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If something is not covered here, ask. We would rather have the awkward conversation before you enrol than after.
01Do I need any prior experience to apply?+
No. The majority of our graduates arrive with no formal cultivation background at all. Year One is built to take someone from zero to competent, and the modules assume no prior knowledge. A science background is helpful, though not required, if you intend to take the Medical and Clinical Liaison track in Year Three.
02How much time does the programme actually take each week?+
Coursework runs continuously through each year and is designed to sit alongside work. Expect a meaningful weekly commitment rather than a casual one. On top of that you must attend a minimum of three in-person intensives per year, each of which runs over consecutive days at a licensed facility.
03Where are the in-person intensives held?+
In a working licensed facility. [Confirm location and add detail before launch.] Dates are published well in advance so you can plan travel. Travel and accommodation are not included in tuition.
04Is the qualification recognised or accredited?+
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05What does it cost, and are payment plans available?+
[Confirm tuition and instalment options.] Payment plans are available. Get in touch if funding is the main obstacle, as there may be options depending on your situation and market.
06Can I study from outside the UK?+
Yes. Coursework is delivered online and graduates are working across multiple markets. The constraint is the in-person intensives, which require travel a minimum of three times a year. Cannabis study is also subject to local law, so we confirm the position for your country during the interview.
07What happens if I have to pause partway through?+
Talk to us early. Life happens over three years, and deferral into a later cohort is usually possible for a module or a full year, depending on where you are in the programme.
08What is the difference between the four specialization tracks?+
Years One and Two are identical for everyone. In Year Three you choose one of four directions: Master Cultivator, Quality and Regulatory, Medical and Clinical, or Business and Venture. Each ends in a capstone in that discipline. The specializations page compares all four in detail.
09Do you help graduates find work?+
We make introductions into the facilities, pharmacies and brands we work with, and hiring managers in this industry frequently come to us directly when they need someone. We do not guarantee placement, and you should be sceptical of any programme that does.
10How big is each cohort?+
Deliberately small. In-person intensives only work at a size where every student gets hands-on time on the floor, which puts a hard ceiling on numbers. Applications close when the cohort fills.
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