StudyLancet review: cannabinoids in chronic non-cancer pain — updated evidence synthesisRegulatoryGermany: BfArM publishes updated guidance on medicinal cannabis prescribingStudyNEJM: CBD adjunctive therapy in treatment-resistant epilepsy — long-term follow-upRegulatoryTGA Australia releases revised Special Access Scheme statisticsBusinessTilray and Aphria file expanded EU-GMP medical cannabis distribution agreementsRegulatoryUK MHRA consults on unlicensed cannabis-based medicinal products frameworkStudyJAMA: cannabinoids in chemotherapy-induced nausea — systematic review updateBusinessCanopy Growth restructures European operations amid German market expansionRegulatorySwissmedic authorises additional medicinal cannabis product classificationsStudyIACM publishes 2026 international consensus on cannabinoid dosing in palliative careStudyLancet review: cannabinoids in chronic non-cancer pain — updated evidence synthesisRegulatoryGermany: BfArM publishes updated guidance on medicinal cannabis prescribingStudyNEJM: CBD adjunctive therapy in treatment-resistant epilepsy — long-term follow-upRegulatoryTGA Australia releases revised Special Access Scheme statisticsBusinessTilray and Aphria file expanded EU-GMP medical cannabis distribution agreementsRegulatoryUK MHRA consults on unlicensed cannabis-based medicinal products frameworkStudyJAMA: cannabinoids in chemotherapy-induced nausea — systematic review updateBusinessCanopy Growth restructures European operations amid German market expansionRegulatorySwissmedic authorises additional medicinal cannabis product classificationsStudyIACM publishes 2026 international consensus on cannabinoid dosing in palliative care
International Education

Advancing the Science of
Cannabinoid Medicine

International professional education covering cannabinoid science, clinical practice, evidence, and regulatory frameworks — for healthcare professionals, researchers and policy leaders worldwide.

Evidence-led
Curriculum grounded in peer-reviewed science
International
Faculty and members across multiple continents
Independent
No product sales, no commercial sponsorship
The Institute provides education only. It does not provide medical advice or supply medicinal cannabis products.
About the Institute

An independent international academy for cannabinoid medicine.

The Institute for Cannabinoid Therapy is an independent international educational organisation bringing together clinicians, scientists and regulatory experts from multiple jurisdictions. Together, they build a rigorous, evidence-based curriculum that advances the safe and responsible practice of cannabinoid therapeutics.

International
Faculty and members across every populated continent.
Independent
Non-commercial curriculum, free of industry influence.
Evidence-based
Grounded in current science and clinical trial data.
Practitioner-first
Built for the clinical and regulatory realities of practice.
Why Study Cannabinoid Medicine

A rapidly evolving field that demands rigour.

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  • 01
    Rapid scientific development

    The evidence base for cannabinoid therapeutics is expanding at unprecedented pace.

  • 02
    Increasing clinical interest

    Patients and colleagues are asking informed questions in every specialty.

  • 03
    Changing international regulation

    Regulatory landscapes are shifting across most major jurisdictions.

  • 04
    Evidence-based education

    Rigorous appraisal is essential to separate signal from noise.

  • 05
    Patient safety first

    Understanding benefits, limitations, contraindications and interactions.

Learning Pathway

A structured route from foundations to mastery.

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Step 01 · Foundations

Foundations Program: Introduction to Cannabinoid Therapy

A structured introduction to cannabinoid science, pharmacology, and clinical fundamentals for healthcare practitioners.

  • Endocannabinoid System
  • Medicinal Cannabis
  • Cannabinoid Pharmacology
  • CBD Fundamentals
Program
USD $500
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Step 02 · Advanced Modules

Individual specialised modules

Focused, self-paced modules across pharmacology, cannabinoids and clinical indications.

  • The Endocannabinoid System
  • Cannabis and Women's Health
  • Medicinal Cannabis Fundamentals
  • Minor Cannabinoids
  • Terpenes
  • CBD In Depth
  • + five further modules
Per module
USD $100
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Step 03 · Masterclasses

Advanced live masterclasses

Premium live teaching on pain, complex cases, emerging research, expert panels, regulation and clinical pearls.

  • Pain Management
  • Complex Clinical Cases
  • Emerging Research
  • Expert Panel Discussions
  • International Regulatory Updates
  • Clinical Pearls
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USD $750
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Professional Membership for Graduates

Continuing membership for graduates of our courses.

On completing an Institute course, graduates are invited into an international alumni community of clinicians and researchers — with year-round continuing education, peer discussion and expert-led events that extend well beyond the classroom.

  • Alumni continuing education
  • Monthly webinars
  • Journal club
  • Research updates
  • Growing regulatory review library
  • Peer discussion forums
  • Expert interviews
  • Graduate-only masterclasses
Graduate membership

Membership is open to graduates of Institute courses.

Member Library

A growing library of international regulatory landscape reviews.

Available to members, the library expands jurisdiction by jurisdiction — educational reviews comparing prescribing frameworks, product access, practitioner responsibilities and evolving evidence, updated as regulation changes.

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Australia
United States
Canada
United Kingdom
Germany
Italy
Switzerland
New Zealand
South America

Full reviews are held in the member library. Membership is granted to graduates of Institute courses.

These reviews are educational only and do not constitute legal advice. Regulations change frequently. Practitioners remain responsible for understanding and complying with local laws applicable to their jurisdiction and scope of practice.

Faculty

A truly international faculty — coming soon.

The Institute is assembling clinicians, scientists, published authors and regulatory experts from across the continents. Faculty confirmations are being finalised and will be announced progressively as the inaugural program opens.

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Each appointment is made with independence and educational integrity in mind — spanning ECS biology, clinical pharmacology, pain, mental health, women's health and regulatory science.

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Ready to advance your practice in cannabinoid medicine?

Enrol in the Foundations Program or explore individual modules. Graduates are then invited into professional membership — continuing education, community and a growing library of regulatory landscape reviews.