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Ground Level

Cannabis Foundations

Your comprehensive introduction to the world of cannabis. Twelve monthly modules covering science, history, safety, legal landscape, and wellness — everything you need to make informed decisions and earn your Ground Level Cannabis Certificate.

Months

Modules

Total Hours

Certificate

What You'll Achieve

Understand how cannabis works in the body
Make informed, safe decisions about cannabis use
Earn the Ground Level Cannabis Certificate

Curriculum

Month 1

What Is Cannabis?

Cannabis science basics, cannabinoids, terpenes

1.5 hrs

Cannabis plant biologyCannabinoids overview (THC, CBD, CBN, CBG)Terpene introductionIndica vs Sativa vs Chemotypes

Month 2

Cannabis History & Culture

Ancient origins to Caribbean Rastafari to modern era

1.5 hrs

Ancient cannabis useRastafari and Caribbean traditionsProhibition historyModern legalization movement

Month 3

Strains, Types & Consumption

Chemotypes, consumption methods

1.5 hrs

Indica/Sativa/Hybrid vs chemotype classificationSmoking, vaping, edibles, topicals, tincturesOnset times and durationChoosing the right method

Month 4

The Endocannabinoid System

CB1/CB2 receptors, anandamide, THC/CBD interaction

1.5 hrs

CB1 and CB2 receptorsAnandamide and 2-AGHow THC and CBD interact with your bodyEndocannabinoid tone

Month 5

Dosing & Safe Use

Start low go slow, onset times, harm reduction

1.5 hrs

Start low, go slow principleDosing by methodHarm reduction strategiesWhen to seek help

Month 6

Deep Dive: Cannabinoids

CBG, CBC, THCV, Delta-8, THCA, CBDA, entourage effect

1.5 hrs

Minor cannabinoids explainedThe entourage effectCannabinoid synergiesReading lab results

Month 7

Concentrates & Extracts

Hash, wax, shatter, live resin, rosin

1.5 hrs

Extract types and potenciesSolvent vs solventlessConsumption methods for concentratesSafety considerations

Month 8

Terpene Science

Monoterpenes, sesquiterpenes, major terpenes

1.5 hrs

Monoterpenes vs sesquiterpenesLimonene, myrcene, linalool, pinene profilesTerpene-effect correlationsTerpene preservation

Month 9

Cannabis & The Law

Legal ages, possession limits, Caribbean laws

1.5 hrs

Grenada Cannabis Industry ActCaribbean legal patchworkPossession limits and penaltiesYour rights and responsibilities

Month 10

Myths vs Facts

Evidence-based myth debunking

1.5 hrs

Gateway drug theory (debunked)Brain cell claimsAddiction vs dependencyCannabis and driving

Month 11

Cannabis & Wellness

Sleep, pain, anxiety, quality products

1.5 hrs

Cannabis for sleepPain management approachesAnxiety — when it helps, when it doesn'tChoosing quality products

Month 12

Review & Certification Prep

Comprehensive review and assessment

1.5 hrs

12-month knowledge reviewPractice assessmentCertification examGround Level Certificate award

Career Pathways

Consumer/Enthusiast — understand cannabis with confidence

Certificate

Ground Level Cannabis Certificate

After 12 months: Ground Level — Continued Education — continued access to updated content and community.

$10/mo

$8/mo for founding members

Founding member pricing applied automatically

Details

Bevon Findley

12 months · 18 hours total

Ground Level Cannabis Certificate

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