Certification Course Pre-requisites
Become cannabis-knowledgable.
Veterinary Cannabis Counselor (VCC) Track
credentialed & non-credentialed veterinary technicians
Age: 21+ years of age at the start of class
Language fluency: English (we are able to support with mentorship in multiple language, however, the recorded lectures, written coursework, and main language for classroom discussions is English)
Education & Experience: either of the following
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Credentialed veterinary technician with 2 years of clinical experience
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Non-credentialed veterinary technician with 5 years of clinical experience
Clinical Recommendation:
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Signed letters of recommendation from two veterinarians (download the instruction letter HERE)
Application submission also includes a current resume and headshot.
Graduates receive a Veterinary Cannabis Counselor (VCC) certification which requires renewal every 2 years.
Veterinary Cannabis Guide (VCG) Track
non-medical or non-veterinary professionals
Age: 21+ years of age at the start of class
Language fluency: English (we are able to support with mentorship in multiple language, however, the recorded lectures, written coursework, and main language for classroom discussions is English)
Education & Experience: not sure if your background and experience qualify - reach out by email.
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Associate or higher educational degree with a biology emphasis
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5 years of animal-related professional experience
Clinical Recommendation:
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Signed letters of recommendation from two professionals, one of which is a veterinary professional (veterinarian, clinic manager, groomer, trainer, etc.) (download the instruction letter HERE)
Application submission also includes a current resume and headshot.
Graduates receive a Veterinary Cannabis Guide (VCG) certification. There is no renewal required.
Cannabis-knowledgable Veterinarian Track
veterinarians
Age: 21+ years of age at the start of class
Language fluency: English (we are able to support with mentorship in multiple language, however, the recorded lectures, written coursework, and main language for classroom discussions is English)
Education & Experience:
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Licensed or registered to practice as a veterinarian
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Submit at least a 500 word description of current veterinary practice
Application submission also includes a current resume and headshot.
Graduates receive a completion certificate.