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Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders is a four-week-long online certification course offered by the University of Colorado Boulder. The course is designed to help you learn how cannabis (marijuana) influences different types of anxiety disorders. The Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders certification by Coursera will help you understand the potential health effects of cannabis on mental health and brain disorders. You will learn about the key features of several anxiety disorders and the causes and risk factors of these disorders, traditional treatments, and the impact of various cannabinoids like THC and CBD.

The Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders certification is the third course in the four-part Medical Cannabis: The Health Effects of THC and CBD Specialization. This course has four modules, with 14 hours of classes and study materials, giving you an opportunity to learn about anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, traumatic brain injury, major depression, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, and Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.

Also Read: Online Mental Health Certification Courses

The Highlights

Offered by University of Colorado Boulder
4-week online course
Beginner level
14 hours of learning
Subtitles in 5 languages

Programme Offerings

Certificate of completion
Online Classes
Applied learning project
quizzes
Flexible learning

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
yes	CU BoulderCoursera

To obtain the Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders certification by Coursera, you must buy the Medical Cannabis: The Health Effects of THC and CBD Specialization. The cost of this specialisation is Rs. 4,079/- for 1 month, Rs. 8,159/- for 3 months, and Rs. 12,239/- for 6 months. By auditing the Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders online course, you can access the course materials for free, without receiving a certificate.

Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders Certification Fee Structure

Particulars	Details
1-month fee	Rs. 4,079/-
3-month fee	Rs. 8,159/-
6-month fee	Rs. 12,239/-
Course without certificate	Free

Eligibility Criteria

Certification Qualifying Details

To obtain the Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders certification by Coursera, you must finish all the courses in the Medical Cannabis: The Health Effects of THC and CBD Specialization. You also need to complete the applied learning project successfully to receive the certificate.

What you will learn

Knowledge of Psychology

After completing the Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders certification syllabus, you will learn about the different ways in which cannabis can interact with other medications and how to identify the symptoms of different mental health disorders so that you can distinguish between them and the effects of cannabis.

Upon completion of the Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders training, you will gain knowledge about the current state of research on cannabis as a treatment for mental health and neurological disorders and you will gain the skills to critically evaluate the research on cannabis and make informed decisions about its use.

Who it is for

Clinical PsychologistDrug InspectorHealthcare AdministratorNeuropsychologist

The Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders certification by Coursera is for anyone who takes an interest in the studies of brain disorders or the effects of cannabis. This course can also be useful to healthcare professionals such as:

Admission Details

Follow these steps to join the Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders classes:

Step 1: Browse the official URL: https://www.coursera.org/learn/mentalhealth-cannabis-cbd-thc

Step 2: Go to ‘Enroll for Free’

Step 3: Sign up or login with your credentials

Step 4: Choose the ideal duration to complete the course (1 month/ 3 months/ 6 months)

Step 5: You will be directed to the payment gateway. Pay the course fee and access the modules.

Application Details

The Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders online course is a part of the Medical Cannabis: The Health Effects of THC and CBD Specialization. To get a certificate, purchase all five courses. If you want to explore only this course, you can audit it for free without a certificate.

The Syllabus

Videos

Introduction to Module
Lecture - Anxiety and PTSD
Lecture - Epidemiology of Anxiety and PTSD
Lecture - Etiology of Anxiety and PTSD
Lecture - Treatments for Anxiety
Lecture - Cannabis, Anxiety, and PTSD
Lecture - Special Considerations for PTSD
Interview with Christine Rabinak

Readings

Lecture PDF
NAS Report
PTSD
Panic Disorder when Fear Overwhelms
Social Anxiety Disorder
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Lecture PDF
Lecture PDF
Lecture PDF
Lecture PDF
Lecture PDF

Practice Exercise

Quiz #8

Videos

Introduction to Module
Lecture - Overview of Psychosis and Mood Disorders
Interview with Sachin Patel
Lecture - Epidemiology of Mood Disorders and Psychosis
Lecture - Etiology of Mood Disorders and Psychosis
Lecture - Treatment of Mood Disorders and Psychosis
Lecture - Cannabis and Mood Disorders and Psychosis - Chicken or the Egg Conundrum
Lecture - Deep Dive on Cannabis and Psychosis

Readings

Lecture PDF
NAS Report
Depression
Bipolar Disorder
Schizophrenia
Depression: What You Need To Know
Lecture PDF
Lecture PDF
Lecture PDF
Lecture PDF
Lecture PDF

Practice Exercise

Quiz #9

Videos

Introduction to Module
Lecture - Multiple Sclerosis, Epilepsy, and Traumatic Brain Injury
Lecture - Epidemiology of MS, Epilepsy, and Traumatic Brain Injury
Lecture - Etiology of MS, Epilepsy, and Traumatic Brain Injury
Lecture - Treatments for MS, Epilepsy, and Traumatic Brain Injury
Lecture - Cannabis, MS, and Epilepsy
Lecture - Cannabis and Traumatic Brain Injury

Readings

Lecture PDF
Watch these videos
Lecture PDF
NAS Report
Traumatic Brain Injury Information Page: What research is being done?
Multiple Sclerosis Information Page: What research is being done?
Epilepsy Information Page: What research is being done?
Lecture PDF
Lecture PDF
Lecture PDF
Cannabis Therapeutics and the Future of Neurology, Russo
Lecture PDF

Practice Exercise

Quiz #10

Peer Review

Infographic Assignment #3

Videos

Introduction to Module
Lecture - Parkinson's Disease and Alzheimer's Disease
Lecture - Epidemiology of Parkinson's Disease and Alzheimer's Disease
Lecture - Etiology of Parkinson's Disease and Alzheimer's Disease
Lecture - Current Treatments for Parkinson's Disease and Alzheimer's Disease
Lecture - Cannabis and the Treatment of Parkinson's Disease and Alzheimer's Disease
Lecture - Recent Research on Cannabinoids, Parkinson's Disease, and Alzheimer's Disease
Interview with Dr. Maureen Leehey

Readings

Lecture PDF
Alzheimer's Disease
Parkinson's Disease
Lecture PDF
Lecture PDF
Lecture PDF
Lecture PDF
Lecture PDF

Practice Exercise

Quiz #11

Discussion Prompt

Exercise #3

Instructors

CU Boulder Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: I do not want the full specialisation, how do I access only the Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders online course?

If the four-part specialization doesn't interest you, you can audit this course for free. Auditing allows you access to all materials without needing to purchase the certificate.

2: What are the prerequisites for the Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders certification course?

You do not need any previous education or experience for this course.

3: What will I get if I buy the Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders online course?

You will get video lectures, readings, graded assignments, and the applied learning project.

4: What is the mode of the Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders classes?

The classes take place in online mode providing you with the option to take the class on your own time.

5: How many modules are in the Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders certification?

This online course consists of four modules, spanning approximately 14 hours.