Medical Cannabis Use/Research

Catalog description

This course will provide students with afoundational understanding of how cannabis can be utilized as treatment in the medical field as well as relevant modern topics in cannabis research. Students will learn about how the body reacts chemically to cannabis usage through both benefits and side effects. Legislation specifically regarding the usage of medical cannabis will be covered, and students will become familiar with safe and reliable medical cannabis practices. The course will also seek to address misinformation about cannabis, and students will explore the latest findings from industry experts and research programs in regards to proper cultivation, processing, and usage. The course will not only cover researched benefits, but disadvantageous effects, including misuse, addiction, and social consequences and cultural implications as well. Discussions about ethics in medical and non-medical cannabis usage will also be emphasized