Use the Responsible Cannabis Agent (RCA) certificate program to comply with Missouri regulations effective August 2023.
- ANAB-accredited for cannabis facilities.
- Build industry skills that meet Missouri DHSS/DCR rules (19 CSR 100-1.100(4)(C))
- Directly supports FOCUS Standards QMS tools for Missouri - to create or streamline your own Quality Management System (QMS).
- Easily extend the training to fit your own facility needs
All cannabis businesses in the state are required to implement a Quality Management System as of August 1st, 2023.
The new rule (19 CSR 100-1.100(4)(c)) states:
- Licensees shall implement a quality management system using a published standard, such as those offered by FOCUS International, within one (1) year of the date the facility receives department approval to operate.
- The chosen standard shall be applicable to the licensee’s facility type and be implemented with emphasis on regulatory compliance.
- Licensees must be in compliance with 19 CSR 100-1.100(4)(C) by August 1, 2023.
The ANSI-accredited certificate program is based on FOCUS International published standards for medical and adult-use cannabis facilities.
For the FACILITY MANAGER
The Responsible Cannabis Agent certificate program trains employees to be part of your QMS programs.
You can create the best training program in the industry with the built-in Compliance Center.
For the EMPLOYEE
Program Content
1. FOCUS Standards.
2. Cannabis industry introduction.
3. Quality Management System (QMS) and operational programs.
1. Cannabis plant basics
2. Cannabinoids and potency
3. Common products and use
4. Effects on the human body
5. At-risk user groups
1. Management roles and
responsibilities
2. Responsible employee basics
3. Quality Management System (QMS) program roles for employees
• Trainer
• Health and safety coordinator
• First-aid provider
• Hazard control coordinator
• Recall coordinator
• Transport team member
• Security team member
• Dispensary employee or vendor (also known as budtender)
1. Cannabis history and laws
2. Common US State regulations in the cannabis industry
3. Common compliance requirements for cannabis facilities
1. Health and Safety Guidelines
2. Disease and illness
3. Contamination risks
4. Worker hygiene practices
License Fee
Responsible Cannabis Agent Certificate Program
Register and use two course levels for free. Then pay the license fee within the app.
$395
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Responsible Cannabis Agent (RCA) program will be per-requisite to additional training programs, for managers and for industry-specific needs.
Yes, just contact any of us at Cogneti. We have a number of options to fit your needs.
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