Certified Cannabis Dispensary Manager

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Hours: 75 Hours
Duration: 3 months
Level: Beginner
Average Completion: 3 Months
Language: English
Occupation: Cannabis Sales Representative
Enrolled: 11 Students

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Certified Cannabis Dispensary Manager

The Certified Cannabis Dispensary Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of a cannabis dispensary. This includes overseeing staff, customer service, product selection, inventory management, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. The Certified Cannabis Dispensary Manager is also responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for customers, employees, and the general public.

Responsibilities:

• Manage staff and customer relations, including hiring, training, and evaluating staff

• Monitor inventory levels and order products as needed

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations

• Develop and implement policies and procedures for the dispensary

• Provide customer service to ensure a positive experience for customers

• Maintain a safe and secure environment for customers, employees, and the general public

• Address customer complaints and resolve disputes

• Handle all financial transactions for customers

• Track sales and inventory levels

• Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote the dispensary

• Monitor and review sales data and performance reports

• Assist in creating promotional materials and campaigns

• Oversee the maintenance and upkeep of the dispensary premises

• Monitor and enforce security protocols

• Develop and implement security

3 months of Full Access
$29,630.00
2% Predicted 10-Years Job Growth

Is This the Right Career for You?

If you’re looking for a career as a certified cannabis dispensary manager, there are a few things you should consider. Firstly, you’ll need to meet the requirements for the position, which can vary by state. Generally, you’ll need to have a high school diploma or equivalent, have at least one year of experience in the cannabis industry, and pass a background check. Additionally, you may need to complete a certification program in order to become a certified dispensary manager. Once you’ve met the requirements, you’ll need to familiarize yourself with the laws and regulations governing the cannabis industry. This includes understanding the rules and regulations that govern the sale, cultivation, and transportation of cannabis products. You’ll also need to understand the different types of cannabis products, their uses, and how they are sold. As a certified cannabis dispensary manager, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the dispensary. This includes managing staff, ordering supplies, tracking inventory, and ensuring compliance with local and state regulations. You’ll also be responsible for maintaining relationships with vendors, clients, and customers.

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6 Reasons to Complete Your Certified Cannabis Dispensary Manager Training With Us

Flexibility

With our programs, you can learn and study at your own pace with access 24/7/365 for the duration of your program. This means you can learn on your own terms and work around your own schedule.

Support

Our online training comes with access to real, live support personnel that will help you through every step from our admissions adviser who will assist you with selecting the right training for you, to our student adviser who will be there with you during your entire training journey.

Relevancy

We have tailored our programs to provide comprehensive training in the technical and soft skills employers are looking for. With direct input and feedback from industry leaders and hiring managers, our program aligns with exactly what you need to successfully enter the workforce.

Certification

Our career training not only gives you the knowledge you need but preparation for the certification exams relevant to your desired career path. If you are pursuing an exciting new career in a field with a national certification, our program will both prepare you to sit for the exam but will often include a voucher for the exam cost.

Simulations and Case Studies

Our training programs have been developed with real learners and professionals in mind, so our programs incorporate real-world case studies and virtual simulations that will provide examples and interactions with real-life situations you may encounter during your career. These allow you to learn by experience with circumstances similar to what will be your daily responsibilities on the job.

Engaging and Interactive

Our training curriculum was developed with you in mind, looking at modern day learners and their needs. Our curriculum contains a mix of formats including reading, listening, watching, and interacting that will immerse you into a fun and engaging learning experience you will not only enjoy but not want to end.

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Program Description

This interactive learning course on dispensary management will give you all the information and tools you need to build a career as a Certified Cannabis Dispensary Manager (CCDM). The cannabis industry is growing at an exponential rate, which is why there is a serious need for skilled workers in almost every area.
For this reason, our certified cannabis dispensary manager course is focused on helping you become one of the best professionals possible. The course focuses on the following core areas:
• Understanding the endocannabinoid system and how CBD affects it
• The medicinal qualities of CBD and how it can be used for various disorders and diseases
• The proper storage methods as well as dosage quantities for CBD
• The different varieties and strains of cannabis
• Understanding of the cannabis industry, the legalization of CBD and the role of medical marijuana
• Learning how to fund, license, plan and start your own CBD shop
• Know about the relevant policies, legal laws as well as federal and state laws that apply
• Discover tax implications for cannabis businesses
The detailed course focuses on equipping you with not only the above mentioned information but also focus on soft skills, such as excellent customer support, communication and building lasting relationships. You can plan out your business from an idea and implement it with our course.

