Cannabis Professional Certificate Program

Join us in this growing industry

The Cannabis Professional Online Certificate Program is an intensive 4-week workshop designed to meet the needs of those who want to increase their understanding of cannabis and its effects, the cannabis industry, and the environment in which it operates. The program is comprised of four 1-week modules. The videos and materials for each module are available starting on Sunday. Registrants can work at their own pace to complete the module throughout the week and will then participate in a live virtual class via Zoom on the following Saturday morning.

Earn your certificate

Receive a Certificate of Completion from Florida Gulf Coast University.

Learn from the professionals

Broaden your understanding as industry experts pass along their knowledge

Interactive experience

Enjoy the program online, on your own time without the travel expenses.

Get a competitive edge. Grow your expertise at an affordable price – just $1,395

Cannabis is growing in popularity, in part due to its medical benefits. Why wait to join this billion dollar industry?

Take the first steps.

This FGCU program will help prepare individuals for a career in this developing field.

Program Details

Focus on your personal goals.

Request to take a portion(s) of the full program to focus on the content most relevant and important to you.

Cannabis Research Education Workforce

What is CREW at FGCU?

Discover what the Cannabis Research Education Workforce (CREW) was designed for.

"I decided to embark on the FGCU course as I am currently looking to change my career to the cannabis industry. The course is presented by the charming Professor Martha Rosenthal, whose unique empathy for the subject makes this dynamic course highly informative and left me able to form an educated and reasoned opinion on the vast majority of subjects and the myriad issues involved in cannabis, both political and social. I would highly recommend this course to anyone interested in pursuing a career in the cannabis industry, I did and it's one of the best decisions I've ever made!"

-Edward Oliver

August 2021 Participant

"I came to this class out of curiosity and with the intention to get first class unbiased information about cannabis. After 5 days I have a very good idea of where I want to go to educate and advocate in the coming future."

-Petra Kaiser

August 2019 Participant

"Excellent course for learning a variety of cannabis knowledge. Networking with other classmates was very valuable too. I would recommend this course to anyone wanting to improve their knowledge and network."

-Alex Popoff

August 2019 Participant, Veteran

"Well worth the money and time."

-Jeff Konin

May 2019 Participant, Doctor of Physical Therapy

Cannabis Research, Education and Workforce Initiative (CREW)

The Cannabis Research, Education and Workforce Initiative is dedicated to creating an academic home for the cannabis industry. We are focused on the dissemination of scientifically valid data, excellence in education, and guiding the next generation of business leaders.

Program Key Points

Here are some of the aspects of our program that separate us from all the rest.

This course is geared towards:
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- Those who are in, or who would like to enter the cannabis industry
- Patients and advocates
- Health care professionals
- Educators
- Those interested in the legal and financial realities of the cannabis industry
- Anyone interested in the fastest growing industry in the United States
Reasons to take this certificate program:
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- To enhance your knowledge about the physical, therapeutic, and societal effects of cannabis
- To learn from experts in the field
- To further your career
- To consider financial opportunities in the cannabis industry
- Earn a digital badge to share the competencies and skills you master with prospective employers, colleagues, clients, and businesses
Program speakers include:
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- Physicians, botanists, and scientists
- CEO/entrepreneurs, business leaders, and industry management
- Accountants and investment bankers
- Attorneys and community activists
- Artists and chefs
Certificate & Badging
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Participants will receive a certificate of completion from Florida Gulf Coast University. Participants who successfully complete this program are also eligible for a badge through FGCU. The badges help students/professionals stand out to employers . Your digital badge says that you've achieved a credential that is relevant to your career.

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Cannabis Professional Certificate Program offered through Innovative Education & Partnerships at FGCU

Featured article by WINK News shows the first offering of the Cannabis Professional Certificate Program, which was offered May 6-10 of 2019. It featured industry leaders and professionals from multiple fields. The program offered a wealth of knowledge and brought together people from different disciplines. With the successful of the program, they are scheduling another for the near future. View the article here or watch the video below.

"As an agricultural student, I am always looking for additional experience, knowledge, and professional certificates - but I was unsure of how much value the course would be. I can say with 100% confidence that the program is well worth the price. Even as a cannabis advocate and studying at a top Agriculture program, almost all of the information was new knowledge. The knowledge you gain is valuable and the connections made are absolutely invaluable. You could not make these connections without this opportunity. Do not hesitate, you won't regret it!"

-Evan Isaacson, UF Agriculture Student; August 2019 Participant

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Innovative Education & Partnerships

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10501 FGCU Boulevard South
Fort Myers, Florida 33965

(239) 745-4700