Course Description

This program has been developed by professionals for professionals like you to get you up to speed on the ins and outs, advantages and disadvantages, of administering medical cannabis. It is based on the latest science and infused with clinical wisdom gathered from the world’s most experienced physicians. It is evidence based and designed to be digestible, enjoyable and practical.

By the time you’ve completed the program you’ll know how to speak to patients confidently about cannabis therapeutics. You’ll also be able to:

  • Describe the different components of cannabis as well as the body’s own endocannabinoid system.
  • Explain the most common uses of cannabis and methods of administration.
  • Guide patients to the most effective (and cost-effective) dosing strategies for their conditions.
  • Understand the potential short- and long-term benefits plus the risks, contraindications and drug-drug interactions of cannabinoid therapeutics.

Key Information

  • Course Location

    Online

  • Course Duration

    Approximately 30 hours

  • Course Speed

    At your own pace

  • Enrollment Duration

    You have a maximum of 8 weeks to complete this course once you sign up

  • Required Materi

    An internet enabled device (phone, computer, tablet, etc.) is required. Everything else is contained in the online course materials

  • Design

    Each module is self-guided and interactive.

  • Evaluation

    There is a required quiz at the end of each module that must be passed with an 70% or greater score prior to moving onto the next module

  • References

    Citations are included throughout the modules with a full reference list at the end of each module

Course curriculum

  1. 1

    • Welcome! Here’s What You’ll Get From This Course
  2. 2
  3. 3

    • A Tour of the Endocannabinoid System

    • Quiz: A Tour of the Endocannabinoid System
  4. 4

    • 5 Key Functions of the ECS: Eat, Sleep, Relax, Forget, and Protect

    • Quiz: 5 Key Functions of the ECS: Eat, Sleep, Relax, Forget, and Protect
  5. 5

    • Cannabinoids: A Deeper Dive on THC & CBD

    • Quiz: Cannabinoids: A Deeper Dive on THC & CBD

  6. 6

    • Minor Cannabinoids, Terpenes and the Entourage Effect

    • Quiz: Minor Cannabinoids, Terpenes and the Entourage Effect
  7. 7

    • Methods of Administration

    • Quiz: Methods of Administration
  8. 8

    • Risks and Contraindications

    • Quiz: Risks & Contraindications
  9. 9

    • Dosing Strategies

    • Quiz: Dosing Strategies
  10. 10

    • Laboratory Testing

    • Quiz: Laboratory Testing
  11. 11

    • Case Study: Chronic Pain, Sleep Disruption, and Harm Reduction in Practice

    • Quiz: Case Study: Chronic Pain, Sleep Disruption, and Harm Reduction in Practice
  12. 12

    • Safe Handling, Storage, and Patient Privacy

    • Quiz: Safe Handling, Storage, and Patient Privacy
  13. 13

    • Scope of Practice, Prohibited Actions, and Patient Consultation Requirements

    • Quiz: Scope of Practice, Prohibited Actions, and Patient Consultation Requirements
  14. 14

    • Module 13: Glossary of Terms

    • Refer a Colleague
  15. 15

    • Final Exam

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