowledge with people.
Audio version for other learning. I learn when I listen, read and demonstrate. Great course thank you.
a little contradicting in certain topic.
Very informative, and well presented. Videos were especially educational. A great course.
Extremely informative course that I really enjoyed. Look forward to re-visiting.
This was the most informative, yet casual and enjoyable work education I have ever taken.
The course was effective in dispelling decades-old myths about the dangers of cannabis, while also educating me about the benefits of cannabis as natural and safe medicine. Thank you Medical Marijuana 411 in providing me and others with valuable information from which to have options and make informed decisions.
I believe the section called Neurodegenerative Disorders, Pain & Post Traumatic Stress Disorder had an error in stating THC is 20 times the anti inflammatory as aspirin, I remember seeing that statistic for CBD and it’s unlikely THC would be identical, but maybe I’m wrong.
I was amazed how much I have learned and appreciate the organization and flow of the materials presented.
I found this extremely interesting and educational. Well worth the money!
This was the most interesting course that I have taken in medical marijuana! Thanks for the resources and links, as well as downloadable educational images, I have learned so much and hope to use this knowledge as a cannabis RN in Maryland. Highly recommend this course!
Wish you had a Canadian version. 😉
Minor copywriting edits should be made. Data on Migraine should be confirmed/reviewed. One question remains for me: Should lab results be available for all products dispensed? Other than these points, I found the information and knowledge fascinating. I look forward to transcribing my notes in tandem with rereading all the course materials. I also look forward to continuing educations.
I didn’t expect this course to be as informative as it was. I have friends who earned certification through other programs and came out feeling that they had learned nothing. So, I was quite surprised at the level and quality of information. I learned a lot from this program. It was absolutely worth the money.
Loved every minute of this course. I know so much more than I did before and am now addicted to learning more!
I want to thank Medical Marijuana for the opportunity to take this course. The reference list at the end of each sequential has been very useful I find myself frequently referring to them as they have been helpful in my case studies for my clients. The downloadable graphics are also well put together and another amazing tool for me to use. Medical Marijuana 411 is now my go to for up to date information on Marijuana education. Keep up the good work the industry needs this kind of program.
Great course! I learned a lot!