Cannabis education studies
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- Honor Jackson,Program Coordinator
- phone 971-722-5083
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Recognizing the growing need for educated workers in the industry, PCC has partnered with Green Flower, the leader in cannabis industry education, to offer these in-demand training programs. Our Cannabis Career trainings prepare you for in-demand roles across the cannabis industry, with specialization tracks in cultivation, product development, medical cannabis, compliance, and retail and sales. Each online program blends expert instruction, interactive coursework, industry-recognized credentials, and career support to help you launch or accelerate your cannabis career today.
Registration is open and classes begin every other month starting in January 2026.
Course and registration information
Cannabis Associate Specialist
A foundational course to help you understand how the cannabis industry really works, covering cannabis policy, plant science, industry sectors, and compliance essentials. This program makes you job-ready for entry-level roles across the industry in just 8 weeks. (8 weeks, $850)
Register for the Associate Specialist course
Cannabis Cultivation Specialist
Cannabis cultivation is one of the industry’s fastest-growing sectors, and this program prepares you for jobs across indoor, outdoor, and greenhouse environments. You’ll master essential skills like plant care, nutrient management, integrated pest management (IPM), harvesting, and more, giving you the knowledge and skills that cultivation companies are hiring for right now. (16 weeks, $2,200)
Register for the Cultivation Specialist course
Cannabis Product Development Specialist
Learn how cannabis products are made, including concentrates, edibles, beverages, topicals, and more. This program prepares you for real jobs in extraction, formulation, and production, equipping you to succeed in one of the fastest-growing and most innovative sectors of the industry today. (16 weeks, $2,200)
Register for the Product Development Specialist course
Cannabis Retail & Sales Specialist
Cannabis retail and sales professionals are in constant demand, as dispensaries and brands need people who are well-trained and understand the legal market. This program builds your expertise in cannabis product knowledge, sales strategy, retail operations, and compliance, equipping you to succeed in both dispensary roles and brand sales. (16 weeks, $2,200)
Register for the Retail & Sales Specialist course
Cannabis Compliance Specialist
Cannabis compliance professionals are in high demand, because every licensed operation faces significant regulatory requirements, and there aren’t enough people with the expertise to manage them. This program prepares you to handle compliance across cultivation, retail, and manufacturing. (16 weeks, $2,200)
Register for the Compliance Specialist course
Medical Cannabis Specialist
Medical cannabis expertise is in growing demand, yet few professionals are trained to handle its therapeutic applications responsibly. This program gives you the specialized knowledge needed to provide trusted support in clinics, dispensaries, and other patient care settings. (16 weeks, $2,200)