College of Southern Nevada now offering cannabis training courses
Las Vegas (KSNV) — The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) is introducing cannabis-related certification courses as the industry continues to grow across the valley.
The college is teaming up with Green Flower, a national leader in cannabis education, to offer three certificate programs; advanced dispensary associate, advanced manufacturing agent, and advanced cultivation technician.
According to CSN, each course starts with the basics of compliance.
Advanced Manufacturing Agent students will learn about cannabis processing and manufacturing cannabis-infused products, while the Advanced Cultivation Technician Program will explore botany and best practices for growing and cultivating cannabis plants. Advanced Dispensary Associate Program students will learn the ins and outs of working in cannabis sales.
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Certificate programs each take eight weeks to complete and are offered online, with enrollment open to students at any time for $750 per course.
Upon certificate completion, graduates will receive a Credly badge and gain access to Green Flower's employer network.
More information can be found on the school's website.
