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The Cannabis Nurse Health Coach (CNHC) Certificate Program is the most comprehensive cannabis curriculum available today.
This course designed for nurses, physicians, pharmacists, mental health providers, naturopaths, acupuncturists, chiropractors, students, and all healthcare professionals who want to master cannabinoid medicine.
CNHC Program - $500
Mastermind & Toolkit - $300
CNHC and Mastermind & Toolkit - $800
CNHC Program - $500
Mastermind & Toolkit - $300

Scholarships awarded quarterly on the Solstices!

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Cannabis Nursing's Rise:
Endorsements, Guideline & Standards from Major Nursing Institutions

The American Nurses Association (ANA) designated Cannabis Nursing as a subspecialty, opening a new frontier of nursing as millions of patients are looking for your care and guidance.

ANA Press Release
The National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) published the 6 Essential Areas of Knowledge for all nurses, student nurses, and advanced practice nurses to learn cannabis therapeutics.

NCSBN Press Release
The American Cannabis Nurses Association authored the Scope & Standards of Cannabis Nursing for ANA approval. We applaud their efforts and leadership in helping create new opportunities for all.


ACNA Website

The Holistic Caring
Cannabis Nurse Health Coach Certificate Program

Evidence based programs founded on the latest research, 10 years of conference summaries, and experiential learning derived from thousands of hours caring for Medical Cannabis Patients.

Course Program open to all licenses. CEUs for Nurses.

This program content will help you prepare for a future Cannabis Nursing Board Exam.

1 Year of Mastermind & Business Toolkit as a buy up option.

Scholarships available to Nurses with a hardship, through Holistic Caring Inc.

Discounts available to members of the Society of Cannabis Clinicians.

Begin anytime - no need to wait for a new cohort to begin…start today.

Prepare to run your own clinic, work at a dispensary, research trial, laboratory & more!

Work from home in virtual coaching and cannabis education roles.

This program content will help you prepare for a future Cannabis Nursing Board Examination.

The Holistic Caring CNHC Program seamlessly integrated my prior education and experience with invaluable new insights. The presentation was exceptional, aligning perfectly with the cognitive processes of my brain, and probably many other nurses. I am eager to embark on this new journey. Much gratitude for your dedicated efforts in educating us on cannabis therapeutics.

Heather Meehan, RN

Registered Nurse

Standish, Maine

Cannabis Nurse Health Coach Certificate Program

EQUIP YOURSELF FOR REWARDING WORK IN CBD & CANNABIS MEDICINE - 30 CEUs

This comprehensive 30-unit course covers the plant’s history, scientific aspects, research, compounds, and products. It equips you with essential knowledge for effectively treating various conditions, administering medicine, and dosing basics with a wellness and integrative care focus. The program includes quizzes and assignments to ensure practical application of this knowledge.

Program Highlights

Explore Program Highlights Across Various Modules

Module 1: Foundations

History, science, cannabinoids, terpenes, products, pharmacology, dosing, safety.

  • Unit 1: History & Evolution of Medical Cannabis
  • Unit 2: Cannabis Research & The Science — Hardwired for Cannabis
  • Unit 3: Cannabinoids: Endocannabinoids, Phytocannabinoids, Synthetics
  • Unit 4: Terpenes & Botanicals of Cannabis
  • Unit 5: Making Medicines — Growing, Extracting, Processing, Testing
  • Unit 6: Cannabis Products & Routes of Administration
  • Unit 7: Pharmacology of Cannabinoids
  • Unit 8: Dosing & Initial Titration of Cannabinoids
  • Unit 9: The Medicalized Approach & Safety Considerations
  • Unit 10: The Fine Print — Cautionary Notes on Cannabis

Module 2: Therapeutics

38 condition-specific, evidence-based protocols including neurology, oncology, autoimmune, chronic pain, women’s & men’s health, mental health, and psychedelics.

  • Module 2, Unit 1: The Therapeutic Potentials; Overview & Setting the Stage
  • Module 2, Unit 2:  The Demographics of Cannabis Users 
  • Module 2, Unit 3: Women’s Health & Cannabinoids  
  • Module 2, Unit 4: Men’s Health & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 5: Alzheimer’s Disease & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 6: Parkinson’s Disease & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 7: Multiple Sclerosis & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 8: Epilepsy Disease & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 9: Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Module 2, Unit 10: Attention Deficit Disorder & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 11: Anxiety Disorders & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 12: Depressive Disorders & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 13: Insomnia Disorders & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 14: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 15: Psychosis / Schizophrenia & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 16: Addiction Disorders & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 17: CBD & Cannabinoids Mental Health Guide 
  • Module 2, Unit 18: Psychedelics as Medicine Overview
  • Module 2, Unit 19: General Chronic Pain & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 20: Osteoarthritis & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 21: Fibromyalgia & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 22: Neuropathy & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 23: Migraines & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 24: Opioids & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 25: Rheumatoid Arthritis & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 26: Lupus / SLE & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 27: Psoriasis / Eczema & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 28: Crohn’s / Ulcerative Colitis & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 29: Irritable Bowel Syndrome & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 30: Metabolic Disorders Overview & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 31: Obesity Disorders & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 32: Diabetes (Type 2) & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 33: Metabolic Syndrome / HTN & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 34: General Cancer Overview & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 35: Anti-tumor Properties and Higher Doses of Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 36: Holistic Oncology and Palliative Care & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 37: The Tippens Protocol & Cannabinoids
  • Module 2, Unit 38: Integrative Cancer Protocols & Cannabinoids

Module 3: Business & Advocacy

Legalities, safe shopping, costs, standards of practice, entrepreneurship, advocacy, and professional networking.

