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 Medical Cannabis
History of Medical Cannabis
This course is part of Medical Cannabis: The Health Effects of THC and CBD Specialization
Instructor: Kent Hutchison
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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
- Medication Administration
- Pharmaceuticals
- Medical Science and Research
- Biology
- Pharmacology
- Epidemiology
- Mental and Behavioral Health
- Substance Abuse
- Research Design
- Science and Research
- Clinical Research
- Clinical Trials
- Public Health and Disease Prevention
- Public Health
- Healthcare Industry Knowledge
- Public Policies
- Health Policy
- Research
- Law, Regulation, and Compliance
- Risk Analysis
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Reviewed on Aug 14, 2023
Very insightful course, which in my case, helps me to pave the way for higher level courses that can equip me with valuable knowledge on medical cannabis.
Reviewed on Jun 14, 2020
Wow! I'm overwhelmed by how much information there was. This course has been ridiculously educational and I've learned so much.
Reviewed on Jul 7, 2020
I really enjoyed the course, I've taken a few cannabis courses and this was by far the best one yet
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