Hy-Bee Retail Employee Education Training Modules

• General Biology & History of Cannabis (2 hours)

  A summarized introduction to the important notes in history of the cannabis plant both socially and monetarily. This is coupled with the basic plant biology of the Cannabis sativa sativa plant.

• The Endocannabinoid(EC) System, the Synergistic or “Entourage” Effect, and Edibles & Combustibles (1 hour)

  A general overview of the Endocannabinoid system. With an introduction into the relationship of cannabinoids and terpenes not only on the EC, but also their effects throughout the body. Another topic of coverage will be the metabolic differences within the body that occur between smoking or eating cannabis products, their effects and affects will be different. This will look at the differences between delta9-THC and the 11-hydroxy THC.

• The Cannabinoids (1 hour)

  Coverage including major and minor cannabinoids and decarboxylation. Also includes how to access the latest scholarly research and some select examples with a brief peak at some of the scientific literature written about cannabinoids.

• The Terpenoids (1 hour)

  Coverage including major and minor terpenoids. Also includes how to access the latest scholarly research and some select examples with a brief peak at some of the scientific literature written about terpenoids.

• Strain Breeding & Lineages (2 hours)

  Bringing better understanding of the markets many strain variations though a better understanding of parental genetics. IE, understanding the strain at the counter as the phenotypic end results (strains) seen today is only achieved by understanding the parents at each generation, and considering each of their particular lineages and traits.

• Product Differentiation (2 hours)

  Coverage of end product differences as represented in :

  • Differences between sativa’s and indica’s

  • What is represented by the Sativa Dominant Hybrid or an Indica Dominant Hybrid percentage.

  • Difference between extraction techniques and their and potential qualitative effects and affects

  • Proper interpretation of product potency statements

• Product Evaluation (2 hours)

  Using qualitative and quantitative methods to best represent the products from a scientific, though not medical, point of view. Whether through the subjective observation of color or aroma, or the understanding of different potencies and profile ratios your employees will be equipped to navigate the misunderstood, and thus, oft-misrepresented world of extracts.

Prior to finalizing any Training Module, a syllabus will be shared. Due to the varying times of each module, the training sessions may be split or combined as suits the needs of either party. The syllabus may also contain descriptions of optional supplemental materials which could be developed within the modules content if desired. Each supplemental material proposed would enhance the training sessions and give each individual the resources to call upon after the training module ends. These supplemental materials will vary depending on the particular training modules chosen and requests for such materials are happily taken. It is preferred that each module session does not exceed more than 10 individuals. This is to maintain time needed to better serve any questions that may arise. If larger sessions are desired, we are happy to accommodate. Just let us know!

NOTE: Time indicated for each module above is an estimate and will vary depending on number of attendees for each session and the needs of the client.