  • Module 3, Unit 1: Legalities for Patients
  • Module 3, Unit 2: Cannabis & CBD; Medication or Supplement?
  • Module 3, Unit 3: Safe Shopping for Medicinal Cannabis 
  • Module 3, Unit 4: The Costs of Cannabis Care 
  • Module 3, Unit 5: Provider Legalities & Practice Settings
  • Module 3, Unit 6: Scope & Standards of Care for Providers & Nurses
  • Module 3, Unit 7: Advocacy & Business Opportunities for Health Coaches
  • Module 3, Unit 8: The Business Aspects for Cannabis Health Coaches 
  • Module 3, Unit 9: The Regulatory Environment
  • Module 3, Unit 10:  Networking and Resources for Cannabis Health Coaches
CNHC Program - $500

WHY CNHC?

  • Recognized by the American Nurses Association as part of the new Cannabis Nursing Specialty
  • Aligned with the NCSBN Nursing Guidelines for Medical Marijuana (2018)
  • Built on a decade of patient experience at Holistic Caring & The Green Nurse®
  • Designed for all healthcare professionals, not just nurses
  • Join a movement dedicated to changing the paradigm of healthcare with plant medicine

Clinical Training

Elevate Your Nursing Practice with Cannabis Education & Business Insights

The Cannabis Nurse Health Coach (CNHC) Certificate Program is the most comprehensive cannabis curriculum available today — designed for nurses, physicians, pharmacists, mental health providers, naturopaths, acupuncturists, chiropractors, students, and all healthcare professionals who want to master cannabinoid medicine.
This program prepares you for the future of Cannabis Nursing — and positions you to be ready for board certification exams once they are developed.
  • 30 hours of accredited CE (CA BRN CEP #17056)
  • 3 modules with 30+ units
  • Narrated presentations, case studies, and protocols
  • 200+ practice questions, quizzes, and final exam
  • APA references + direct research links
  • Extension activities for real-world practice
  • 1-year access on our mobile-friendly Mighty Network

Access to our Private Cannabis Nurse Network

Embrace Knowledge & Community with Holistic Caring

The Holistic Caring Network community and forums are a space to learn, grow, and collaborate with both our team & fellow members.

  • Off Social Media - join our Community to learn, share, grow, develop
  • Run by Nurses & our Pharmacist
  • Free Monthly Clinical Conversations - deep dive in clinical, research, CBD
  • Free Monthly Plant Medicine Support Group
  • Free Introduction to Cannabis Program
  • Free CBD Training Program for Bloom Hemp
Join the Network

The CNHC Mastermind & Clinician’s Toolkit

Learning is only the beginning. With the Mastermind & Toolkit, you’re not just learning cannabis therapeutics — you’re building a practice from day one.

$300 | 1 Year Access | Monthly Community & Full Toolkit

  • Live mastermind sessions the first Monday of every month
  • Business and clinical coaching from seasoned experts
  • Networking with like-minded professionals
  • Affiliate opportunities + podcast features for select graduates

With the Mastermind & Toolkit, you’re not just learning cannabis therapeutics — you’re building a practice from day one.
Add the Mastermind for $300 (at checkout or anytime during your first year).

Mastermind & ToolKit - $300

What’s Inside the Toolkit:

Clinical Tools

  • Intake & assessment forms (long + short)
  • 90-minute appointment protocols
  • Care plan templates (example + fillable)
  • Dosing overviews & titration guides
  • Product formulary & dispensary guide
  • Cannabis tracking logs (Excel + Word)

Patient Education

  • Teaching templates for patient sessions
  • Dispensary dosing & product guide
  • Patient handouts & education sheets
  • Medical Cannabis Primer eBook (HC & GN™)

Business Tools

  • Quick Start Guide to starting your coaching business
  • Legal disclosures & liability waivers
  • Appointment templates (short & long)

Marketing Tools

  • 101 Community Presentation (PowerPoint)
  • Customizable talk outline & presentation script
  • Customizable flyer to market events
  • Complimentary Medical Cannabis Guide download (for prospects & clients)

Bundle & Save

CNHC Program: $500
Mastermind & Toolkit: $300
Bundle both: $800

Annual Renewal= $300 for ongoing access to both the CNHC Program and Mastermind & Toolkit

CNHC Program - $500
Mastermind & Toolkit - $300
CNHC and Mastermind & Toolkit - $800

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