ALM Global Announces Cannabis Specialist Designation
ALM Global announces the commencement of the Cannabis Insurance Coverage Specialist (CICS) designation.
The CICS designation is being developed by ALM subject matter experts and thought leaders in collaboration with insurance, legal and cannabis industry authorities, ALM said. Coursework for the designation is updated regularly to reflect the continuously evolving cannabis industry.
“As marijuana legalization progresses across America, we wanted to create a professional designation that would benefit everyone in or working in the ever-evolving cannabis industry.” Molly Miller said, ALM Chief Content Officer. “Coursework focuses on deep dives into the challenges and opportunities that businesses face every day.”
According to ALM CICS is the most complete professional study program available not only to insurance industry professionals, but also to growers, suppliers, manufacturers, pharmacies, and others seeking to master the subject of cannabis coverage.
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The six-course curriculum advances insurance professionals’ knowledge and skills related to the cannabis business. Those who complete the designation will gain insight into how the following relate to the cannabis industry:
- insurance
- crisis management
- Claim
- real estate
- worker’s compensation
- banking
Courses are also available individually for those seeking information on specific areas of the cannabis sector.
For more information on CICS designations, visit CICS web page for ALM.
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