Baker College in Royal Oak Launches Cannabis Industry Certificate Programs

Baker College in Royal Oak is working with Green Flower, a cannabis education and training provider in California, to offer three cannabis certificates designed to provide job skills training for those interested in a cannabis career.
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Baker College is working with Green Flower to offer classes in cannabis cultivation. // Stock photo

Baker College in Royal Oak is working with Green Flower, a cannabis education and training provider in California, to offer three cannabis certificates designed to provide job skills training for those interested in a cannabis career.

MJBiz Daily reports Michigan retailers sold more than $3 billion in adult-use and medical products in 2023, which comes to an average of $305 worth of products per person in the state. It’s the highest rate in the country.

To address the need for workers in the industry, the programs Baker and Green Flower developed will cover advanced dispensary associate skills training, cannabis manufacturing, and cultivation.

“Baker College is committed to providing avenues for success and advancement in various industries across Michigan,” says Jacqui Spicer, president and CEO of Baker College. “With the addition of these cannabis certificates, we aim to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals in this sector. Our partnership with Green Flower ensures students receive top-quality education and training to excel in this fast-growing industry.”

Each certificate program takes nine weeks to complete and is offered fully online. Registration is open now, with a $150 discount on classes using the code BAKERFIRST. The discount offer ends June 17. Upon certificate completion, graduates will have access to Green Flower’s employer network.

“Green Flower is proud to partner with Baker College to offer our three cannabis industry training programs,” says said Daniel Kalef, chief growth officer for Green Flower. “This collaboration highlights Baker College’s commitment to innovation and providing accessible education. As the cannabis sector booms in Michigan, these programs meet the demand for skilled professionals in retail, extraction, cultivation, and product development.”