Your Path to a Career in Cannabis Cultivation

16-week online certificate program that makes you job-ready for roles throughout the cannabis cultivation sector
Save $300 when you pay in full or start for as low as $76.26 /mo withAffirm

What you'll learn

Your Learning Journey

The cannabis curriculum employers trust, outlined week by week.

8 Weeks

Cannabis Associate Certificate

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Week 1

Cannabis Policy Today

Understand federal vs. state laws, compliance needs, and the real barriers businesses face.

Week 2

The Cannabis Plant

Learn cannabinoids, terpenes, and how different products create different effects.

Week 3

Supply Chain Overview

Explore cultivation, manufacturing, distribution, retail, labs, and where the jobs are.

Week 4

Growing Cannabis

See how cultivation works from seed/clone to harvest, across indoor, outdoor, and greenhouse methods.

Week 5

Extraction & Manufacturing

Discover how concentrates, edibles, and topicals are made, packaged, and regulated.

Week 6

Sales & Marketing

Learn about marketing and selling to consumers and cannabis businesses.

Week 7

Compliance Essentials

Understand how cannabis compliance really works, spot risks, and ensure excellence.

Week 8

Final Exam

Get ready to earn your certificate!

8 Weeks

Cannabis Cultivation Certificate

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Week 9

Cannabis Botany

Deep dive into anatomy, lifecycle, genetics, and environmental influences.

Week 10

Cannabis vs. Hemp

Compare plant morphology, regulations, and market opportunities.

Week 11

Growing Phases

Follow cannabis from seed to harvest with training, pruning, and harvest timing.

Week 12

Light, Soil, Water, Air

Master environmental controls, substrates, irrigation, and sustainability.

Week 13

Harvest & Curing

Learn techniques for drying, curing, and maintaining product quality.

Week 14

Breeding & Cloning

Explore genetics, phenohunting, pollen management, and cloning methods.

Week 15

Pests & Disease

Apply Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and use data/technology for prevention.

Week 16

Business of Cultivation

Study facility types, budgets, compliance, supply chains, and workforce structure.

Learn From Top Industry Leaders

Gain real-world insights and deep cultivation knowledge to prepare you for today’s in-demand jobs.

Colin Clark

Owner & Head Grower
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Kevin Brooks

CEO
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Joyce Cenali

COO
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Eric Culberson

Owner & Chief Horticulturist
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Brendan Delaney

Partner & COO
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Jared Reynbery

Senior Director of Breeding
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Wendy Kornberg

CEO & President
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Who Takes This Program

The Cannabis Career Resource Center

Unlock exclusive access to an online hub designed to advance your cannabis career. Available to you the moment you complete your Certificate.

Continuing Education For Each Stage Of Your Career

Guidance to land your next cannabis job

Improve your management and leadership skills

Strategies to launch your cannabis business

Employer
Connections

Find cannabis employers who are actively hiring

Boost your profile on CareersInCannabis.com

Access the cannabis hiring landscape

Exclusive
LinkedIn
Community

Connect with fellow graduates

Make industry connections

Find out about news, events, and opportunities

Success Stories

Real Results from Real Students

This depth of information greatly enhanced my understanding of the essentials for cultivating and producing high-quality cannabis.

Casey Sorensen

Graduate

Entering the industry now feels like a real possibility, and I’m eager to take the next step.

 

Isayas Johnson

Graduate

I’ve never felt more ready and eager to venture into the cultivation side of the industry

 

Naashar Leake

Graduate

What Employers Say

This shows more than “I love cannabis.” It shows you understand how the industry really works and have the education to contribute right away.

Kevin Brooks

CEO

The cannabis industry is tough. Completing a program like this shows real dedication and speaks volumes about a person’s commitment.

 

Joyce Cenali

COO

If someone’s completed a Cannabis Career Certificate, I know they already have the fundamentals needed to succeed in this industry.

 

Eric Culberson

Chief Horticulturist

Earn a Certificate That Opens Doors

Your Syracuse University cannabis certificate is proof of your expertise.

