Cannabis Hospitality Specialist Certificate

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Rita and Navin Dimond Department of Hotel Management

About the Program

The Cannabis Hospitality Specialist Certificate is a comprehensive training program for entry-level professionals seeking to excel in the rapidly growing cannabis hospitality industry. The program focuses on developing the knowledge and skills necessary to provide exceptional service in cannabis-related businesses, including dispensaries, cannabis-infused product manufacturers, event spaces, and other hospitality-focused enterprises. Students will gain a thorough understanding of the various aspects of cannabis, legal requirements, and customer service best practices to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for consumers. The Cannabis Hospitality Specialist Certificate provides a strong foundation for working in cannabis hospitality operations.

General Certificate Requirements

Certificate requirements for the university can be found on the page below. All students seeking a certificate at the undergraduate level must follow these requirements in addition to the specifc requirements related to the certificate declared.

Requirements for Certificates

Program Requirements

This certificate is a total of 15 credits.
A minimum passing grade is a “C” for all courses within the certificate.

Required Courses: 15 credits

All courses within the Cannabis Hospitality Specialist Certificate Core are required. There are no electives and a minimum passing grade of C is required in each course.

HLDR 1200 - Cannabis 101 for Hospitality Credits: 3
HLDR 2200 - Quality Service Leadership Credits: 3
HLDR 2201 - Intoxication and Responsible Vending in Hospitality Credits: 3
HLDR 3950 - Product and Service Promotion for Hospitality Credits: 3
RST 2420 - Cannabis in the Kitchen Credits: 3

Summary of Requirements

Required Courses	15 credits
Total for the Cannabis Hospitality Specialist Certificate	15 credits