Provided by
Kalamazoo Valley Community College (KVCC)
The cannabis industry is creating thousands of exciting career opportunities yet a significant shortage of qualified professionals exists. Now you can gain the job skills you need to succeed in this fast-evolving industry.
As the cannabis industry expands, the demand for skilled and credible professionals expands with it. Becoming an expert in this field means learning from the pioneers who are taking the industry into the mainstream. Our programs develop focused, in-depth knowledge for various roles in the cannabis industry.
Quick Facts
Type
Sub-Associate Certificate or Credential Program
Length
27 weeks
Format
Virtual
Location
Virtual
Career Field(s)
Next Start Date
09/01/2026
Next deadline
08/14/2026
Am I Eligible For This Program
Who might this program serve uniquely well?
Promise Scholars
How Much Will I Earn Or Spend
Program Financial Information
Tuition and Fees (Without Financial Aid)
$2,700.00
Percentage of Costs Typically Covered by Financial Aid
0%
Qualification for Financial Aid
Application
Financial Aid
Promise Eligible
Paid Program?
No
Program Free?
No
Where Is This Program Located
Address
Location Information
Location Type
Virtual
Neighborhood
Virtual
What Other Resources Does This Program Offer
None
What Could This Training Lead To?
Credentials
Industry-Recognized Certificate or Certification
Cannabis Extraction and Product Development Specialist Certificate
Industry-Recognized Certificate or Certification
Cannabis Cultivation Specialist Certificate Certificate
Industry-Recognized Certificate or Certification
Cannabis Cultivation Specialist Certificate
Job Titles
Dispensary Agent
Cannabis Retail Professional
When And How Can I Start?
Application Instructions
Fill out an online application to enroll at Kalamazoo Valley Community College (KVCC) as a Non-Degree Seeking Student. You can then enroll in the classes online and follow the instructions here: https://cannabis.kvcc.edu/. Promise Scholars, please contact Moises Hernandez, Career Specialist, at mhernandez@kalamazoopromise.com for the registration code.
Admissions
Rolling Admissions? Yes
Contact
Kate Miller
Director of Career and Continuing Education
kmiller1@kvcc.edu