Online Graduate Certificate in Medical Cannabis

Program Description

The Graduate Certificate in Medical Cannabis is a fully online and web-based
program. The certificate program will teach students about research and
development, analytical techniques, policy, and formulation in the medical
cannabis industry. The courses will deliver scientific insight on subjects
including natural products, phytochemistry, pharmacology, and toxicology.
• The certificate includes 12 hours of coursework offered fully online.
• All content is delivered asynchronously, with instructor access.
• Students select four courses to tailor the program to their
professional needs.
• After completing the certificate, students can apply for an online M.S.
degree in dietary supplements and medical cannabis, and all 12 hours of the
certificate can be applied toward the degree.

Minimum Total Credit Hours: 12
Program Start Dates
January, May, August (see program webpage or graduate application for specific
dates).
Application Deadline
Rolling admissions. The deadline to submit an application is one week prior to
the program start date.
Admission Requirements
• Applicants must hold a baccalaureate or graduate degree from an
accredited institution and intend to participate in courses leading to a
graduate certificate.
• At least 22 hours of coursework must be in the basic or applied
sciences. Work experience can substitute for coursework in sciences.
• In evaluating applications, the Admissions Committee takes into
consideration the applicant’s grades and rank in his or her undergraduate
degree. Additionally, the committee will review optional supporting documents
such as letters of recommendation, statement of interest, and professional and
personal accomplishments.
• International applicants whose primary language is not English and/or
who have completed their secondary or tertiary education primarily outside of
the U.S. must submit official scores from the list of acceptable tests found on
the University of Mississippi’s International Student and Scholar Services
listing of English language requirements.

Course Requirements
Certificate students will complete four courses, each 3 credit hours and 6
weeks in length. Students select four of five courses to tailor program to
their professional needs. There are no pre-requisites for any of the courses.

Curriculum