Higher Certificate in Cannabis Production & Management

From seed to success: Master Cannabis production and management.
  • SAQA ID 124085
  • NQF Level 5
  • 120 Credits

Why should I take this course?

Study Africa’s first fully accredited Higher Education qualification at Africa's first and leading Cannabis & Hemp Education Company!

Get ahead, get employed and join us as we lead the way in building a vibrant, sustainable industry!
We are proud to announce Africa’s first fully accredited Higher Education qualification in the Cannabis sector—a revolutionary milestone for the industry. This achievement marks the culmination of years of dedicated effort, navigating the challenges of a nascent industry and overcoming a lack of understanding about the sector's immense potential.

Our 1-year Higher Certificate in Cannabis Production & Management is designed to equip you with everything you need to launch a successful career in the Cannabis industry. This program is more than just a qualification—it’s a gateway to a thriving sector poised for exponential growth.

No other Cannabis program in the world delves into the breadth and depth of topics that this course covers. Beyond theoretical knowledge, the program integrates daily practical sessions and immersive industry tours, providing unparalleled hands-on experience.The curriculum is robust, covering essential topics that prepare students for real-world applications. This is not just a course—it’s a transformative step forward, empowering individuals to shape the future of Cannabis in Africa and beyond.
In a world where mechanisation and AI is having an impact on career paths and job opportunities, sunrise industries like the Cannabis industry are more important than ever.
course Overview

Here is what we will cover in
this course

Medical Cannabis
(01 MedCan)

  • -An Ancient Plant for Modern Illnesses
  • -Legal Landscape
  • -The Endocannabinoid System
  • -Cannabinoids and Terpenes
  • -Clinical Practice
  • -Delivery Systems for Cannabis
  • -Dosing
  • -Medical Myth and Fact
  • -Cannabis and Opioids
  • -Case Studies (country / illness specific)

Plant Botany and an Introduction to Cultivation
(02 CannaBotCult)

  • -Plant Botany
  • -The Chemistry of the Cannabis Plant
  • -Seeds: Genetics and Strain Selection
  • -The Growing Stages of Cannabis
  • -Companion Planting
  • -Indoor and Outdoor Growing
  • -Growing Practical

Cultivation Management and Techniques
(03 CannaCultMgtTech)

  • -Growing Methods & Mediums
  • -Nutrients: Deficiencies and Excesses
  • -Stress and Diseases
  • -Fungi and Bacteria
  • -Cloning Cannabis
  • -Maintenance Techniques
  • -Maximising Quality and Yields
  • -Trichomes and the Cannabis Maturity Index
  • -Harvesting Techniques
  • -Curing and Storing Methods
  • -Growing Practicals

Commercial cultivation
 (04 CommCult)

  • -Site selection
  • -Infrastructure and equipment
  • -Capacity
  • -Environmental
  • -Water
  • -Farming financials
  • -Compliance
  • -Growing style
  • -Growing mediums
  • -Nutrients
  • -Source materials (Seeds, clones)
  • -Automation
  • -Facilities
  • -Manipulation
  • -Sustainability

Cannabusiness
(05 CannaBus)

  • -Industry Structure and Value Chain-Supply Chain Management
  • -An Introduction to Entrepreneurship
  • -Cannabis Clubs and Dispensaries
  • -Project Management
  • -Cannabis Industry Roles and Recruitment
  • -Compliance and Regulation
  • -Testing
  • -Extraction
  • -Legal
  • -Industrial Farming and Scaling Up
  • -The Principles of Marketing
  • -Marketing for the Cannabis Industry
  • -Industrial Hemp
  • -Starting Your Own Cannabis Business (Bus plans, budgets)

Sustainability and Wellness
(06 SusWell)

  • -Soil Science
  • -Mindfulness
  • -Health and Nutrition
  • -Food as Medicine (Indigenous Plant Medicine)
  • -Cooking with Cannabis
  • -Food Security
  • -An Introduction to Psilocybin and New Age Medicines
  • -An Introduction to Futurism

New Sustainable Farming Methods
(07 SusFarmMeth)

  • -Introduction to Permaculture
  • -Introduction to Hydroponics
  • -Introduction to Aquaponics
  • -Organic Growing

Everything You Need to Know Before You Enroll

Course Details, Fees & Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements

  • Must be 18 years or older on the course start date.
  • Must have a Grade 12 (National Senior Certificate / Matric) or an equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification, which can include vocational certificates, or higher.

