We build the cannabis workforce – and the equity ecosystem behind it.

From individual career seekers to cities and colleges, Higher Learning Institutions

delivers turnkey cannabis training and social equity programs.

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THE vocational school for the cannabis industry! Grow with us at enroll@yourhigherlearning.com

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Are you a beginner, expert, or somewhere in between?

We offer a variety of high-quality courses and business development services, designed to prepare you for a well-paying, rewarding career. Get trained, get to work—and start getting paid. Take the Career Training Readiness Quiz. It just takes a few minutes!

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Higher Learning Institutions started in the inner cities, prioritizing, educating, and training individuals in disproportionately impacted areas. Our programs empower students to follow their passions and find gainful employment in the cannabis industry.

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For Individuals – ELEVATE

“10‑week Cannabis Equity Accelerator for career seekers and entrepreneurs.”
“Compliance‑first training, hands‑on learning, and industry connections.”
“Average 85% job placement and 10x ROI in first year.”

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For Cities & Institutions – CULTIVATE

“12‑month Cannabis Equity Implementation Partnership.”
“Turn excise tax and workforce funds into jobs, businesses, and measurable equity outcomes.”
“Proven Muskegon model with documented job creation and business launches.”

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Why Higher Learning?

Ready to get started?

If you are ready to fire up your passion for learning and working in the fast-growing legal cannabis industry —you’ve come to the right place! Join the skilled professionals turning their passions into profit every single day. Higher Learning can help you ignite your path to the future of success!

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ELEVATE – Cannabis Equity Accelerator(Individuals)

CULTIVATE – Cannabis Equity Implementation Partnership(Cities & Institutions)

A 10‑week accelerator that turns your cannabis experience into credentials, compliance skills, and real job opportunities.

Live weekly training that covers compliance, operations, retail, and business fundamentals.
Built for legacy market experience, career changers, and aspiring cannabis entrepreneurs.
Strong placement outcomes into roles typically paying 40K–100K with a clear path to ownership.

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CULTIVATE – Cannabis Equity Implementation Partnership(Cities & Institutions)

A 12‑month partnership that helps cities and institutions design and launch turnkey cannabis workforce and small‑business ecosystems.

Four‑phase framework: discovery, program design, implementation, and long‑term sustainability.
Uses reimbursement‑based, receipt‑verified models to protect public funds and prevent grant fraud.
Built to convert cannabis policy and funding into measurable jobs, local businesses, and tax revenue.

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Consulting & Social Equity Plans(License Applicants & Operators)

CULTIVATE – Cannabis Equity Implementation Partnership(Cities & Institutions)

Consulting & Social Equity Plans(License Applicants & Operators)

Done‑for‑you plans, applications, and workforce solutions for license applicants and operators.

Social Equity Plans and application support designed to meet state and municipal requirements.
Workforce pipelines and compliance training so you can hire trained local staff from day one.
Strategic advisory for integrating equity, community impact, and staffing into your business model.

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We build the cannabis workforce – and the equity ecosystem behind it.

THE vocational school for the cannabis industry! Grow with us at enroll@yourhigherlearning.com

Get started here

Our programs

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For Individuals – ELEVATE

For Cities & Institutions – CULTIVATE

Why Higher Learning?

Ready to get started?

Look who is talking about Higher Learning!

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ELEVATE – Cannabis Equity Accelerator(Individuals)

CULTIVATE – Cannabis Equity Implementation Partnership(Cities & Institutions)

CULTIVATE – Cannabis Equity Implementation Partnership(Cities & Institutions)

CULTIVATE – Cannabis Equity Implementation Partnership(Cities & Institutions)

CULTIVATE – Cannabis Equity Implementation Partnership(Cities & Institutions)

CULTIVATE – Cannabis Equity Implementation Partnership(Cities & Institutions)

Consulting & Social Equity Plans(License Applicants & Operators)

CULTIVATE – Cannabis Equity Implementation Partnership(Cities & Institutions)

Consulting & Social Equity Plans(License Applicants & Operators)

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