Unlock the Science of Cannabis in Medicine | University of Vermont Professional and Continuing Education

A prescription bottle with marijuana coming out of it onto a prescription pad.

Join our exclusive 30-minute webinar for PAINWeek Conference 2023 Attendees

There is an unprecedented demand for medical professionals knowledgeable about cannabis science and medicine. This free webinar will show you how to apply evidence-based Cannabis knowledge to amplify your career prospects in a rapidly evolving landscape.

Wednesday, September 13, 1:00 p.m. EST
Sign Up Now

What You’ll Learn

The role of cannabis pharmacology in pain management
Why evidence-based Cannabis education is essential for industry success
New research on psilocybin and psilocin
Cannabis Science and Medicine Certification opportunities at UVM

Meet Your Professor

UVM Cannabis Director Monique McHenry
Monique McHenry, PhD is a botanist with a background in plant diversity and evolution. She is the director of the Medical Cannabis Center for Research and Education and co-director of the cannabis pharmacology course at the University of Vermont Medical School. She is also a co-founder of the CASE Institute, a plant-based pharmaceutical research enterprise.

Ready to Explore the Potential of Cannabis in Medicine?

Sign up for our info session now and take the first step towards expanding your knowledge and skills.
Register Now

Program
Course

Select One
Select One
Select One
Select One

Kelly Skinner

Accelerated Integrative Health and Wellness Coaching Program

This accelerated 6-month, noncredit, online program prepares students of all backgrounds to sit for the NBHWC National Certification Exam. The program offers a shorter timeline for completion than the Integrative Health and Wellness Coaching Certificate.

Young woman with headphones working on laptop

Actuarial Exam Preparation

Fall, Spring, Summer

Designed for students with strong math skills and an undergraduate degree who want to pass the Actuarial Science certification exams.

Green onion grows in the rural sunny garden in the summer. Healthy ecological harvest.

Agroecology at UVM

Fall, Spring, Summer

UVM’s 15-credit, immersive program for those pursuing a career in sustainable agriculture and/or food systems, agricultural policy, or related fields.

On Campus/Online

Rows of planted greens on a farm

Agroecology, Food Sovereignty and Social Movements

Fall, Spring, Summer

Students will investigate the social, political, and economic elements of the global food system from multiple perspectives. This course will also allow students to consider the ability to scale-up agroecology, and the potential intersection between agroecology, food sovereignty and government policies.

Artisan Cheese and Sensory Fundamentals Professional Certificate

Fall, Spring, Summer

A foundational 4-week online program for cheese enthusiasts, food systems professionals, cheesemongers, and aspiring cheesemakers.

Young adults exercising

Building Healthy Brains

Fall, Spring, Summer

At the University of Vermont, we have developed an in-depth understanding of the unique challenges faced by those who provide services to transition-age youth (TAY).

Business of Craft Beer

Fall, Spring, Summer

UVM’s fully online business school for brewery start-ups and brewery expansion.

Cannabis at UVM

Fall, Spring, Summer

Fully online, evidence-based, and relevant certificate programs in Cannabis Plant Biology and Cannabis Science and Medicine.

Career Pathways into Teaching

Fall, Spring, Summer

UVM’s nationally recognized and accredited graduate programs offer you a flexible, high-quality pathway into a teaching career.

On Campus/Online

Certificate in Cybersecurity

Fall, Spring, Summer

Develop a comprehensive foundation in the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a career in cybersecurity.

Certificate in Gerontology

Fall, Spring, Summer

Gain specialized knowledge and skills that prepare you for entry-level, aging-related career fields or for advanced study in gerontology.

On Campus/Online

Certificate in Integrative Healthcare

Fall, Spring, Summer

A holistic, whole-body approach to the broad range of issues that can affect the health and well-being of individuals.

People in an office in a conference room

Certificate in Project Management Practices

Fall, Spring, Summer

By reducing uncertainty, managing risks, and controlling change, teams with effective project management deliver on expectations with less stress and frustration. These practices have been used for decades and are organized into new UVM Certificate so anyone can learn and apply them.

Big data futuristic visualization abstract illustration

Certificate of Graduate Study in Complex Systems and Data Science

A broad training in the computation and theoretical techniques for describing and understanding complex natural and sociotechnical systems.

On Campus/Online

People sitting holding hands

Certificate of Graduate Study in Resiliency-Based Approaches

Our program is built to address the growing need to improve workforce capacity for professionals who can successfully implement resiliency building strategies.

On Campus/Online

Certificate of Graduate Study in Sustainable Enterprise

Gain the business strategies, experience, professional network, and credentials to make an impact on your career and the planet.

Dog paw being held by a hand

Companion Animal End-of-Life Doula Professional Certificate

Fall, Spring, Summer

When a beloved dog, cat, horse, or other companion animal is nearing end-of-life, the stress of decision-making coupled with the demands of caregiving can easily become overwhelming. Enter the End-of-Life Doula specializing in companion animals.

