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California Medical Cannabis Foundational Certification

$250.00

Above pricing is for a single seat purchase, see below for multi-seat pricing.

The California Medical Cannabis Foundational Certification consists of 12 educational modules designed to teach dispensary personnel and medical professionals about cannabis. Learn about the legal framework surrounding cannabis in California to US policy at large. Then, discover the fundamentals of the cannabis plant and learn about the Endocannabinoid System (ECS) and how cannabis works in our bodies. This course, which includes video explanations from medical experts and engaging infographics, will provide value to anyone wanting to better understand the science and utilization of cannabis.

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The California Medical Cannabis Foundational Certification consists of 11 educational modules designed to teach California cannabis professionals pertinent details that relate to their everyday work. The course begins by detailing the legality of cannabis at the state and federal level and what this means for cannabis professionals in California. Next, learn about the basics of the cannabis plant, the Endocannabinoid System, and how cannabinoid receptors work within our bodies. Additional modules cover important topics, including but not limited to: how to medicate with cannabis, inhalation versus ingestion, contraindications, and dosing considerations for specific illnesses.

This certification also includes video testimonials from scientists and medical experts, downloadable infographics, and additional visuals to support the written content. The education is followed by an exam, and upon passing, you will receive your official certification.Did you know?Healthcare professionals are permitted, by federal law, to talk to patients about medical marijuana, even in non-legal states. This is but one example of the wealth of information contained in MM411, Inc. certifications.

Medical Marijuana 411 is the global leader for medical cannabis education. Our community of physicians, patients, and researchers are committed to providing the very best online education platform based on peer reviewed research for those seeking education that is research based and unbiased.

The Advanced Learning Management System by Medical Marijuana 411 is a state-of-the-art educational platform that delivers a full array of online cannabis courses and medical marijuana certifications. We are certified by the states of Alaska, Washington, Utah, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Illinois, New Jersey and New York. Medical Marijuana 411 has approved medical certifications in: Japan, Mexico, Spain and South Africa.

If you are a dispensary, medical group, or company and interested in multi-seat pricing or a customized, white label course, please call 844.411.0500.

Module 1 – Legal Landscape

  • Overview of Cannabis Laws and Regulations
  • US Federal Primer/Outline
  • EU Legal Overview
  • Spain Legal Overview
  • Additional Considerations for Medical Professionals

Learner Objective:

Medical Professionals need to know the historical context of where research began, how marijuana has been historically utilized around the globe for various ailments and where we are today in marijuana research. Physicians need to know the current, correct, reliable legal information about the federal legality of marijuana use. In addition, physicians need to understand changes that are prompting future research into the use of medical marijuana.

Module  2 – California Legal Overview

Module  3 – History

  • Early History of Cannabis Use
  • Cannabis in the West
  • U.S. Prohibition
  • The Medical Implications of U.S. Prohibition
  • Medical Cannabis Today
  • Hemp vs Cannabis

Module 4 – The Discovery of the Endocannabinoid System

  • Discovering the Endocannabinoid System
  • The Endocannabinoid System: The Body’s Supercomputer
  • Why the Endocannabinoid System is Not Taught in Medical School

Module 5 – The Endocannabinoid System

  • The Endocannabinoid System (ECS)
  • How Cannabinoids Attach to Receptors
  • Endocannabinoids and Human Thriving Behavior

Learner Objective:

Medical Professionals need to know the importance of the Endocannabinoid System and how the study of the chemical composition of cannabis led to the discovery of the largest receptor system in the body. Physicians need to know how the Endocannabinoid System affects all systems of the body and how it is involved in many disease states.

Module 6 – One Plant, One Complex Chemical Factory

  • Minor Cannabinoids and Terpenes
  • The Entourage Effect & Tolerance / ECS Down Regulation
  • Botanical vs. Single Molecule Compounds & Cannabinoids and Opioids

Module 7 – Getting Cannabinoids into the Bloodstream

  • The Role of the Dispensary, Flower vs Concentrates & Extraction Methods
  • Inhalation: Smoking vs. Vaporization
  • Edibles, Oral Mucosal, Topicals and Suppositories

Module 7 – Patient Centered Dosing

  • Considerations Before Medicating with Cannabis
  • Relative Contraindications
  • Finding the Appropriate Dose

Module 8 – Laboratory Testing

  • How Testing Works
  • Contaminants: Pesticides, Fungi and Mold
  • How to Interpret a Test

Learner Objective:

Medical Professionals need to know the difference between each of the major and minor cannabinoids and how these different compounds provide different effects on the Endocannabinoid receptors.

Module 9 – Clinical Practice

  • Anxiety Disorders, Cancer and Epilepsy
  • Gastrointestinal Disorders, Sleep Disorders and Migraine Headaches
  • Neurodegenerative Disorders, Pain and Post Traumatic Stress Disorders

Learner Objective:

Medical Professionals need to know the latest in research regarding the uses of cannabinoids and their effects on the symptoms of ailments such as anxiety, chronic pain, epilepsy, gastrointestinal disorders, neurodegenerative illnesses, post-traumatic stress and migraines. Assess pros and cons of cannabinoids and their effects on the symptoms of ailments such as anxiety, chronic pain, epilepsy, gastrointestinal disorders, neurodegenerative illnesses, post-traumatic stress and migraines.

Module 10 – Cannabis and Opioids

  • Pain Management Today
  • Cannabis and Opioids: The Good News
  • Cannabis and NSAIDS: More Good News

Module 11 – Medical Myths and Facts

  • Gateway Theory, Addiction and Brain Function
  • Impaired Motivation, Memory and Mental State
  • Lung Damage, Usage Patterns and Overall Danger

Learner Objective

Medical Professionals need to know the current research studies about the pros and cons of using cannabinoids in the treatment of the symptoms of chronic pain. The knowledge of these studies will aid physicians in determining if medical marijuana is an option in a patient’s treatment plan for chronic pain management.  Evaluate the current research studies regarding opioids versus cannabinoids in the treatment of the symptoms of chronic pain.

In states where marijuana has been legalized, patients may not disclose their use habits to their physician which can impact accurate treatment. Discuss side effects and contraindications of medicinal cannabis and safety concerns with its use. Identify signs of abuse, misuse and chronic effects of marijuana use.

California – Cannabis Legal Overview

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With over 800+ current, peer reviewed citations, Medical Marijuana 411 is proud to be the global leader in online medical marijuana education for patients, medical professionals and dispensary consultants.

Cited Experts

Additional videos from leading cited experts, scientists and physicians, and downloadable graphics are part of this certification. Here is a partial list of the scientists, researchers, educators and lawyers whose work is cited within the Medical Marijuana 411 certifications.

Our goal of creating the most current content for this cannabis certification course was obtained by using peer-reviewed research from industry experts. All citations utilized in this course meet standard guidelines and are part of the public domain. Experts listed below are not affiliated with Medical Marijuana 411 and no endorsement or authorization should be inferred by their inclusion on our website. Medical Marijuana 411 has included links to each expert to ensure credit is given for their research, legal and scientific studies under the guidelines of “Fair Use.”