Comprehensive Center for Pain and Addiction

This course provides an exploration of the role of medical cannabis in managing chronic pain. Through a harm reduction framework, students will learn about the risks and benefits of cannabis use for pain management, as well as its potential interactions with other medications and mental health conditions. The course will also delve into current research on cannabis efficacy for non-cancer chronic pain, with a mention of different medical conditions, including anxiety, epilepsy, and nerve pain. By the end of this course, students will be able to make informed decisions about safe and responsible cannabis use, identify red flags, and apply best practices in patient care.

This training provides Continuing Education (CE) Credits: 1 Credit Hour
ArMA (Physicians), CBRN (Nurses), NASW (Social Workers), NCHEC (Certified Health Education Specialists), SHRM (Human Resources)