The Budtender's Guide A Comprehensive Resource on Cannabis Use, Products, and EffectsThe Budtender's GuideDiscover the Ultimate Resource for Budtenders and Cannabis Consumers: The Budtender's Guide! Are you struggling to keep up with the rapidly evolving world of...
Trusted Leaders InWorkforce DevelopmentRetain employees, increase your yields, and build your bottom line with our managed employee training programs Why Should My Employees Be Certified? Having trained employees with credentials shows you are serious about...
Admissions80,000 Students & Alumni WorldwidePayment Plans An Oaksterdam education is more accessible than ever before. Our financial aid options make it easy to get started right away.Split your tuition between four interest-free equal payments over six weeks....
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As communities across the country build equity programs into cannabis law, Oaksterdam Alumni Perry Jones shines as a beacon of success.
Perry has gone through San Francisco’s Cannabis Equity Program and is well on his way to opening a dispensary in his community.
To bring his business to life, he has partnered with MMD Incorporated, a leader in providing safe, legal cannabis to customers through four retail dispensaries in Los Angeles. Their partnership will bring MMD’s first storefront to Northern California, with Jones as Co-Owner and CEO.
County of Monterey Cannabis Equity ProgramOaksterdam University (OU) has been contracted by the County’s Growing Equity Together (GET) Program to provide workforce development guidance. An OU education will help you thrive. Our programs are suitable for legacy...
Dale Sky Jones and Jeff Jones have been referred to as the “First Couple of Cannabis.” Dale is the Executive Chancellor of Oaksterdam University and Jeff is on OU’s Horticulture Faculty.
Recently, Mr. and Mrs. Jones did an extensive Q&A in Grow Magazine with Writer and Cultivator A.C. Moon. They talked about everything from their first interactions with the plant to where they see the future of the industry. They also discussed whether cannabis makes them better parents, PTSD from persecution, and policies they’d like to see enacted at the federal level along with much, much more …
CANNABIS EXTRACTION & MANUFACTURING Self-Paced CourseUnlock the Secrets of Extraction and ManufacturingThe market for cannabis edibles, beverages, topicals, and other specialty products is growing, creating a high demand for professionals with extraction,...
Adult-use cannabis is a massive market that will continue to grow over the next decade. The industry's growth means more job opportunities and career paths for individuals ready to fill those roles. One of the best ways to prepare for a job in the cannabis industry is...
The history of the modern dispensary and much of its associated terminology can be traced to the Bay Area, where a group of advocates began to openly distribute medical marijuana in the late 1980s.
At that time, Dennis Peron and “Brownie Mary” Jane Rathbun made national headlines by openly providing cannabis to AIDS patients in San Francisco. A young Jeff Jones saw them on CNN from his home in South Dakota and was inspired to move west to be a part of it.
Read more about the movement in this excerpt from The Budtender’s Guide, Oaksterdam’s new book for dispendary professionals and cannabis consumers.
With adult use cannabis now legal in 21 states plus Washington, D.C., it’s high time to visit Oaksterdam University. So says an article that appeared in Thrillist on Jan. 6, 2023.
The article shares all the details on OU, from classes to price points and more.
In addition, it features two of our esteemed alumni, Tahir Johnson, who hosts the podcast the Cannabis Diversity Report and is set to open a dispensary Simply Pure Trenton in the spring, and Alphonso “Tucky” Blunt, Jr., owner of dispensary Blunts & Moore.
This past year, Oaksterdam University marked a huge milestone: our 15th anniversary! We’re proud to be America’s first cannabis college, still going strong, and fresher than ever. As we wrap up 2022, we want to share some of your alma mater’s achievements. Kick back and read on for our hit list from the past year.
For more and more Americans, cannabis is becoming a beloved part of holiday celebrations. Whether serving infused treats, sharing cannabis with friends and family after a big dinner, or giving cannabis-themed gifts, cannabis can enrich the holiday season. ...
Business Class DescriptionsThis course is an overview of state and federal cannabis laws, public policies, rules, and regulations. The course covers federal laws prohibiting cannabis and the risks of breaking those laws, including mandatory minimum prison sentences,...
Oaksterdam University has partnered with Homegrown Cannabis Co. to offer free cannabis seeds with the purchase of select Oaksterdam courses. Through this unique collaboration, when you sign up for Horticulture courses at Oaksterdam, you’ll get a seed pack delivered right to your door so you can grow as you go!
Prepare for success and growth in the cannabis industry. Understand the nuances and special considerations that are unique to cannabis businesses. Learn what it takes to launch a cannabis business and manage its day-to-day operation. Starting with a comprehensive look at the history, policies, and science around cannabis, you’ll get the foundational knowledge you need to create quality cannabis products and develop an effective business model.
Meet with your instructors and classmates from around the world twice a week for 8 weeks via video conference to learn the most cutting-edge information available in the industry. Interact with your peers and have your questions answered in real-time. You’ll get the knowledge, connections, and certification, in an accelerated environment, to start your career in the exciting world of cannabis.
The new year brings a new opportunity to develop your skills. Oaksterdam University’s Business of Cannabis Semester begins Jan. 9, 2023 and is enrolling now. The live course features a capstone project that has students create a business plan lite with guidance and feedback from our expert faculty. We only offer this program once a year, and seats are filling fast.
In 2021, America’s legal cannabis industry added 107,000 jobs, or an average of 280 new jobs daily. It was the fifth year of job growth at 27% or more — the highest industry rate in the nation.
Jobs are available in cannabis businesses, classified as plant-touching, or ancillary businesses, which provide services or products that support the cannabis industry without directly touching the plant.
Oaksterdam University, America’s premier cannabis college, and GrowGeneration, the largest hydroponics supplier in the country, are thrilled to announce their brand new industry educational partnership. The partnership will ensure that GrowGen staff members — known as GrowPros — are educated in all facets of cannabis horticulture, so they can empower customers to successfully grow cannabis and increase their yields.
Cannabis jobs are on the rise, and more and more people are looking for employment in this exciting emerging industry. Finding the right cannabis career for your skill set and interests can be challenging, especially without support. You might need classes,...
Careers in cannabis are growing. People at all career stages are entering the field and pursuing cannabis education. When choosing a cannabis college or educational path, consider your career goals and the school’s offerings when evaluating which program is right for...