Anyone interested in the professional skills needed to manage a retail Cannabis dispensary.

After completing this course, you should be able to:
• Recall how cannabis works within the body
• Recognize how to dose and store medical cannabis
• Identify forms and varieties of medical cannabis
• Describe medicinal uses for medical cannabis
• Recall aspects of cannabis legalization and the cannabis market
• Recognize the basics of starting a business, such as creating a mission statement and business plan
• Identify how to obtain your cannabis business license
• Describe techniques for branding yourself and growing your cannabis business
• Recall aspects of cannabis consumerism, safety, and regulations
• Recognize characteristics of cultivation, manufacturing, production, and retail sale of cannabis
• Identify banking and financial implications
• Describe federal, state, local, and tax laws related to cannabis
Though this program is a self-paced program it is supported by an educational mentor. Educational mentors are subject matter experts who have years of experience in their field as well as the necessary educational training and credentials to work as an expert. The mentor is available to answer any questions a learner may have including questions on course content, course material, certifications, and even industry questions. Mentors also monitor the progress of learners to ensure training retention and program advancement. In eLearning, motivation is a key tool to success. Because of this, mentors provide encouraging comments, feedback, and coaching to motivate learners throughout the duration of the program to support completion and success!
This course generally takes students the full 3 months to complete.

Certified Cannabis Dispensary Manager FAQs

To request more information, you can contact us via online chat, our website contact form, or toll free at 1-855-201-6910.

Online courses are accessible 24/7/365 and self-paced, allowing you to progress at your own pace on your own schedule. They can be taken from anywhere in the world from the comfort of your own home. Classroom courses have a set schedule of the days and times the courses will be held, and you must attend during those specific times.

Find out if online learning is right for you by contacting our team of registration advisers. Our team is available to answer any of your questions about taking an online course before you commit to enrolling. We will walk you through what to expect to ensure you are making the right decision. You can contact a registration adviser today via online chat, our website contact form, or toll free at 1-855-201-6910.

No, you are not required to have a diploma or higher education degree to enroll in an online course. However, some occupations may require minimum educational thresholds for employment or certification. For more information on your desired career requirements, please contact us via online chat, our website contact form, or toll free at 1-855-201-6910.

To take an online course, you will need to have access to an internet connection and an internet ready device such as a laptop, PC, or tablet. For course specific requirements, please visit the course page or contact a registration adviser today.

Our courses are developed with multiple formats including text, audio, video, and interactivity. Our courses also include multiple resources and tools which can include flashcards, games, activities, and more.

No, you can take the online courses from anywhere in the world.

We participate in several financial assistance options including third party funding, both military and non-military. To request more information on the financial assistance options available and check your eligibility, contact us via online chat, our website contact form, or toll free at 1-855-201-6910.

Duration is the amount of time you will receive access to your course. Durations vary by course and range between 1 month and 12 months. If you complete your course before your duration ends you will continue to have access to your course until the duration period ends.

Many of our career training programs include certification vouchers. This means that at the successful completion of your course, at no additional charge, you will receive an exam voucher for the corresponding industry certification. This voucher will allow you to register and sit for the appropriate certification exam to obtain your industry credential.

Our online courses are open enrollment, so you can start immediately. If you are using any third-party funding to cover your course tuition, your start date may be a future date determined by your funding program.

Once enrolled, you will be assigned a client adviser who will provide you with customer and technical support. Your client adviser will supply you with your course access information, any needed materials, and be available to answer any questions you have during your training experience. They will regularly check-in with you to monitor your progress and assist you with staying on track. You will also be assigned to a course mentor who will provide curriculum support throughout your training. Your mentor is available to answer any questions you have on your course curriculum, will monitor your progress and understanding of the curriculum, and may give assignments or quizzes.

If you experience any trouble accessing your course including technical issues or lost login credentials, please contact your client adviser at helpdesk@worldeducation.net.

Our goal for students is to successfully complete their training course and achieve their career goals. We understand that extenuating circumstances can interfere with your ability to complete your course in the duration given. Because of this we have free or low-cost extensions available for our courses upon request. To discuss or request an extension please contact your client adviser at helpdesk@worldeducation.net.

Upon successful completion of your course and fulfillment of any outstanding financial obligations, you will receive your certificate of completion. Certificates are provided to you within 30 days of completion. Your certificate will validate the training course you completed with a stamp of completion.

