UNM cannabis program helps thousands enter industry
The University of New Mexico’s cannabis education program is helping residents jumpstart careers in the cannabis industry, with open enrollment until Jan. 13.
New Mexico’s cannabis industry is booming, employing nearly 10,000 people across the state. For many of these professionals, their journey began at the University of New Mexico, where a unique cannabis education program has already helped nearly 2,000 individuals gain the skills they need to thrive in this fast-growing field.Today marks the start of the next round of classes for the program, which has become a cornerstone of cannabis education in New Mexico. UNM is one of just 60 institutions nationwide to offer this specialized training, thanks to a partnership with Green Flower, a company dedicated to cannabis education.The program equips participants with essential knowledge to secure jobs, start businesses, or expand existing ventures within the cannabis sector. New Mexico’s emerging cannabis industry makes this the perfect place for a program like this. It is also an exciting year for the industry, as discussions about cannabis reform at the federal level continue to gain traction.”There are all sorts of rules and requirements that are very costly that operators have to abide by in order to do this dance between federal and state laws,” Max Simon, the CEO of Green Flower, said. “And so with federal reform, all of that changes, and it creates a lot more investment opportunity, it creates a lot more business success.”One of the program’s standout features is its accessibility. You don’t have to be a UNM student to enroll, making it an appealing option for anyone interested in exploring opportunities in cannabis. Registration is open until Jan. 13, so there’s still time to sign up and take the first step toward a career in this dynamic industry.For those considering a future in cannabis, this program offers a gateway to success. With New Mexico’s cannabis sector showing no signs of slowing down, the timing couldn’t be better.
New Mexico’s cannabis industry is booming, employing nearly 10,000 people across the state. For many of these professionals, their journey began at the University of New Mexico, where a unique cannabis education program has already helped nearly 2,000 individuals gain the skills they need to thrive in this fast-growing field.
Today marks the start of the next round of classes for the program, which has become a cornerstone of cannabis education in New Mexico. UNM is one of just 60 institutions nationwide to offer this specialized training, thanks to a partnership with Green Flower, a company dedicated to cannabis education.
The program equips participants with essential knowledge to secure jobs, start businesses, or expand existing ventures within the cannabis sector. New Mexico’s emerging cannabis industry makes this the perfect place for a program like this. It is also an exciting year for the industry, as discussions about cannabis reform at the federal level continue to gain traction.
“There are all sorts of rules and requirements that are very costly that operators have to abide by in order to do this dance between federal and state laws,” Max Simon, the CEO of Green Flower, said. “And so with federal reform, all of that changes, and it creates a lot more investment opportunity, it creates a lot more business success.”
One of the program’s standout features is its accessibility. You don’t have to be a UNM student to enroll, making it an appealing option for anyone interested in exploring opportunities in cannabis. Registration is open until Jan. 13, so there’s still time to sign up and take the first step toward a career in this dynamic industry.
For those considering a future in cannabis, this program offers a gateway to success. With New Mexico’s cannabis sector showing no signs of slowing down, the timing couldn’t be better.
