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VIN PHAR107-0822: Cannabis in Veterinary Medicine

The lectures for this course will be presented in an audio format using a webinar platform.

Presenters: Trina Hazzah, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology), CVC
Gary Richter, MS, DVM, CVA, CVC, GDVWHM
Jeff Pollard, DVM, ABVP Canine and Feline
Course Open: August 25-September 11, 2022
Real Time Sessions (RTS): Thursday, September 1, 2022; 8:00-10:00 pm ET (USA) World Clock Converter
Total CE Credit: 2
RACE Category: 2 hours Medical


Enrollment is closed.  

Tuition: Member $46 ($41 early bird special if enrolled by August 11, 2022)
Non-Member $110($99 early bird special if enrolled by August 11, 2022)
Prices are listed in US dollars.


Course Information:
Did you know that there are some states where you as a veterinarian can legally discuss, recommend and even dispense hemp-derived cannabis? With cannabis science and the legal environment rapidly changing throughout the country, if not the world, we are excited to provide up-to-date information on medical and legal topics pertaining to cannabis in veterinary medicine. We are going to review crucial terminology which will assist the participant’s in understanding both the scientific and legal portions of the lecture. The lecture will be split into four sections consisting of:
  1. A review of important terminology and cannabis plant biology and physiology
  2. Clinically applicable tips to consider when using cannabis in practice.
  3. Veterinary-specific legal updates involving cannabis in multiple US states, with a focus on California.
  4. An informal question and answer session to ask the speakers any questions you want on cannabis.
Please note - completion of this course does not authorize the participant to prescribe, discuss, and/or distribute any type of cannabis product. Participants should explore the local, regional, and national restrictions concerning cannabis as it applies to them and to their practice.


Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of the course, the participant should be able to
  • understand exactly what cannabis is and how it works for veterinary patients.
  • understand the terminology of cannabis and the endocannabinoid system.
  • have a basic understanding of the cannabis-related legislation in their state.
  • communicate legally and ethically with clients about cannabis products.
  • understand medical indications, contraindications, drug-herb interactions, and how to choose or guide their clients toward high-quality cannabis products for their patients.


Level and Prerequisites: This basic VIN CE course is open for enrollment to veterinarians and veterinary technicians/technologists interested in the use of cannabis in veterinary medicine.
Accreditation: This course is approved for 2 hours of continuing education credit by RACE for veterinarians and veterinary technicians/technologists. (RACE 20-932742)


Course Agenda:

Week 1 (Real Time Session September 1, 2022): Cannabis in Veterinary Medicine


Successful completion (scoring 80% or better) on the end-of-course test is required to earn a certificate of completion for the course. To learn more about the requirements for earning a CE certificate, please refer to Receiving Your CE Credit and Course Completion Certificate.

Course Materials: Course materials will be available in the course library prior to each Real Time Session.
Required Textbook(s): There is no required textbook for this course.


Enrollment is closed.  

Tuition: Member $46 ($41 early bird special if enrolled by August 11, 2022)
Non-Member $110($99 early bird special if enrolled by August 11, 2022)
Prices are listed in US dollars.


*To ensure participants are ready and prepared for classes, enrollment will close on August 31, 2022 at 5 pm ET (USA) or when the maximum number of participants is reached.

*For more information on how online CE works, see the Participant Resource Center.


Enrollment qualifications:
  1. VIN CE Courses:
    1. VIN CE courses are open to VIN member, VIN student member, and non-member veterinarians.
    2. Veterinary support staff must be VSPN members in order to enroll in a VIN CE course open to VSPN member enrollment.
  2. VSPN CE Courses:
    1. VSPN CE courses are open to veterinary support staff and veterinarians.
    2. Only VIN and VSPN members can enroll in a VSPN CE course.
    3. Veterinarians will only receive credit for those VSPN CE courses that specify in the Accreditation statement that the course is accredited for veterinarians.
  3. Please check the course Level and Prerequisites, Accreditation, and Tuition before enrolling.
  4. Each enrollee must be able to receive emails from @vspn.org and @vin.com addresses.
    1. Email is our major form of communication with participants; personal emails are highly recommended rather than clinic/hospital email addresses.
  5. For further assistance call 800-846-0028 ext. 797 or email CEonVIN@vin.com. Please include the course title, your full name, and contact information in your correspondence.


Course withdrawal and refund policy: A complete refund of the paid course price will be issued when your withdrawal request is received prior to the listed start date of the course. If you wish to withdraw after the start date please contact the VIN office 800-846-0028 ext. 797 to discuss eligibility for a pro-rated refund.

*For more information on VIN's upcoming CE courses, check the VIN Course Catalog.

Katherine James, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM)
VIN Education Director

VIN CE Services: CEonVIN@vin.com
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