Product Analysis & Testing

In the landscape of the cannabis industry, where regulatory standards are becoming increasingly stringent, the ability to accurately analyze and test cannabis products stands as a cornerstone of operational excellence. The Cannabis Analysis and Testing certification equips professionals with the requisite knowledge and skills to perform analyses of cannabis, ensuring product safety, efficacy, and compliance.

This certification delves into the scientific principles underlying the most prevalent and advanced analytical techniques in the cannabis sector. Participants gain an understanding of chromatography, the pivotal analytical method employed across various industries, including cannabis. The course covers the intricacies of Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC), Gas Chromatography (GC), and High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), elucidating their applications in cannabinoid potency testing and contaminant detection.

Cannabinoid potency testing is emphasized as a critical aspect of cannabis analysis, determining levels of key compounds such as Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and Cannabidiol (CBD). The certification also addresses the paramount importance of testing for chemical and biological contaminants, including pesticides, microbes, and residual solvents, to ensure product integrity and consumer safety.

Participants will master the process of sample preparation, understand the principles of solvent extraction, and learn to employ various chromatographic techniques for the separation and quantification of cannabis constituents. The course also explores the challenges and solutions in visualizing non-colored cannabinoids, employing secondary methods like ultraviolet (UV) indicators and advanced detectors for accurate analysis.

The curriculum extends beyond potency and purity testing to encompass the identification of biological contaminants, leveraging both traditional methods and advanced techniques like Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR) for microbial analysis. This approach ensures that graduates are well-equipped to navigate complexities of cannabis testing, from sample preparation to the interpretation of analytical results.

It offers a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, preparing participants for the challenges of cannabis testing in a regulatory environment. Graduates of this certification will emerge as assets to the cannabis industry, ready to contribute to production of safe and compliant cannabis products.