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How a Cannabis Training Center Can Help You Land a Cannabis Dispensary Job (2022)
How to Land a Cannabis Dispensary Job in Illinois
Ever since Illinois legalized recreational cannabis, everyone wants to get their foot in the door.
Whether you're ready to pivot your career or the cannabis industry has been a lifelong dream, a cannabis job where you help people and work with the plant you love isn't out of reach. However, the competitiveness of the cannabis industry in Illinois is sky-high — which means you need to stand out among the crowd.
Read along to discover how to land a cannabis dispensary position in Illinois with the help of a cannabis training center.
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Illinois and the Cannabis Industry
In 2019, Illinois made the landmark decision to legalize recreational cannabis through the state legislature. Unlike any other state, Illinois did not legalize recreational marijuana by a voter initiative or referendum.
Ever since, cannabis sales are through-the-roof — which means cannabis dispensaries need all hands on deck to handle the never-ending flood of customers. For reference, adult-use cannabis dispensaries in Illinois sold over $120 million worth of cannabis products in August 2021.
Recently, the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has notified hundreds of applicants that they have been selected for an adult-use cannabis dispensaries license. However, few licensed dispensaries are officially open.
If you're seeking a cannabis dispensary position, such as becoming a budtender or dispensary manager, there's no better time than now to get the training you need.
How To Land Your Dream Job in The Cannabis Industry in Illinois
If you're already on the hunt for a cannabis job in Illinois — we don't need to give you more FOMO (or FOMOOAOIAGO - Fear Of Missing Out On A Once-In-A-Generation Opportunity) with record-breaking figures and success stories.
Instead, we'll show you how to land the job of your dreams in the cannabis industry in Illinois.
Meet Illinois Cannabis Training Center — the premier training facility in Illinois to help you develop the knowledge and skills you need to thrive in dispensary jobs in Illinois. ICTC has two signature program offerings- State-Approved Responsible Vendor Certification and the Mock Dispensary Bootcamp
State-Approved Responsible Vendor Certification
ICTC’s State-Approved Responsible Vendor Certification is designed to bring you up-to-speed on the IDFPR's Responsible Vendor Program. As of September 1st, 2019, all prospective cannabis dispensary employees (agents) must complete the Responsible Vendor Program. According to the state of Illinois, this certification “is required for any individual involved in the handling and sale of cannabis or cannabis-infused products.”
Without completing the Responsible Vendor Program, you will not be eligible to work in Illinois’ cannabis industry. Therefore, you must complete the Responsible Vendor Program before receiving your license to work at a local adult-use cannabis dispensary. While you do not need your Responsible Vendor Certification to apply for a dispensary job, the certification will give you an added advantage in your job interview by allowing you to communicate your understanding of key compliances and rules you will be expected to follow in an Illinois dispensary or any jobs in cannabis in Illinois. You will be required to complete your Responsible Vendor Certification before your first day on the job and we hope you choose Illinois Cannabis Training Center.
The Illinois Cannabis Training Center is one of the select organizations approved by the State of Illinois to provide the Responsible Vendor Certification, also known as Dispensary Agent Training. Illinois Cannabis Training Center is the only training center that works with experts in the Illinois cannabis industry and is black-owned, veteran-owned, and committed to advancing social equity. Whether online or instructor-led — the Illinois Cannabis Training Center is ready to educate you on the handling and selling of recreational cannabis in Illinois. By choosing Illinois Cannabis Training Center, you’ll receive a great education and support a great mission.
As you can see, joining the cannabis industry in Illinois takes effort, dedication, and the right training center.
Accelerated Dispensary Bootcamp
Illinois Cannabis Training Center is the first training center in the country to offer the Accelerated Dispensary Bootcamp, a learning experience designed to train the first generation of dispensary leaders in the Illinois cannabis industry.
To work in an Illinois dispensary and land a job in the Illinois cannabis industry, you will need to stand out. Illinois Cannabis Training Center’s Mock Dispensary Bootcamp is the only training program offering an authentic simulation of a dispensary environment. You’ll get to work with real industry equipment, get hands-on with BioTrack THC, the state’s only seed-to-sale tracking system, and participate in fun activities that will help you excel at any Illinois dispensary.
Participants leave the experience with more than just smiles and awesome giveaways. Should they pass the final exam, each participant earns a 5-hour training certificate exemplifying the knowledge and skills they have acquired through the Accelerated Dispensary Bootcamp.
People First
The cannabis industry is exceptionally people-first and soft skills are key to getting hired in cannabis.
In other words, dispensary agents are regularly communicating with customers and co-workers. If you're a budtender, half the job is discussing cannabis products and listening to customer's needs. Furthermore, cannabis dispensaries are incredibly fast-paced, which requires effective communication among co-workers.
With ICTC's Mock Dispensary Bootcamp, you'll learn how to operate within the fast-paced setting of an adult-use cannabis dispensary. From providing customer service to social networking, the Mock Dispensary Bootcamp program is focused on people-first.
Additional Benefits of ICTC
Aside from obtaining the education needed to become a legal cannabis dispensary agent in Illinois, ICTC provides illuminating expertise and resources in the cannabis industry that will help you access jobs in cannabis in Illinois.
Let's take a look at additional benefits that come from working with Illinois Cannabis Training Center.
Extensive Cannabis Industry Expertise
The Illinois Cannabis Training Center is led by individuals that have extensive experience in the cannabis industry. From successfully applying for cannabis business licenses to educating numerous students, the professionals at ICTC are filled to the brim with essential knowledge that can place you at an advantage in the cannabis industry.
Effective Learning
Another benefit of the Illinois Cannabis Training Center is its unique program offerings that were designed to set participants up for success.
The Responsible Vendor Certification lays a foundation for up-to-date cannabis guidelines in Illinois, while the Accelerated Dispensary Bootcamp will help you stand out from the crowd when applying for dispensary jobs. From safe use to safe storage of cannabis products, Illinois Cannabis Training Center effectively provides everything you need to know to be a great dispensary agent and team leader.
With a focus on compliance, ICTC's training curriculum is designed to enhance students’ retention of the most important information. Furthermore, students love the experience. 97% of Mock Dispensary alumni would recommend the program to a friend or colleague.
Ongoing Support through Vibrant, Diverse Cannabis Community
The reality is that many times who you know matters more than what you know. In other words, there is tremendous value in your cannabis industry network at helping you identify opportunities to start your cannabis career.
ICTC’s IL Cannabis Resource Networking Night is a unique opportunity for you to receive education and network with key stakeholders in the Illinois cannabis industry like new license winners, ancillary cannabis business owners, industry professional, or even other information seekers who simply share your passion for cannabis.
Cannabis Job Board
Cannabis business owners and hiring managers use the Cannabis Community Job Board to share open roles in the cannabis industry. Find open roles in the cannabis industry today! Get started now.
Receive The Education You Need to Enter Illinois' Growing Cannabis Industry
Whether you have a shining resume or extensive retail experience, Illinois requires specific training to become a cannabis dispensary operator. Without cannabis dispensary training, you will not be eligible to work for a dispensing organization.
If you're ready to catch the green wave towards a new career in the cannabis industry, there's no better time than now to receive the education you need from the Illinois Cannabis Training Center.
Learn more about the Accelerated Dispensary Bootcamp
Sign up for the next IL Cannabis Resource Networking Night
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