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1. 1. Cannabis Training University

- Cannabis Training University (CTU)** is an online educational institution established in 2009 that offers a range of online cannabis courses. The university aims to provide comprehensive cannabis training for various roles in the cannabis industry, ranging from how to grow cannabis to how to open a cannabis business or get a job in the booming cannabis industry.

1. 1. 1. History

Founded in 2009, CTU was one of the first institutions to offer dedicated cannabis education online. The university was established with the objective of providing comprehensive and accessible education about cannabis and its myriad uses. Over the years, Cannabis Training University has evolved to include online courses that are in line with the changing legal landscape and industry practices related to cannabis.

1. 1. 1. Courses and Curriculum

Cannabis Training University offers a wide array of courses covering different aspects of the cannabis industry. These courses include, but are not limited to, cannabis cultivation, cannabis law, medical marijuana, cannabis business, cannabis extraction methods, budtending, how to open a dispensary, and cooking with cannabis. The online curriculum is designed to cater to various interests, whether students are looking to enter the cannabis industry professionally or pursue cannabis cultivation or other uses as a hobby.

1. 1. 1. Accreditation

CTU, as an educational institution specializing in cannabis, operates within a unique regulatory framework. Cannabis Training University is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard. IACET is recognized internationally as a standard development organization and accrediting body that promotes quality continuing education and training[^1^]. To receive ANSI/IACET accreditation, training companies must submit a thorough application and pass an in-depth audit that examines 9 internationally recognized training standards. After a company receives accreditation, they must show that they maintain these standards through an annual self-audit as well as an on-site external audit every five years[^1^].

1. 1. 1. Online Format

The university utilizes an online format to deliver its cannabis courses, making cannabis education accessible to a broader audience globally. This format includes a mix of written content, video lectures, and interactive quizzes, designed to cater to various learning styles. Students can take the online cannabis courses from anywhere, anytime, and on any device, even cell phones and tablets.

1. 1. 1. Leadership

Cannabis Training University was formed in 2009 by Jeffrey Zorn, CEO and sole owner. Mr. Zorn also owns a second cannabis school named Online Cannabis Education (OCE), which sells cannabis courses through 2- and 4-year college curriculums.

1. 1. 1. Social Media Following

Cannabis Training University has garnered a large following online from users around the world. As of the current date, the Cannabis Training University Facebook page has over 1.3 million followers[^2^]. Their YouTube channel has accumulated more than 4 million views[^3^]. On X (formerly Twitter), Cannabis Training University has 154,000 followers[^4^], alongside 58,000 followers on Instagram[^5^], 35,000 followers on LinkedIn[^6^], and 74,000 on Pinterest[^7^].

1. 1. 1. References

[^1^]: [International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET)](https://www.iacet.org/affiliates/accredited-providers-list/accredited-provider-overview/?providerID=128949) [^2^]: [Cannabis Training University Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/CannabisTrainingUniversity) [^3^]: [Cannabis Training University YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/CannabisTrainingUniversity) [^4^]: [Cannabis Training University on X (formerly Twitter)](https://twitter.com/CannabisTrainingUniversity) [^5^]: [Cannabis Training University Instagram profile](https://www.instagram.com/CannabisTrainingUniversity) [^6^]: [Cannabis Training University LinkedIn page](https://www.linkedin.com/company/CannabisTrainingUniversity) [^7^]: [Cannabis Training University Pinterest profile](https://www.pinterest.com/CannabisTrainingUniversity)

- Official website of Cannabis Training University**: [Cannabis Training University](https://www.cannabistraininguniversity.com)

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