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About this program
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Credential Awarded: 1 Year Graduate Certificate
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Campus: Niagara-on-the-Lake
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Code: 0797 P0797
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Delivery Length: 1 Year
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NC will prepare you with the expertise to begin working in an industry in need of highly-skilled cannabis professionals.
This Commercial Cannabis Production program will provide training in the biology and cultural practices of cannabis production including plant nutrition, environment, lighting, climate control, pest and disease control and cultivar selection.
Courses
| Code | Course Name | Credits |
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| CANN9101 | Cannabis Production Science I | 3 |
| CANN9102 | Regulations of Cannabis Industry | 3 |
| CANN9103 | Entomology and IPM in Cannabis Production | 3 |
| CANN9104 | Cannabis Crop Methods I | 6 |
| CANN9105 | Biology and Evolution of Cannabis | 3 |
| Code | Course Name | Credits |
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| CANN9106 | Cannabis Plant Pathology | 3 |
| CANN9107 | Cannabis Business Software Applications | 3 |
| CANN9108 | Introduction to Analysis of Cannabis | 3 |
| CANN9201 | Cannabis Production Science II | 3 |
| CANN9204 | Cannabis Crop Methods II | 3 |
| PRAC9209 | Licensed Producer Field Placement | 3 |
Program Outcomes Term: 1244
Evaluate the impacts of various production decisions such as methodology, choice of varietals, and labour composition on the quality and yield of cannabis crop.
Design and implement plant nutrition and lighting programs to support optimal crop growth.
Design and implement appropriate integrated pest management (IPM) strategies throughout the cannabis production cycle to mitigate crop losses and protect crop quality.
Interpret chemical, environmental and physiological data to assess crop health and quality and adapt growth conditions and pest management strategies in response to this information.
Comply with all provincial, federal and international regulatory and trade requirements for the safe and legal production, processing and packaging of cannabis.
Create annual and longer-term production plans to inform the procurement of raw materials and to ensure the consistent supply of high-quality crop.
Develop and implement a costing system to accurately document and track crop production costs.
Plan and oversee the allocation of staffing and space to support the execution of production plans..
Interpret budgets and financial data to inform cannabis production operations.
Access and analyze relevant contemporary research and regulations and apply findings, where appropriate, to cannabis production processes.
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.
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Testing or other supplemental evaluation may be required.
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Most private college courses and/or credentials are not acceptable as admission requirements for Niagara College programs.
Please contact the Admissions office at [email protected] for assistance.
Pre-Admission Requirements
As part of the admissions process some programs have pre-admission requirements.
Domestic Applicants:
- For applicants who have studied outside of these fields of study OR those who have an acceptable combination of related work experience and postsecondary education (as determined by Niagara College), a portfolio must be submitted.
- Students are required to be a minimum of 19 years of age.
- Prior to registration, applicants will be required to complete a criminal record check to ensure eligibility to obtain the security clearance required under the Cannabis Act in order to work in the industry. This criminal record check will also be required to complete your work placement planned for the second semester. A criminal record check dated more than 90 days prior to the start of classes is considered invalid.
Pre-admission requirements for domestic applicants can be found at niagaracollege.ca/par.
Domestic applicants include Canadian citizens, permanent residents and Convention refugees.
International Applicants:
- For applicants who have studied outside of these fields of study OR those who have an acceptable combination of related work experience and postsecondary education (as determined by Niagara College), a portfolio must be submitted.
- Students are required to be a minimum of 19 years of age.
- Prior to registration, applicants will be required to complete a criminal record check to ensure eligibility to obtain the security clearance required under the Cannabis Act in order to work in the industry. This criminal record check will also be required to complete your work placement planned for the second semester. A criminal record check dated more than 90 days prior to the start of classes is considered invalid.
Pre-admission requirements for international applicants can be found at international.niagaracollege.ca/pre-admission/.
Program Requirements
Transportation
- Students are responsible for their own transportation in order to complete program requirements which may not be readily accessible by public transportation.
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Program requirements could include co-ops, placements, volunteer requirements, practical labs, field projects, assignments, clinicals, or any other off-campus visits required as part of the program’s curriculum.
