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What you'll learn

Learn about the basic pharmacology of cannabis and how cannabinoids effect the body.

Learn about the history of cannabis cultivation and legality.

Learn about the barriers and approaches to cannabis research.

Learn about the epidemiological data on cannabis use in terms of cognition, education, and behavior.

Skills you'll gain

Public Policies

Public Health

Pharmaceuticals

Risk Analysis

Research

Healthcare Industry Knowledge

Epidemiology

Patient Safety

Legal Research

Medical Prescription

Biology

Mental and Behavioral Health

Health Policy

Law, Regulation, and Compliance

Pharmacology

Medication Administration

Regulation and Legal Compliance

Clinical Research

Research Methodologies

There are 4 modules in this course

This History of Medical Cannabis course is designed to have you think critically about past, present, and future research on the health effects of cannabis by developing a more nuanced understanding of the barriers to research as well as different approaches to research. You will learn about the history of cannabis cultivation, the legal history of cannabis or "marijuana", and the obstacles that led to the lack of science on its medicinal use. You will also learn how to critically evaluate research on the effects of cannabis and discuss the associated risks of using cannabis in the context of public health and epidemiological research. Finally, you will learn about how to administer cannabis products in ways that minimize risk and maximize any potential benefits. Obtaining this knowledge will be helpful in terms of informing public policy, public health, and personal decisions regarding the use of cannabis products.

History of Cannabis

Barriers to Research and How to Evaluate Research

Risks Associated with Cannabis Use