New Jersey Medical Handler Certification

The New Jersey Medical Cannabis Handler Certification is mandated under C.24:6I-7(j) of the New Jersey Statutes, requiring all owners, directors, officers, and employees of medical cannabis cultivators, manufacturers, dispensaries, and clinical registrants to complete at least eight hours of annual training tailored to their specific roles. Training ensures compliance with state regulations, confidentiality standards, and operational best practices, establishing the state’s commitment to professionalism, security, and patient care with medical cannabis.

In compliance with C.24:6I-7(j), this certification equips handlers to navigate the complexities of medical cannabis operations while adhering to the highest standards of care and security. The program provides essential training in areas such as maintaining confidentiality, secure handling of medical cannabis, and comprehensive record-keeping. Participants will learn to document every delivery and dispensation of medical cannabis, including details like delivery dates, times, locations, patient or caregiver information, and handler certification numbers.

The program also addresses New Jersey’s rigorous security requirements outlined in C.24:6I-7(k) and C.24:6I-47(m). Medical cannabis handlers are trained to uphold 24/7 security protocols at all facilities and ensure the safe transportation of cannabis to registered qualifying patients or caregivers. These measures include monitoring and oversight by the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJ-CRC) to protect the integrity of the state’s medical cannabis program. Additionally, the certification incorporates training on inclusivity and accessibility, supporting the requirements in C.24:6I-7(j)(2).

This includes guidance on providing interpreter services for patients with visual or hearing impairments, ensuring that medical cannabis is accessible to all individuals in need. Employers are encouraged to implement these services as part of their commitment to equitable and inclusive patient care. The Medical Cannabis Handler Certification goes beyond meeting legal requirements – it is a professional standard that distinguishes certified individuals as leaders in New Jersey’s medical cannabis industry. Whether working in cultivation, manufacturing, or dispensing, certified handlers contribute to a safe, compliant, and compassionate medical cannabis ecosystem.