Experiential Learning Program
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MASSACHUSETTS CANNABIS EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PROGRAM
Connecting Communities with Cannabis Enterprises
This innovative program bridges the gap between licensed cannabis businesses and individuals in Massachusetts impacted by the war on drugs, offering real-world, hands-on learning opportunities in various aspects of the cannabis industry.
Expansive Learning Opportunities
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Diversity and Inclusion in the Cannabis Industry
The program covers a wide range of areas within the cannabis industry, including retail, cultivation, manufacturing, lab work, delivery, and management, providing participants with comprehensive and practical industry knowledge.
Empowerment through Paid Training
Participants receive valuable, paid training opportunities with cannabis businesses, fostering economic empowerment and career development for those who have been historically marginalized by drug policies.
Providing paid training opportunities for people negatively impacted by the war on drugs in Massachusetts with licensed cannabis businesses. Apply to be an Apprentice OR an Apprentice Corporate Partner today.
Participation qualifies cannabis businesses in Massachusetts for MA CCC positive impact plan and diversity requirements.
This is a private training program, not a MA State Approved Apprentice Program.
Part Time Cannabis Apprentice Program
Total time: 2 months (min of 80 hours)
10-15 hours a week; around 8 hours a shift.
« Required to be 21 or older and pass background checks
« Paid at least minimum wage
« Mentored by mentor onsite at a partner outlet
« Receive CCOE educational materials and apprentice
guidebook
« Regular CCOE mentor check-ins
« The final project summarizes experiential learning for
business and learner
Full Time Cannabis Apprentice Program
4 Months; 180 Hours of Experiences
Total time: 4 months (min of 180 hours)
10-15 hours a week; around 8 hours a shift.
« Required to be 21 or older and pass background checks
« Paid at least minimum wage
« Mentored by mentor onsite at a partner outlet
« Receive CCOE educational materials and apprentice
guidebook
« Regular CCOE mentor check-ins
« The final project summarizes experiential learning for
business and learner
Cannabis Apprentice Business Partners
The Apprenticeship Program
Massachusetts Licensed Cannabis Businesses
Apprentice Business Partners include:
« Cannabis Retail
« Cannabis Manufacturing
« Cannabis Cultivation
« Cannabis Lab
« Cannabis Delivery
« Cannabis Transport
Apprentices are someone negatively impacted by the
war on drugs and be available for in-person work in
Massachusetts to qualify for the training program.
Get Started Today!
The Cannabis Center of Excellence is committed to fostering a more inclusive and skilled cannabis industry workforce in Massachusetts.