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Cannabis Extraction Head is a key person for any Processing Licensed Producers as they oversee all activities that require GPP application, technical extraction knowledge, skills, and management skills. This program will equip you with the regulatory requirements and all responsibilities of a Head of Extraction as well as choosing the right extraction methods for appropriate scenarios, extraction techniques and post-extraction processes, process efficiencies, sampling, and testing requirements.
As part of the regulatory requirements, the Head of Extractor must have appropriate levels of competencies, training, and experience in the extraction role.
Attendees may interact with the class and lead trainers for more clarifications or concerns.
Part 1: Day 1
Module 1
Starts with the Grow
Choosing a Product
Growing /Harvesting for Consumption VS
Growing /Harvesting for Extraction VS. Growing /Harvesting for Infusion
Module 2
Choosing a Method
Hydrocarbon
Ethanol Extraction
Solvent less
CO2 Extraction
Harvesting, Handling, and Storage
Part 2: Day 2
Module 3
Extraction Methods:
Requirements and Expectations
Hydrocarbon
Ethanol
Solvent less
CO2 Extraction
Module 4
Post Extraction
Terpene Isolation and Collection
Cannabinoid Isolation
Concentrates
Oil for vapes, oil for edibles
Ousman Nauffer is a highly efficient Quality Assurance professional with over 5 years of industry experience in developing and implementing effective quality control processes and structures in manufacturing, technological and corporate environments. Ousman possesses a good understanding of the essentials of safety and quality and has a background of achievement in supporting all levels of management.
Joe Quarles has over 20 years of work experience as a Cannabis Extraction Technician and Quality Assurance Specialist. After getting a start in the chemical field, he switched to cannabis and brought his training and experience to over 20 labs where he is able to help businesses in their start-up phase.
– B.Sc., Post Graduate Pharma QA & QC, MBA / TECH
Rathi Param is the president/founder of NACPT Pharma College, International Medical Cannabis Association (IMCA), and Validation Tech Inc. Rathi earned her B.Sc. in Chemistry from University Ottawa, MBA in Technology from the University of Phoenix and Post Graduate Pharmaceutical QA & QC Certification from SRN Institute. She is an innovative and creative leader with more than twenty years of hands-on experience in many scientific industries (medical cannabis, medical devices, environmental, food, pharmaceutical and bio-pharmaceutical), complemented with fifteen years of academic and corporate training experience. She possesses extensive expertise and knowledge of Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Formulation, Validation, Technology Transfer, Manufacturing Technology, Process Improvements, Auditing, and Inspection.
Nathanial Stonefish
Graduate from Cannabis Master Grower Practices Certificate
They provided a vast understanding of different methods of cultivation. Along with an understanding of regulations and requirements that need to be met. Year 2021.
Dan Jin
Graduate from Quality Assurance for Cannabis Certificate
Very informative and comprehensive. Thank you. Year 2021.
Nathanial Awram
Graduate from Cannabis Fundamentals and Retail Certificate Program
Information was delivered in a very thorough manner. The course was full of very useful/valuable information. I enjoyed the open floor which allowed for a level of comfort, interaction and asking questions and great opportunity to learn and educate myself/ourselves on the biochemistry of cannabis and human physiological responses; as well as useful anecdotal research.
Leonardo Castillo
Graduate from Cannabis Fundamentals and Retail Certificate Training
As an experienced bud tender, I found the information to be extremely informative. As the cannabis industry continues to grow we need to be more and more informed and having a course in this can allow many people to properly learn about the benefits and negative effects of cannabis.
Alain Costanzo
Graduate from Cannabis Master Grower Practices Certificate Program
This was a good course. I got a lot of good information from both the students and trainer. I look forward to continue learning and becoming a certified master grower. There is always something new to learn in this industry. Year 2020.
Len Luna
Graduate from Cannabis Fundamentals and Retail Certificate Training
I learned a lot about legal products by the OCS, as well as the respect you are to always give the city. It’s great to have that knowledge to pass on and compare OCS to the blackmarket. Happy to have been a part of the course. Would recommend to everyone! Thank You!
Arundati Dandapani
Graduate from Preventive Control Plans for Cannabis Certificate Program
The case studies and examples shared along with the dean’s much disciplined expertise really elevated our understanding of the quality control we need to be concerned about at every stage of the cannabis supply chain order to meet the highest international standards in a post-legalization world. A cross sectoral understanding of pharmaceutical and food service industries really enhanced the foundation of this course. Year 2019.
Earlam Jermain Leon
Graduate from Quality Assurance for Cannabis Certificate
It was a very informative and educational training. The professors did an excellent job explaining every aspect very thoroughly which made it easy to comprehend. I am happy this was done as it is one of the most essential aspects of the entire process. Year 2021.
Jose O. Cifuentes
This workshop provided great insight and information. The instructor was great. Year 2019.