Students that successfully complete our career training programs are assigned a career development adviser who will coordinate placement at a local externship or hands on opportunity. These opportunities are optional and may vary based on availability and occupation. Your career development adviser will also provide job search services such as: resume building, mock interviews, job opportunity resources, and more. Our professional enrichment courses do not come with a career adviser or career services.


Cannabis Pharmacy Module 1 - Cannabis as a Medicine
• The Cannabis Plant
• How Cannabis Works Within the Body
• Adverse Effects of Medical Cannabis
• Endocannabinoid System
• Phyto-cannabinoids and Terpenoids

Cannabis Pharmacy Module 2 - Using Medical Cannabis
• Dosage
• Storing Cannabis
• Forms of Cannabis
• Cannabis Contaminants
• Metabolizing Medical Cannabis

Cannabis Pharmacy Module 3 - Varieties of Medical Cannabis
• What Makes a Cannabis Variety?
• Name Games
• Strain Identification
• Selecting a Medical Cannabis Variety
• Modern Cannabis Varieties

Cannabis Pharmacy Module 4 - Medical Uses of Cannabis
• Diseases and Disorders
• Skin Disorders
• Cannabis and Pregnancy
• Cannabis and Preventive Medicine
• Cannabis Dependence and Withdrawal

Start Your Own Cannabis Business Module 1 - The Marijuana Industry
• THC and CBD
• The Current Legal Landscape
• Medical Marijuana
• Picking a Subsector
• Competition and Market Research

Start Your Own Cannabis Business Module 2 - Planning and Funding
• Mission Statement and Business Plan
• Financing
• Funding Alternatives
• Investors and Crowdfunding
• Attracting Capital

Start Your Own Cannabis Business Module 3 - Licensing and Setting Up Shop
• Cannabis License
• Building Your Team
• Branding Yourself
• Marketing and Public Relations
• Social Media

Start Your Own Cannabis Business Module 4 - Growing Your Business
• Planning Ahead
• Paying Taxes
• Compliance
• Becoming a Multilocation or Multistate • Company
• Raise More Money

Cannabis Laws and Policies Module 1 - Federal, State, and Local Laws
• Consumerism of Cannabis
• Supply and Demand
• Consumer Safety
• Consumer Problems
• Regulations at Every Level

Cannabis Laws and Policies Module 2 - Lobbying, Cultivation, Manufacturing, and Production
• Lobbying and Advocacy
• Requirements for Licensure
• Cannabis Agriculture
• Testing Labs
• Standards

Cannabis Laws and Policies Module 3 - Banking and Financial Implications
• Credit Crunch
• Investment
• Stocks and Public Companies
• State by State
• Nation by Nation

Cannabis Laws and Policies Module 4 - Taxation and the Future of Cannabis
• National Taxes
• Tax Models
• Media
• Congressional Action
• Future of Cannabis

All required reference materials are provided with this program. Technical requirements:

Internet Connection
• Broadband or High-Speed (DSL, Cable, Wireless)
Hardware Requirements
• Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
• Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended

Software Requirements
• Operating Systems - Windows 7, 8 or 10; Mac OS x 10 or higher
• Microsoft Office 2007, 2010 or 2013 or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
• Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
• Cookies MUST be enabled
• Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
• Adobe PDF Reader

Certification

The Certified Cannabis Dispensary Management (CCDM) certification exam prepares individuals for a career in the management of a cannabis dispensary. Managing a marijuana dispensary is similar to managing any other retail store: manage the staff, track inventory, and cultivate a clean, professional atmosphere, but the highly regulated nature of the product makes it a bit more complicated.

Status

World Ed Included

Description

Certification

Exam

CANNABIS DISPENSARY MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATION

Benefits

• Gives you an edge over other applicants when looking for cannabis dispensary manager positions.

• Provides you with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the cannabis industry.

• Helps you understand laws, regulations, and industry best practices.

• Develops your ability to recognize and respond to customer needs.

• Teaches you how to effectively manage inventory, staff, and operations.

• Enhances your understanding of cannabis products, their uses, and potential risks.

• Offers you potential opportunities for career advancement.

• Gives you the confidence to lead a dispensary team.


Features

• 100% Online, Self-Paced
• Open Enrollment
• Admissions and Student Support
• Multimedia Rich and Interactive Content
• Industry Certification Exam, when applicable
• Hands-on Opportunity Upon Completion