Concentrates and Infused Products
There is a wide variety of cannabis concentrates that are currently available for patient consumption. In this course, we will explore different methods of production with a focus on health and safety. We also review how concentrates are used as well as the infused products that can be made with them.
Learning Objectives:
- Learn the common mediums and methods for creating cannabis concentrates
- Help patients make informed decisions on the use of cannabis concentrates
Cannabis Analysis and Testing
Analysis and testing of cannabis products is a keystone to providing patients with high-quality medication. In this course, we will be exploring how labs test for potency, residual chemicals, and foreign materials.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the fundamental principles of cannabis analysis
- Identify the different types of testing performed on cannabis prior to sale
Introduction to Cannabis Chemistry
The cannabis plant is packed full of cannabinoids. It is important to understand the differences between the different cannabinoids and how they work in the human body. In this course, we will explore the fundamentals of cannabis chemistry.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the fundamental principles of chemistry as they apply to cannabis
- Understand the basic classes of chemicals found in cannabis and their therapeutic and recreational properties
- Explain the difference between THC, THCA, and CBD
Edibles and Concentrates
Smoking cannabis is not the only delivery method. In this course, we will review some of the easy methods for creating cannabis edibles in the privacy of the home.
Learning Objectives:
- Learn the common mediums for creating cannabis edibles
- Preparing mediums for cannabis extraction
Making Hash
Making hash is an ancient art form. In this course, we will cover the essential skills to creating a high-quality hashish easily.
Learning Objectives:
- Varying methods for producing hash
Cannabis Chemistry
Cannabis is one of the given names of the Cannabis Sativa plant. In this course, we will review the active ingredient in cannabis, Tetrahydrocannabinol, delta-9-Tetrahydrocannabinol, also known as simply THC as well as several other Cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant.
Learning Objectives:
- Differences between Trans-Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC9) and Tetrahydrocannabinold (THC8)
- What is: Cannabidiol (CBD), Cannabinol (CBN), Tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCV), and Cannabichromene (CBC)
- Psycho-active Cannabinoids
Cannabis as Medicine
Cannabis has been hailed as a multiple-use, miracle plant for medical use. In this course, we will explore how cannabis affects the body, the basics of the endocannabinoid receptor system and the body’s interaction with the cannabis plant.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the therapeutic uses of cannabis
- Clinical benefits, research summaries, and scientific applications of cannabis
- Discuss the emerging political and enforcement issues