By Blake Jackson
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville has announced the launch of a new set of online Cannabis Career Certificate programs, created in collaboration with Green Flower, a national leader in cannabis training and workforce development.
These programs feature insights from more than 50 experts across the cannabis field and offer refreshed course content, affordable pricing, and strong career resources through Green Flower’s Cannabis Career Resource Center. The goal is to prepare individuals to begin or advance their careers in the expanding cannabis sector.
“These new Cannabis Career Certificates are built to match exactly what employers are hiring for in each sector of the cannabis industry,” said Max Simon, CEO and founder of Green Flower.
“UW-Platteville and Green Flower share a mission to prepare students for the needs of today’s workforce through innovative, industry-aligned education,” added Erin Withrow, Continuing Education Institute manager. “This partnership reflects our commitment to lifelong learning, forward-thinking values and responsible practices focused not on cannabis use, but on closing the skills gap in a regulated and growing industry.”
Six Career-Focused Certificates
The suite includes six programs tailored to the most in-demand roles within the cannabis industry:
- Cannabis Associate Certificate (8 weeks, $850) - Offers a broad introduction to cannabis policy, plant science, compliance, and industry sectors.
- Cannabis Cultivation Specialist (16 weeks, $2,200) - Prepares students for cultivation roles in indoor, outdoor, and greenhouse settings.
- Cannabis Product Development Specialist (16 weeks, $2,200) - Covers the development of products such as concentrates, edibles, beverages, and topicals.
- Cannabis Retail and Sales Specialist (16 weeks, $2,200) - Builds knowledge in product fundamentals, sales techniques, and dispensary operations.
- Cannabis Compliance Specialist (16 weeks, $2,200) - Trains students to oversee regulatory compliance across production and retail segments.
- Medical Cannabis Specialist (16 weeks, $2,200) - Prepares students to support safe, effective patient care in clinics, dispensaries, and related environments.
Cannabis Career Resource Center
Each enrollee receives access to career-building tools including resume assistance, interview preparation, leadership materials, direct employer connections, and a private LinkedIn community for networking.
The first cohort begins Jan. 13, 2026, with additional start dates every eight weeks. To learn more or register, visit greenflower.uwplatt.edu.
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