Academic Program Proposal

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University of Maryland, Baltimore
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Master of Science (M.S.)Cannabis Science and Therapeutics5/23/2019Approved6/12/2019
Cannabis Science and Therapeutics Program Description
Through the MS in Cannabis Science and Therapeutics program, we intend to provide learners with experiences designed to foster a deeper knowledge and understanding of the science, clinical therapeutics, and policy related to medical cannabis. Targeted students include health care practitioners, scientists, growers, policy professionals, and others with an interest in medical cannabis. Students will demonstrate their ability to design therapeutic regimens and monitoring plans, develop safe and effective dosage forms, participate in health policy decision-making processes, and identify potential areas of future research. Our students will learn a wide range of skills that will allow them to be innovative leaders in the emerging medical cannabis industry. <br> <br>This program will be offered at the Universities at Shady Grove and the University of Maryland, Baltimore.&nbsp; The four core required courses in the program cover the principles of drug action and cannabinoid pharmacology; cannabinoid chemistry and drug delivery; clinical uses and effects of medical cannabis; and an overview of current state and federal laws and regulations along with a historical overview of medical cannabis use.&nbsp; After taking the four foundational courses, students will take four elective courses followed by two final advanced courses (Research Methodology and Expert Seminars and Discussion). Students may choose to take elective courses in the basic sciences, therapeutics, or policy. <br>

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