Looking for a way to make a difference ? 

The topic of veterinary cannabis is new and evolving.  Both the veterinary and cannabis industries have questions about how to safely implement this plant medicine and the importance of harm reduction education for pet parents continues to grow.  If you are looking for a way to get involved and make a difference for these communities, apply to become a Veterinary Cannabis Counselor (VCC) and establish yourself as a source of scientific information, product safety evaluation, and administration guidance.
VETERINARY CANNABIS COUNSELOR (VCC) ​- $640 - Now Enrolling for Class!!
The role of a VCC is to support the veterinary team in the rapidly developing veterinary cannabis industry.  VCCs receive training in utilizing their medical background as veterinary technicians to create a cannabis administration plan that is safe for the animal, maximizes medicinal potential, and most important, is complementary to the veterinarian’s ongoing treatment protocols and recommendations. 

​VCCs can provide pet parents with accurate veterinary information while keeping the veterinary team fully informed of all changes in that pet’s medical treatment.  ​

​Is this certification right for you?
The following are essential characteristics in a Veterinary Cannabis Counselor:
  • Intellectual potential to implement scientific rigor into cannabis-related topics
  • Understanding of veterinary ethics & the scope of practice of a veterinarian
  • Ability to analyze and problem solve in this new veterinary cannabis industry
  • Communication skills & excellent rapport-building with pet parents
  • Communication skills & excellent rapport-building with the veterinary team
  • Professionalism in demeanor & all interactions
​Learn more here:

Upcoming Classes
Start Date: November 13, 2019 - FULL, Registration Closed
Webinar schedule (attendance at every webinar is required), occurs every week
  • 4-6pm MST - Nov 13, Nov 20, Nov 27, Dec 4, Dec 11, Dec 18 ​

NEW CURRICULUM START 
Start Date: January 7, 2020 (access to pre-course material available) - FULL, Registration Closed
Webinar schedule (attendance at every webinar is required), occurs every 2 weeks
  • 4-6pm MST (Tuesdays)- Jan 14, Jan 28, Feb 11, Feb 25, Mar 10, Mar 24 ​

Start Date: March 25, 2020 (access to pre-course material available) - Registration open
Webinar schedule (attendance at every webinar is required), occurs every 2 weeks
  • 5-7pm MST (Wednesdays) - Apr 1, Apr 15, Apr 29, May 13, May 27, Jun 10

The VCC Curriculum

12 weeks of guided learning, facilitated discussion groups & small group-size mentorship

View course syllabus HERE.
Module 1 - Introduction to the Endocannabinoid System     ​
  • Anatomy of the ECS
  • Cannabinoid Mechanism of Action
  • Terminology
Module 4 - Product Evaluation & Administration Guidance     
  • Lab test interpretation
  • Consumer protection issues
  • Administration guidance & monitoring
Module 2 - The Cannabis Plant, Legal Issues & Ethics  
  • Legal Issues & Advocacy
  • Harm Reduction Education​​
Module 5 - Clinical Applications & Case Studies     
  • Case-based discussion on clinical applications​​
  • Indications & cautions for cannabis therapy
Module 3 - The ECS within Body Systems        
  • The ECS & Cannabis Interactions within Specific Body Systems​
Module 6 - Medical Record-keeping & Business Resources     
  • Medical record guidance
  • Best business practices

Course Requirements
​Students will earn a Veterinary Cannabis Counselor (VCC) certification after successfully completing the following:
  1. Attend six 2-hour LIVE webinar sessions (attendance at every webinar is required), webinars occur every 2 weeks
  2. Participate in forum discussions throughout course
  3. Successfully pass a Written Evaluation (due within 30 days of completing webinars)
  4. Complete 6 Case Studies​​ (due within 6 months of completing classwork)​ ​​