For residents seeking trustworthy cannabis education, the State of Florida remains the first stop. The Florida Department of Health’s Office of Medical Marijuana Use (OMMU) publishes plain-language guides on qualifying conditions, product forms, dosing considerations, patient and caregiver responsibilities, and the Medical Marijuana Use Registry. These official materials help consumers understand how to enroll, renew, and stay compliant—crucial before attending any private seminar or course.

Jacksonville’s University of North Florida (UNF) offers online cannabis certificates developed with industry provider Green Flower. Programs cover topics such as Cannabis Healthcare & Medicine, Agriculture & Horticulture, Business, Compliance & Risk Management, and Product Development & Design. Courses are designed for working adults, delivered fully online, and taught by industry experts via UNF’s Professional & Lifelong Learning arm. This pathway suits consumers who want a structured curriculum or are considering careers in the field.

Local news outlets have highlighted UNF’s expansion of cannabis education, noting new certificate offerings and start dates—helpful for residents looking to time enrollments or verify program legitimacy. These reports confirm the university’s partnership and the availability of multiple certificate tracks aimed at foundational knowledge through advanced subjects.

Florida State College at Jacksonville (FSCJ) also provides access to a Medical Cannabis Certificate through its continuing education/ed2go catalog. This survey-style program touches history, policy, healthcare implications, and business dynamics—useful for consumers who want a broad overview without committing to a longer university sequence. Check FSCJ’s course page and continuing workforce education listings for current availability and schedules.

For community learning, dispensary-led education days and patient workshops can be practical and approachable. These events typically cover product formats, safe use, device demos, and Florida compliance basics, and they often include Q&A with patient educators. Residents in Greater Jacksonville can look for sessions hosted by brands with nearby storefronts—Surterra, for example, lists store events (including Jacksonville/Orange Park) on its statewide calendar. Always confirm dates and topics in advance, as schedules change.

Finally, consumers who prefer networking-rich learning can watch for regional conferences and educational gatherings across North Florida that offer clinician and patient perspectives, product science, and regulatory updates. While some events rotate locations, they routinely draw Florida audiences and provide panels appropriate for everyday consumers as well as professionals. Monitoring Florida-focused event roundups can help Jacksonville residents spot upcoming dates and nearby venues.
How to choose

Start with OMMU resources to learn the rules. Then, decide between a structured course (UNF, FSCJ) versus bite-size workshops (dispensaries). If career curiosity is part of the goal, the UNF certificates add depth and recognition; if you just want to be an informed patient or caregiver, OMMU guides plus a few local workshops may be enough. Always verify dates, costs, and instructors before enrolling, and favor programs that clearly cite Florida regulations and safe-use guidance.