"Before I earned my digital badge, I was sending out resumes and wasn’t getting any replies. The minute that I put my badge on my resume, I applied for 5 different jobs and I got responses the same day!"
Jonathan D.
Graduate

Five Additional Bonus Courses

Yours free when you enroll today.

Why Start Now?

Industry Growth

The legal cannabis industry is projected to grow to a $56 billion dollar market by 2028.

Faster Career Launch

The sooner you start, the sooner you can step into your next role.

High Demand for Skills

Employers are actively seeking candidates with verified cannabis knowledge and credentials.

State Legalization Wave

More states are legalizing cannabis, creating new opportunities nationwide

Next Cohort Starts Soon

Seats fill quickly — secure yours today.

Rising Salaries

Cannabis professionals earn 15-30% more than other sectors.

First-Mover Advantage

Position yourself ahead of the competition as the industry continues to professionalize.

Career Growth

Once you’re inside the industry, there’s so much opportunity for you to develop and grow.

Choose the Payment Option That Works for You

Pay in Full

$ $1,900
  • Original Price : $2,200
  • You Save : $300
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5 Monthly Payments

$ 440
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  • Total Price : $2,200
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Affirm Payment Plan

as low as $ 76
26 /Mo
  • Total Price : $2,200
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*You MUST be 18 years or older to enroll in any of our cannabis certificate programs. By submitting this form you acknowledge you have read and agree to the program policies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about our cannabis certificate program

Yes. Anyone 18 or older can enroll — no prior cultivation or cannabis experience is required. This program is designed for people who want to start a hands-on career in cannabis cultivation, grow their professional skills, or eventually manage or own a grow operation.

Yes, you can take more than one speciality course at once, or you can take them back to back. You only need to complete the Associate’s course once.

To pass the course, you must pass the final exam with a score of 70% or higher by the end of the 8 week sessions.

This program prepares you for roles throughout the cannabis cultivation sector, including Grow Assistant, Cultivation Technician, Propagation Specialist, or Cultivation Manager. It will help you stand out with verifiable skills, and demonstrate to hiring managers you’re serious, committed, and qualified to work in cannabis today.

Employers view this program as a mark of credibility and professionalism. It shows that you understand regulated cannabis cultivation practices, can operate safely and efficiently, and are ready to contribute from day one.

Yes. You’ll learn the life cycle of the plant from seed to harvest, the art of cloning and pheno-hunting, how to optimize the curing process, and an overview of the business of cultivation. This knowledge will enable you to go after higher level roles in the cultivation sector. 

Tuition is $2,200, or you can pay in full for $1,900 (saving you $300). Monthly payment plans are available, or apply for low-payment financing through Affirm.

Yes. You can choose from several flexible payment options at checkout, including pay in full for a discounted rate, monthly installments or low-payment financing through Affirm. The process is quick, fully online, and approval decisions happen instantly.

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Expect to spend 4–6 hours per week completing e-learning modules, reviewing additional videos and readings, participating in online discussions and completing optional learning exercises. As an online program, you can study at your own pace and on your own schedule, as long as you complete the final exam within the eight weeks of the course.

You’ll have an instructor available for questions and guidance, plus access to a student community for peer discussion. Upon completion, you’ll also gain access to a private LinkedIn group for ongoing networking and job opportunities.

You’ll get to learn from cultivators, scientists, and facility operators who are actively working on the front lines of the cannabis industry every day. Their real-world experience brings the subject matter to life.

Green Flower partners with universities and colleges to deliver trusted, career-focused cannabis education programs that meet employer expectations. Green Flower programs have become the industry standard in cannabis career training.

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Your Fastest Path to a Career in Cannabis

8-week online Certificate program that equips you with the knowledge and skills cannabis employers want across cultivation, manufacturing, retail, and more.

Save $300 when you pay in full or start for as low as $76.72/mo withAffirm

100% Online Cannabis
Cultivation Specialist Certificate

Complete Program Tuition

$ 2200

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