Alabama State offering online programs on cannabis studies

While medical marijuana is not officially up and running in Alabama, some steps have been taken in recent years to build legal business across the state.

Now that it’s growing across the country, Alabama State University is looking to help those wanted to get started in the industry. The university is offering five different online programs to learn more about medical cannabis.

“The medical/healthcare cannabis industry is growing at an unprecedented rate and the demand for skilled professionals is higher than ever. As the industry continues to expand, new opportunities are emerging in fields such as cultivation, retail, compliance, product development, and more.”

~ Alabama State University

Keep reading to find out more about the programs + how you can get involved.

Earn a certificate in 24 weeks

Alabama State is offering programs where people can earn a certificate to help further their careers in the cannabis industry. Students can learn everything from cultivation techniques to distribution.

The five programs are:

• Healthcare + medicine
• Agriculture + horniculture
• Business
• Compliance + risk management
• Product development + design

Each area is studied through a six-month, fully online course for $2,700.

“Crafted by top industry leaders, our program is tailored to provide you with relevant, real-word knowledge so that you can thrive as a medical/healthcare cannabis professional.”

~ Alabama State University

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