Background

Commercial Cannabis Production (0797 P0797)

Credential:

Graduate Certificate

Estimated yearly tuition fee:

10,000 - 20,000 CAD

Program Length:

1 Year

Category:

Science & Engineering Technology

Level:

Undergraduate

Instruction language:

English

Application Fee:

100.00 CAD

Campuses:

Daniel J. Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Intake and availability

Intake

Status

Deadline to apply


January 2025
Open
September 2025
Open

Program overview

The Commercial Cannabis Production program provides training in the biological and cultural practices of cannabis production including plant nutrition, environment, lighting, climate control, pest control and cultivar selection.

Highlights

Design and implement plant nutrition, lighting and pest management programs.

Develop expertise to become a Master Grower and Micro Cultivator License holder.

Learn craft cannabis growing skills.

Analyze crop and adapt to growth conditions/pest management strategies.

Comply with regulatory and trade requirements for safe and legal production and packaging.

Create production plans for the procurement of raw materials and ensure a consistent supply of high-quality crops.

Develop and implement a system to accurately document and track crop production costs. Interpret budgets and financial statements to inform efficient cannabis production operations.

Plan and oversee the allocation of staffing and space to support the execution of production plans.

Comply with and execute appropriate security protocols.

Internship at a Health Canada Cannabis production License Holder.

Admission requirements

  • Ontario College Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in the areas of Horticulture, Greenhouse Technology, Agricultural Sciences, Plant Sciences, Biology or a related discipline AND
  • Proof of English proficiency

The on-campus cannabis cultivation facility used to deliver the hands-on practical elements in the Commercial Cannabis Program at Niagara College is governed by a Health Canada license under the Federal Cannabis Act.

A student that chooses to participate in the Commercial Cannabis Program or any activities related to the Commercial Cannabis Program does so at their own discretion and is responsible for any implications resulting from their participation. Niagara College does not have any control or influence over the actions of governments neither domestic nor international and is not liable for government or third-party actions, penalties or damages resulting from the decision to participate in the Commercial Cannabis program, nor any activities related to said program.

English requirements

Minimum International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score
Overall: 6
Listening: 5.5
Reading: 5.5
Writing: 5.5
Speaking: 5.5

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