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An advanced continuation of Terpenes 101, this course examines terpene chemistry with an emphasis on Cannabis sativa. Learners explore MVA and MEP biosynthesis pathways, terpene classes and functional groups, structural and stereochemical variation, degradation and oxidation, storage and formulation, analytical methods, chemotyping, and regulatory and safety considerations. Applied work includes checkpoint quizzes, a terpene origin map, a 3D conformer video, terpene stability analysis, and laboratory scenarios involving chromatographic and mass-spectrometric techniques.

Terpenes 101 is required before enrolling in Terpenes 201. Learners with equivalent prior knowledge may contact RC-RV to request an exception. Enrollment is finalized after prerequisite verification.

Build advanced knowledge of terpene biosynthesis, molecular structure, stereochemistry, stability, chemotyping, analytical techniques, formulation, regulation, and safety. Terpenes 101 is required, although learners with equivalent prior knowledge may request an exception.

Flavonoids are a diverse group of plant compounds involved in pigmentation, protection, signaling, and other ecological functions. Based on Russ Hudson's The Formidable Book of Flavonoids, this introductory course explores what flavonoids are, how plants use them, where they appear in food and commerce, and how the human body consumes and metabolizes them. Learners then study prominent flavonoids found in cannabis, examine medical and therapeutic research, and explore synergy and cannabis as a flavonoid-producing plant.

Learn how flavonoids contribute to plant color, protection, ecology, food, commerce, human metabolism, and therapeutic research. The course also examines prominent flavonoids found in cannabis and is based on Russ Hudson’s The Formidable Book of Flavonoids.

An advanced course in flavonoid biochemistry and applied science. Building on Flavonoids 101, learners explore flavonoid biosynthesis, subclasses and structural variation, molecular modifications, metabolism and bioavailability, analytical and regulatory considerations, and the extraction, purification, stabilization, safety, and manufacturing of flavonoid products. Applied work includes naming structural variants, examining representative molecules such as cannflavins and rutin, creating a molecular video presentation, and completing analysis activities and a comprehensive final exam.

Examine advanced flavonoid biochemistry, including biosynthesis, structural variation, metabolism, bioavailability, analysis, extraction, purification, stabilization, regulation, safety, and manufacturing. Flavonoids 101 is required, although learners with equivalent prior knowledge may request an exception.

The Certificate in Cannabis Secondary Metabolite Science combines Terpenes 101, Terpenes 201, Flavonoids 101, and Flavonoids 201, taught by Russ Hudson, author of The Big Book of Terps and The Formidable Book of Flavonoids. Across approximately 27–27.5 hours of self-paced study, learners progress from foundational plant ecology, human metabolism, and cannabis chemistry to advanced biosynthesis, molecular structure, analytical methods, stability, safety, regulation, and product applications. The sequence is designed for medical and retail dispensary staff, cultivation professionals, medical cannabis clinicians, product developers, laboratory professionals, and other learners seeking a thorough understanding of cannabis terpenes and flavonoids.

Upon purchase, learners will immediately be enrolled in Terpenes 101 and Flavonoids 101. You will have 6 months from the date of purchase to complete and access those courses. Upon completion of the 101 level courses, you will immediately be enrolled in Terpenes 201 and Flavonoids 201 which will begin the clock on 6 months of access for those.

This four-course certificate program combines Terpenes 101 and 201 with Flavonoids 101 and 201. Learners progress from foundational plant chemistry to advanced study of biosynthesis, molecular structure, analysis, metabolism, formulation, safety, and applied cannabis science.

Terpenes are aromatic compounds that contribute to the scent and character of cannabis and countless other plants. Built on Russ Hudson's The Big Book of Terps, this introductory course examines what terpenes are, why organisms produce them, and how they appear in plant ecology, consumer products, food, and scientific research.

Across seven instructional modules, learners explore the biological roles of terpenes in plants, terpene nomenclature and production, human perception and metabolism, commercial and industrial uses, medical and therapeutic research, and the ten most prevalent terpenes in cannabis. The course closes by comparing terpenes and cannabinoids and examining polypharmacology, the entourage effect, and synergy.

 

Explore the science of terpenes, including their ecological roles in plants, how humans perceive and metabolize them, their commercial and medical applications, and the most prevalent terpenes found in cannabis. The course is based on Russ Hudson’s The Big Book of Terps.

Cannabis Science and Therapeutics for Pharmacists gives pharmacy professionals a clinically grounded foundation in medical cannabis. Across 13 content modules, you'll work through the pharmacology of cannabinoids, the endocannabinoid system, minor cannabinoids and terpenes, methods of administration, dosing strategies, and drug-drug interactions.

This course is self-paced and delivered entirely online. You'll complete a knowledge check after each content module and finish with a certificate of completion you can add to your professional record.

By the end, you'll be equipped to counsel patients on cannabis use with confidence, recognize interaction risks with other medications, and navigate the regulatory landscape shaping cannabis in clinical practice today.

A self-paced course designed for pharmacists seeking practical knowledge of medical cannabis pharmacology, dosing, safety, drug interactions, and patient counseling. Learners develop a stronger foundation for discussing cannabis use with patients and other healthcare professionals.

Interest in this fast-growing industry has surged. This course is designed to distill the essentials of cannabis and introduce learners to the wide range of professional, entrepreneurial, and educational pathways that exist within the cannabis industry.

This course provides curious adults with a practical foundation for understanding how the cannabis industry works. Learners are introduced to core terminology, historical context, common uses, regulatory considerations, and the diverse roles that support the legal cannabis marketplace. Drawing on key concepts from Cannabis Careers: The Insider's Guide to a Budding Industry by Rob Mejia, an award-winning cannabis professor at Stockton University, the course helps students evaluate career paths, understand emerging business models, and make informed decisions about employment, education, or investment in cannabis.

By the end of the course, students will be better equipped to assess where they might fit into the cannabis industry and what next steps make sense for them.

 

Across seven modules, this course covers the history, science, and legal landscape of cannabis, then walks through the industries that make up the cannabis business: growing and cultivation; extraction and processing; dispensary and retail operations; hospitality, communications, and social media opportunities; ancillary and support roles; and emerging opportunities in hemp, federal legalization, and international markets. Learners finish the course with a clearer sense of where they might fit in the cannabis industry and what to do next.

 

Current Voices is a week-long, interdisciplinary humanities program for high school students that explores the cultural, historical, and environmental significance of the Roanoke River through storytelling, poetry, history, and hands-on field experiences.

Students will spend mornings exploring the river and local waterways with scientists, historians, and community partners, and afternoons on campus working with poets, humanists, and educators to reflect on identity, place, and community through creative expression.

June 15–19, 2026 | Roanoke College

Current Voices is a week-long, interdisciplinary humanities summer academy for high school students that explores the cultural, historical, and environmental significance of the Roanoke River. Through storytelling, poetry, history, science, and hands-on field experiences, students will examine how waterways shape identity, community, and place.