Intended Audience:

Businesses and organizations in the cannabis industry seeking a turnkey, fully integrated onboarding solution for new hires. Designed for dispensaries, cultivation facilities, manufacturers, and other licensed establishments requiring compliance with state regulations and company policies.

Course Overview & Benefits:

The 5-STAR Basic Onboarding Bundle streamlines workforce integration by combining essential industry certifications with compliance-driven training. This package ensures employees meet regulatory and company standards while reducing administrative burden.

Included in this bundle:

• Cannabis Establishment Technician (CET) + HIPAA Course: Comprehensive training covering cannabis industry roles, regulatory requirements, and HIPAA compliance for handling sensitive patient information. Supports adherence to state-specific cannabis laws and confidentiality policies per NMAC 16.8.2 regulations, ensuring workforce readiness.
• Background Checks: A complete national and state background screening process aligned with legal and industry standards to maintain compliance and mitigate risk. Uses Checkr, the industry-standard background screening service.

Duration & Renewal:

CET + HIPAA Course: Approximately 4.5 hours, with annual renewal recommended to maintain compliance.
Background Check: One-time process, subject to employer review and re-screening policies.

Integration:

Fully compatible with existing company onboarding programs, ensuring compliance with internal SOPs and industry regulations. Reduces HR workload by automating compliance training and certification tracking.

Access:

12-month enrollment for on-demand learning and certification management.

Important Notices:

• The Food Handlers Safety Certificate is not covered in this bundle, although likely necessary for work in regulated industries - see the 5-STAR Pro Bundle to include it.
• Background checks run through a partnership with Checkr incur passthrough service fees for facilitations.

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