Computer Software Certificate

Fall, Spring, Summer

Improve or advance your career in an IT-related field with UVM’s 15-credit certificate.

Coping with Separation and Divorce (COPE)

Fall, Spring, Summer

Equipping parents with insights, information, practical tips, and tools to aid children’s adjustment to changes in their family life.

Digital Marketing at UVM

Fall, Spring, Summer

Essential, relevant, and top-ranked training from industry experts succeeding in the field.

Business woman, tablet and smile for schedule planning, advertising or marketing at office. Happy female employee smiling with touchscreen for project plan, strategy or online research at workplace

Digital Marketing Certificates

Fall, Spring, Summer

According to LinkedIn, the “Digital Marketing Specialist” role is among the top 10 most in-demand jobs, with 860K job openings. With so many jobs and not enough professionals to fill them, now is the perfect time to get started in digital marketing.

Ecological Economics

Fall, Spring, Summer

Learn the skills to help create a future that is environmentally sustainable, socially equitable, and economically efficient.

On Campus/Online

Woman sitting on stairs using a laptop

Education for Sustainability Certificate of Graduate Study

Fall, Spring, Summer

Accelerate positive change in your school and community with an Education for Sustainability (EFS) Certificate of Graduate Study.

On Campus/Online

End-of-Life Doula Professional Certificate

Fall, Spring, Summer

Develop your innate capacity to care for people and animals during their time of need and explore end-of-life care.

Farmer Training Program

A six-month, hands-on program for aspiring farmers and food systems advocates that provides experiential, skills-based education in sustainable farming.

Geographic Information Systems and Data Communication Professional Certificate

Fall, Spring, Summer

Develop critical thinking and applied problem-solving skills, including developing conceptual knowledge, technical skills and applied uses of geospatial analysis.

George D. Aiken Lecture Series

The University’s annual public-policy forum, providing a platform for distinctive views on critical American issues.

Integrative Health and Wellness Coaching Certificate

Fall, Spring, Summer

UVM’s 15-credit certificate prepares you to work with individuals to promote healthy lifestyle changes.

On Campus/Online

Analytics

Intro to Data Analytics & Intro to Python for Data Analytics

The Data Analytics course is an immersive experience that gives you the technical skills & experience you need to build data models, create data visualizations, and make truly data-driven business & technical decisions.

Smiling female manager listening to colleagues at a meeting

Leadership Portfolio

Fall, Spring, Summer

As a business leader, you must make tough decisions, inspire others, and support your team in a constantly evolving environment. These courses are designed to bring confidence to emerging leaders, supervisors, and managers of all levels who are hungry to learn more about how to become outstanding leaders in today’s competitive business environment.

Several office workers in a meeting room looking at a flip-board while someone points to it.

Leading Teams: A Project Management Approach

Fall, Spring, Summer

Leading a team through any task or project requires special skills and an understanding of the team dynamic and politics. This introductory-level course for managers or anyone interested in leading teams addresses the key issues surrounding leadership in a team environment.

Legal Issues in Higher Education Conference

One of the nation’s premiere conferences focused on the diverse legal issues impacting all aspects of higher education.

Master of Medical Science Degree

Become a stronger applicant to medical/health professional schools and enhance your academic credentials through an advanced science graduate program.

On Campus/Online

Master of Professional Studies, Leadership for Sustainability

Fall, Spring, Summer

Explore leadership practices that are inspired by the wisdom of nature and challenge forces of domination and oppression.

Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Science

Fall, Spring, Summer

Prepares students for leadership roles in medical laboratory science practice and research.

Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership

Fall, Spring, Summer

Cultivates innovative leaders who can build and strengthen communities in a variety of educational and social service settings.

On Campus/Online

Master’s Program in Curriculum and Instruction

Fall, Spring, Summer

Developing innovative leaders in educational settings including teaching, curriculum theory, curriculum development, and related areas of research for public/private schools.

On Campus/Online

Master’s Program in Higher Education and Student Affairs

Fall, Spring, Summer

Gain the credentials to design environments conducive to students’ growth and development.

On Campus/Online

Master’s Program in Interdisciplinary Studies

Fall, Spring, Summer

Draw from several of the academic and professional disciplines in order to deepen, enlarge, and enrich your educational practice.

On Campus/Online

MCAT Prep for UVM Students

Fall, Spring, Summer

UVM and Kaplan have teamed up to provide students with an opportunity to save money and excel on the revised MCAT.

On Campus/Online

Student sitting at a table with a laptop while writing on a pad

MedCerts Healthcare Certification Programs

Fall, Spring, Summer

The University of Vermont Professional and Continuing Education and MedCerts have partnered to bring you high-quality certification programs in the in-demand healthcare industry.

Man sitting at desk studying using computer

MindEdge at UVM

Fall, Spring, Summer

Concise, affordable, and self-paced online courses designed to help you enhance your credentials, earn professional credits, or explore an area of career interest.

