The Dietitian’s Role in Medical Cannabis Consulting Course

The Dietitian’s Role in Medical Cannabis Consulting Course is organized by Great Valley Publishing Company, Inc. (GVP).

Course opens: 03/14/2018
Course expires: 03/13/2021

Available credit: 
• 2.00 CDR

Overview:
This continuing education course reviews the history of medical cannabis use, the endocannabinoid system, compounds in cannabis, delivery methods, scientifically supported uses of medical cannabis, safety and precautions, and the current and future roles of the RD in medical cannabis consulting.

Learning Objectives:
After completing this continuing education course, nutrition professionals will be better able to:
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of cannabis, including its historical use as a medicine and important cannabinoids and terpenes.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of the endocannabinoid system and its influence on overall health.
• Discuss evidence-based uses for medical cannabis.
• Provide basic recommendations on cannabis use, including available delivery methods and safety and precautions.
• Discuss dietitians’ current and future roles in medical cannabis consulting.

Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.