Noah Johnston
Graduate from Cannabis Master Grower Practices Certificate Program
Excellent teachers. Worth every penny! Year 2020.
Roxana M. Olaru
Graduate from Cannabis Fundamentals and Retail Certificate Training
Kunal goes very in depth, with passion. I learned a lot today and will definitely carry this with me and spread my knowledge to others. I would 10/10 recommend this to other cannabis retailers.
Rachel Lyza
Graduate from Preventive Control Plans Certificate Program
Lecture was good, including the nutritive value of food, nutrition facts table and how it impacts on the treatment of diseases especially cannabis edibles for medical purposes. HACCP analysis was very good with details, overall. Year 2019.
Nutrition Manager, Canadian Society of Nutrition Management
Kera Hendricks
Graduate from Cannabis Fundamentals and Retail Certificate Training
Using “layman’s terms” for those who are less educated. More inclusivity – games, tests, quizzes, etc. All useful information; debunked many myths.
Dr. Dail Crawford
Graduate from Cannabis Master Grower Practices Certificate Program
The course was very informative and has increased my knowledge as a first-timer in getting into the industry. The lecturer was very thorough in bringing over the material. Year 2021.
Feng Jia
Graduate from Quality Assurance for Cannabis Certificate
This training is very helpful for me to have a deeper understanding of the QAP rules in the work and the HC requirements for Cannabis industry. Year 2021.
Cindy
Graduate from Cannabis Plant Science Certificate Program
The program is very informative and very helpful, covering all the quality perspectives, including validation and quality control. Year 2018.
Kayleigh
The knowledge in the workshop is extensive and extremely helpful. The courses are great to network and share knowledge with people of different occupation backgrounds. Highly recommend it! Year 2020.
Kayleigh
Graduate from Cannabis Plant Science Certificate Program
This workshop is the best one out in the industry world. Great price, great information. Year 2018.
Trainee
They were very good at providing all the details as per agenda and topics. Hope the same kind of workshop continues. NACPT did excellent hospitality and entertained the whole of the program. Thank you. Year 2018.
Samir Aghabab
Graduate from Quality Assurance for Cannabis Certificate Program
I honestly think your staff did an amazing job as well as the extended classes shows your dedication to helping each student. Year 2018.
Alireza Asghari
Graduate from Quality Assurance for Cannabis Certificate Program
It was very useful and many information was covered during this training. Year 2020.
Quality Assurance Manager at ROSE LifeScience Inc.
Nathanial Stonefish
Graduate from Quality Assurance for Cannabis Certificate
Seeing how strict the regulations are within facilities is satisfying as a recreational consumer. Year 2021.
David Gelsomino
Graduate from Cannabis Master Grower Practices Certificate Program
An extensive and comprehensive master grower session with 2 knowledgeable experts on an important part of the supply chain. Year 2020.
Michael Lewis
Graduate from Quality Assurance for Cannabis Certificate
Quality assurance training was very good with the content examples, how you stressing about the protocols of a QA person and what is expected. Seems to me that QA is always learning more information that is corrective and beneficial. Year 2021.
Ifteen Mohammed
Graduate from Cannabis Plant Science Certificate Program
Very informative and interactive workshop. Speakers were very knowledgeable on their respective topics. Sufficient time was provided for questions. Year 2018.
Trainee
The instructor is very thorough, charismatic, and engaging. He was able to make the course very easy to understand and enjoyable to learn.
Nathanial Stonefish
Graduate from Cannabis Head of Security Certificate
The information in this chapter was in-depth for anyone looking to become head of security or anyone looking to hire a competent person. Year 2021.
Natalia Martsyniv
Graduate from Quality Assurance for Cannabis Certificate Program
Thank you for nicely organized and presented materials. Year 2018.
Hozefa Karodiya
It was nice to attend the workshop for process-related validation for cannabis. I have experience with the validation process but here I came to know more about the process validation and with cannabis, it was new for me. It was an excellent experience with this two days workshop. I got great information. Year 2020.
Rosa Jerez
Graduate from Quality Assurance for Cannabis Certificate
This program was very detailed and specific. The teachers took their time explaining every single step throughout from beginning to end. The attention to detail is very good and very patient with all students. Year 2021.
Dominic Schiavone
Graduate from Cannabis Master Grower Practices Certificate Program
Great course good teacher! Thank you Mr.Ousman! I learned new things! Very nice professional team; always ready to help! I am very happy that I have been in the Master Grower training class! Year 2021
Company: Alphaleaf
Position: Production Personnel
David
Graduate from Quality Assurance for Cannabis Certificate Program
I learned a lot….Thanks! I had no idea how complex the cannabis business was. There are so many variables and it is obvious that we are in the early making of this business. This is great for NACPT! I look forward to making this business grow. Year 2018.