Natural Resource Management Academy

Fall, Spring, Summer

Designed for youth entering grades 7-12 interested in the environment and ready to explore their passion for Vermont’s natural resources.

On Campus/Online

OLLI – Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

Fall, Spring, Summer

Join our community of adult learners who enjoy year-round courses and events that are diverse, interesting, fun, and affordable.

On Campus/Online

Online Certificate of Graduate Study in Epidemiology

Fall, Spring, Summer

A concise, 18-credit and fully online immersion into the field of epidemiology and quantitative population health science.

Online Certificate of Graduate Study in Global and Environmental Health

Fall, Spring, Summer

UVM’s 18-credit graduate program exploring a range of health hazards, health-promotion strategies, and environmental public health practices.

Online Certificate of Graduate Study in Healthcare Management and Policy

Fall, Spring, Summer

Study a range of policy, finance, and management issues impacting healthcare and public health in today’s changing and challenging environment.

Mid adult male scientist reading scientific data in a laboratory.

Online Certificate of Graduate Study in Public Health

Fall, Spring, Summer

Explore current public health and health policy issues while building a strong foundation in population health sciences.

Man talking on the phone wearing a blue shirt

Online Digital Marketing Fundamentals Professional Certificate

Fall, Spring, Summer

Advance your career in digital marketing and learn the latest innovative digital marketing strategies from industry experts with this 8-week online course.

Master of Public Health

Online Master of Public Health

Fall, Spring, Summer

Gain a comprehensive foundation in population health sciences with UVM’s 42-credit, fully online MPH.

Kelly Skinner

Osher Center for Integrative Health at UVM

Fall, Spring, Summer

The University of Vermont (UVM), The University of Vermont Health Network (UVMHN), and the state of Vermont are leading the way in whole-health delivery and integrative health as the standard of care, accessible to everyone in our region.

On Campus/Online

Potato Harvesting and girl

Participatory Action Research and Transdisciplinary Agroecology

Fall, Spring, Summer

Participatory, transdisciplinary and action research are internationally recognized as pillars of knowledge production for agroecology and food sovereignty. This course will help students rise to the challenge and examine how the integration of Participatory Action Research (PAR) and transdisciplinary approaches can deepen our collective understanding of complex problems.

Post-Baccalaureate Medical Laboratory Science

Fall, Spring, Summer

Helps educate, train, and graduate professionally competent students prepared to meet current and future workplace challenges in medical laboratory science.

Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Program

Fall, Spring, Summer

Customized program designed to ensure that students get the preparation and background needed for acceptance into health professional programs.

On Campus/Online

Post-Baccalaureate Speech Language Pathology Certificates

Fall, Spring, Summer

Addressing the need for qualified providers, UVM offers two certifications with the UVM Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders.

Girl laying on a bed using a laptop

Pre-College Programs

Fall, Spring, Summer

Choose from over 100 courses, available throughout the year—as well as our 4-week, intensive Summer Academy Program.

On Campus/Online

Pre-Master of Accountancy

Fall, Spring, Summer

Completion of these courses is required before you can enroll in UVM’s top-ranked Master of Accountancy Program.

On Campus/Online

Pre-RD Sequence

Fall, Spring, Summer

Work towards obtaining a Verification Statement and being eligible to apply to internships or a Master’s degree.

On Campus/Online

Professional Development Courses for Education and Social Services

Fall, Spring, Summer

Offering exciting new opportunities and promising strategies to help you make a difference for individuals, families, schools, and communities.

On Campus/Online

People in an office talking

Project Management at UVM

Project Management is in high demand today because it delivers results for organizations large and small.

Learn the key practices that successful project managers use and gain confidence applying them immediately on projects just starting or currently underway.

Public Health at UVM

Fall, Spring, Summer

Preparing skilled and versatile graduates dedicated to improving public health through practice, research, education, and leadership.

Resiliency-based & Trauma-Informed Practices

Fall, Spring, Summer

Build expertise and advance your career through graduate-level instruction focused on resiliency-based approaches that are trauma-informed, restorative, and collaborative.

On Campus/Online

School Library Media Specialist

Fall, Spring, Summer

Use toward licensure in school library media studies in Vermont or acquire a graduate degree in school library media.

On Campus/Online

Summer Academy

Fall, Spring, Summer

UVM’s academically challenging, 4-week program for high school students who have completed 10th, 11th, or 12th grade.

Sustainable Innovation MBA

Addressing the challenges of climate change, ethics, poverty and inequality through the lens of enterprise and entrepreneurship.

TalkVermont

Fall, Spring, Summer

TalkVermont uses evidence-based methods to coach clinicians in state-of-the-art serious illness communication and support timely and effective communication.

Unoccupied Aircraft System (UAS)/Drone Workshop

3-week hybrid course on the use of Drones for geospatial analysis.