Grow Your Career in Cannabis
STLCC is at the forefront of education in this new and growing industry. The certificate of specialization (CS) in cannabis and hemp production affords students the opportunity to learn the specialized processes necessary to grow, manage and cultivate cannabis and hemp plants using industrial hemp in accordance with state and federal laws.
The certificate will equip students with the knowledge necessary to gain employment in this high-demand segment of the agriculture and horticulture industries.
What is the Cannabis and Hemp Production Program at St. Louis Community College?
Cannabis and hemp production is both a science and an art, where students learn the growth cycle of the vegetative and flowering stages of the plant as well as determine the relative levels of different cannabinoids and potential chemical contaminants.
In a hands-on environment, students learn current methods of propagation, integrated pest management and greenhouse production management practices.
Students also engage in solvent-based, solventless and modern extraction methods using synthetic and biological products along with learning how to synthesize the different types of chemical products that can be produced in a laboratory.
What Can You Do with a Cannabis and Hemp Production Certificate?
The certificate helps connect students to jobs in the industry. Graduates find jobs as:
- Cannabis cultivator
- Grow manager
- Manufacturing tech
- Cannabis consultant
- Cannabis infusion technician
- Dispensary manager
- Bud tender
CS in Cannabis and Hemp Production
- Degree offered: Certificate of specialization
- Locations: Meramec
- Hours to complete: 13
- Program contact: Jerry Pence
- Program contact email: jpence@stlcc.edu
Cost of Attendance
Tuition for district residents is $122 per credit hour. Find out more about our straightforward and low-cost tuition structure.
Related Programs
At STLCC, you can combine this certificate with a horticulture associate degree or certificate.
Why You Should Choose Horticulture at STLCC
Graduate with Little or No Debt
Save over $4,700 per year with tuition that’s one-third lower than other local institutions. We’ll also help you navigate scholarship options and financial aid.
Professional Faculty and Staff
STLCC has experienced and passionate horticulture professors and staff from the green industry who help students land great jobs.
Hands-on Learning
STLCC Meramec's 10-acre outdoor Garden Classroom and state-of-the-art facilities give horticulture students hands-on experience in all aspects of the field.
Business Networking
STLCC's horticulture program partners with local businesses and organizations to give students real-world experience and knowledge of the latest trends and strategies.
Come as you are. See what you become.