kalamazoo Valley Community College
We are excited to announce a new partnership with Kalamazoo Valley Community College (KVCC) and their comprehensive Cannabis Certificate programs! If you're a current adult resident of Kalamazoo, you now have the opportunity to enroll in a Cannabis course at KVCC for free.
KVCC + sE Chamber
We’re proud to announce our partnership with Kalamazoo Valley Community College (KVCC) to make cannabis education more accessible than ever.
We understand that one of the biggest barriers to entering the cannabis industry is access to quality education. That’s why we’ve launched a financial aid initiative in collaboration with KVCC’s Cannabis Programs—exclusively for Kalamazoo city residents aged 21 and older.
Whether you're looking to start a career, launch a business, or expand your knowledge, this partnership is here to open doors.
Cannabis education. Local access. Zero cost.
KVCC offers 6 specialized, 9-week certificate courses:
Through our partnership with Kalamazoo Valley Community College (KVCC), you can now enroll in cannabis industry certification programs at no cost if you're a Kalamazoo city resident aged 21 or older.
If you have no Cannabis Industry experience you start with the Associate Program and then branch out to a Specialist track that fits your interests.
Cannabis Associate Specialist Certificate
Cannabis Cultivation Specialist Certificate
Cannabis Compliance Specialist Certificate
Cannabis Retail & Sales Specialist Certificate
Cannabis Medical Specialist Certificate
Cannabis Product Development Specialist
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain industry-specific skills and credentials that can launch your career in one of the fastest-growing industries in the country.
Seats are limited—don’t miss your chance to grow with us!
2026 Associate and Specialist Cohort Schedule
We will have 3 informationals this year to discuss financial aid and program details.
| Course | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 (Associate) | 1/13/2026 | 3/10/2026 |
| Course 2 (Specialist) | 3/10/2026 | 5/5/2026 |
| Course | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 (Associate) | 3/10/2026 | 5/5/2026 |
| Course 2 (Specialist) | 5/5/2026 | 6/30/2026 |
| Course | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 (Associate) | 5/5/2026 | 6/30/2026 |
| Course 2 (Specialist) | 6/30/2026 | 8/25/2026 |
| Course | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 (Associate) | 7/7/2026 | 9/1/2026 |
| Course 2 (Specialist) | 9/1/2026 | 10/27/2026 |
| Course | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 (Associate) | 9/1/2026 | 10/27/2026 |
| Course 2 (Specialist) | 11/3/2026 | 12/29/2026 |
| Course | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 (Associate) | 11/3/2026 | 12/29/2026 |
| Course 2 (Specialist) | 1/5/2027 | 3/2/2027 |
Please See the Financial Aid requirements and application below!
If you are interested in applying for this Financial aid program, please click the green button below!
Please see the requirements and application form below:
Applicant Requirements:
Applicants must be aged 21+
Applicants must live in Kalamazoo city limits, and must be able to verify address
Samples verifications includes:
Mail addressed to applicant
Passport
Driver’s license
Car insurance
Letter or affidavit of residency if staying in a shelter or other facility
Commit to completing the full 9 week course.