Computer/Technology Requirements
Students are responsible for ensuring that they have a Microsoft Windows 10 based desktop or laptop system that meets or exceeds the following general personal computer technology requirements:
- A desktop or laptop system running on an updated Microsoft Windows 10 operating system.
- Minimum 256GB SSD storage and 8 GB memory.
- An integrated or peripheral video camera, microphone and speaker system.
- Reliable internet connectivity with Broadband capabilities (a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps) is recommended.
Niagara College will not be able to provide support for systems different than the above specifications. Any provided software may not operate properly. Academic software for your courses (supported under the Microsoft Windows 10 operating system) will be made available for download and remote use. Access will also be provided to remote high performance computer labs if software downloads are not feasible.
Note: There is no support for Chromebooks or Apple products for this program. (learn more)
The technology requirements indicate there is no support for Chromebooks or Apple products. Can I still take my program if I have a Macbook or Chromebook?
For most programs, the recommendation is to have a MS Windows 10 computer (as outlined in the "Computer/Technology Requirements" section on this page) for an optimal experience and for ease of downloading academic software. The reliability of remote connections to college computers and software cannot be guaranteed for Macbook and Chromebook users.
The Microsoft Office suite products that are available free to Niagara College students though Office 365 do have versions that work with Macbooks and Chromebooks, and the majority of internet-based applications will work as well. However, some program-specific software is designed to run on Windows 10, and the successful download of these applications cannot be guaranteed. Our Learning Management System (LMS) at Niagara College is Blackboard, and while students can access Blackboard through an internet browser, for some assignments and tests there is a layer of security that uses a proctored browser. The proctored browser will not function on Macbooks nor Chromebooks.
Students assume the risk of a compromised virtual experience if they choose to participate without the recommended technology.
Computer/technology requirements may be subject to change without notice.
All costs associated with program requirements are the responsibility of the student.
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Tuition
The below is a tuition fees estimate ( what's this?) for the indicated start term. Tuition fees are set in accordance with the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities fee guidelines.
Year: 2023-2024
Start Term: Fall
Year 1
Level one $5,802.95
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Tuition
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$4,500.00
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Ancillary Fees
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$1,104.95
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Material Fees
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$198.00
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Level one Total
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$5,802.95
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Level two $5,256.95
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Tuition
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$4,500.00
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Ancillary Fees
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$756.95
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Material Fees
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$0.00
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Level two Total
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$5,256.95
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Year 1 Total: $11,059.90
Estimated Program Total:
$11,059.90
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Year: 2023-2024
Start Term: Fall
Year 1
Level one $10,022.95
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Tuition
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$7,975.00
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Ancillary Fees
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$1,849.95
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Material Fees
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$198.00
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Level one Total
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$10,022.95
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Level two $8,896.95
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Tuition
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$7,975.00
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Ancillary Fees
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$921.95
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Material Fees
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$0.00
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Level two Total
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$8,896.95
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Year 1 Total: $18,919.90
Estimated Program Total:
$18,919.90
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Niagara shaped the beginning of my career by developing my understanding of the cannabis industry from growing to government regulations. I was able to develop a well rounded set of skills and knowledge by partnering it with hands-on experience. The diverse set of classes and topics that you study, help develop an overall knowledge of plant health and the specifics of cannabis, to what the legal market is.
After experiencing career fatigue, Hailey decided to change gears and jump into the emerging cannabis industry by enrolling in the Commercial Cannabis Production program at NC. The CCP program would allow Hailey to further her passion for plants and agriculture...
Read MoreHailey Croswell, Program Graduate IPM/Irrigation Team Lead Glasshouse Botanics
Thank you again for all your support this year. After studying at three colleges in Ontario, I cannot express enough how grateful I am to have access to the opportunities for extracurriculars made available at Niagara College. Students can learn so much by engaging in personal and professional development opportunities like leading a club, completing a peer mentor program and working towards goals alongside school. Thank you again and keep up the amazing work at Niagara College!
Andrew Alvarez-Nunez, program graduate