Next Intake

February 2026

Course Fees

- R76,000 per person (paid upfront)
- Instalments available on request (2 or 8 instalments at additional surcharge and subject to credit checks)
- Recommend a friend and get a 10% discount when they enroll.

Method of Delivery

In person - Full time in English
NQF Level 5 (120 credits) 

Cheeba Cannabis Academy Campus, Rivonia, Johannesburg  

Course Outcomes

MEDICAL CANNABIS
Graduates will apply legal and therapeutic knowledge to support medical Cannabis patients, providing education on products, consumption methods, and compliance, while connecting patients with healthcare providers to optimise treatment outcomes.

PLANT BOTANY & INTRODUCTION TO CULTIVATION
Graduates will identify plant parts, understand genetics, and assess environmental impacts on cultivation. They will apply knowledge of chemotypes, phenotypes, and cultivation techniques to grow healthy Cannabis plants from seed to harvest, evaluating different growing methods.

CULTIVATION MANAGEMENT & TECHNIQUES
Graduates will manage various cultivation methods, select and care for tools, maintain plant health, and implement best practices for cloning, harvesting, curing, and storing, ensuring high-quality yields from seed to harvest.

COMMERCIAL CULTIVATION
Graduates will navigate South African Cannabis regulations, apply financial management to commercial operations, assess cultivation site viability, manage large-scale growing conditions, and develop sustainable production strategies.

CANNABUSINESS
Graduates will understand industry structure, legal frameworks, and licensing, develop expertise in extraction, industrial farming, and project management, identify entrepreneurial opportunities, craft marketing strategies, and create business plans for new ventures.

SUSTAINABILITY & WELLNESS
Graduates will assess soil suitability, enhance productivity, minimise environmental impact, and gain knowledge in nutrition, medicinal plants, mindfulness, and pharmacology. Practical skills include Cannabis decarboxylation and understanding future health, technology, and socio-economic trends.

SUSTAINABLE FARMING METHODS
Graduates will design and manage sustainable systems including permaculture, hydroponics, aquaponics, and organic farming. They will create self-regulating systems, manage greenhouses, design aquaponic units, maintain soil fertility, and comply with South African regulations.


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I attended the grow course and I was sorry when it ended. Cuban Zulu, Michael, insanely compact and well covered course. You lads know your thing! Thanks a lot, it was a great experience. You’re going to see more of us. 
David Borland
I can definitely recommend this course to anyone looking to expand their knowledge on growing cannabis. I enjoyed every minute of it. I learned a lot and will definitely be back for the rest of the courses. 
grant
The course was well organized and detailed information was provided. Doing at your own pace and time was helpful.
Ms. Raeesa Battey, Lecturer: Pharmacy, TUT

Frequently asked questions

What is the accreditation?

NQF Level 5 (120 Credits)
SAQA ID: 124085
CHE Reg No: H/PR1283/AR003CAN
DHET Reg No: 2025/HE07/006

How is the course delivered?

Full-time, in-person at Cheeba Cannabis Academy Campus, Rivonia, Johannesburg.
Includes daily practicals and industry excursions for hands-on experience.

What career opportunities will this course open?

Graduates will be equipped for a wide range of roles across the Cannabis sector and related industries. This includes careers in cultivation and production management, medical Cannabis consulting, research and development, sustainability and agricultural innovation, regulatory compliance, product development, and business management. The program also prepares students to launch their own Cannabis ventures or work in allied industries such as health and wellness, pharmaceuticals, and hemp-based products. Essentially, it opens doors to any role where expert knowledge of Cannabis and its applications is valued.

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