Membership Types
Promoting integrity and standards of practice in cannabis medicine, the SCC welcomes physicians and allied professionals employing medical cannabis in their practice to become members.
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5 Course Package: Basics
This 5-course package covers the essential science on the endocannabinoid system, botany, pharmacology, laboratory analysis, and the dosage and delivery of medical cannabis.
Special Offer for New & Returning Members
Join or renew your SCC membership and receive over $300 in free educational resources, including our 5-Course Basics Package and the Rooted in Evidence research booklet.
To renew, simply email [email protected] to request an updated invoice.
Membership Benefits – All Levels
- Access to our private online community with a regional directory to help you connect with experienced cannabis clinicians and researchers.
- Information sharing with physicians recommending and studying medicinal cannabis via an online internal member’s forum.
- 20% discount on education programs offered by SCC, including our online Medical Cannabis Clinical Training Curriculum.
- Free attendance at quarterly & annual meetings featuring global experts in the clinical cannabis field.
- An exclusive SCC member’s monthly email newsletter, delivering cutting edge cannabis research and breaking news to your inbox.
- Free access to all full-length educational videos.
- Annual dues support member meetings and the SCC website, which is constantly updated with the latest research studies on medical cannabis.
Membership Qualifiers:
- Holds a valid license to practice medicine including but not limited to MD, DO, DVM, FNP, ND, NP, PA, PharmD, RN, RPh, DDS.
- This level applies to those who are eligible to treat patients in their state or region.
- Demonstrates a continuing interest in cannabinoid medicine
- Agree to abide by SCC Practice Standards
Additional Benefits:
- Listing on our Physicians Locator Map, connecting you to patients and professionals who contact SCC in search of experienced cannabis clinicians and researchers.
- Ability to submit case reports.
Annual Dues: $225*
*Discounted rates are available for clinicians practicing in developing countries.
Clinicians
Allied Health Professionals & Research Associates
*formally known as “Clinical & Research Associates”
Membership Qualifiers:
- Holds a degree in healthcare or research, works at laboratories or academic institutions, or is a professional specializing in cannabis therapeutics (including but not limited to MS, PhD, acupuncturists, herbalists, nutritionists, health coaches, etc.)
- Demonstrates a continuing interest in cannabinoid medicine
Annual Dues: $185
Non-Clinicians
Membership Qualifiers:
- Anyone with a demonstrated interest in cannabinoid medicine who wishes to participate in the SCC community and support its mission. Includes not actively practicing or retired healthcare professionals.
Annual Dues: $165
Membership Qualifiers:
- Individuals active in the field of medical cannabis who wish to support SCC and its mission.
- This level includes patients, caregivers, and retired medical professionals.
Annual Dues: $145
Advocates & Allies
*formally known as “Health Care Associates”
Students, Veterans & people with a disability
Membership Qualifiers:
- Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program OR
- Veterans OR
- People with a disability
- Demonstrated interest in cannabinoid medicine
Annual Dues: $60
Membership Qualifiers:
- Individual members or for-profit organizations that wish to support the SCC
- Including but not limited to cannabis companies, dispensaries, product makers, consultant agencies, testing laboratories
- Commercial affiliates may not use their affiliation for marketing or promotional purposes, and do not vote, however requests can be submitted for event promotion
Added Benefits:
- Prime Logo Placement – Showcase your brand on the SCC homepage for maximum visibility.
- Tailored Promotional Features – Get custom-crafted blurbs in our Quarterly Commercial Affiliate Newsletters, reaching key audiences.
- Exclusive Company Spotlight – Enjoy a dedicated Featured Company page within SCC’s private network, enhancing your industry credibility.
- Public Recognition – Be prominently listed as a valued sponsor on the SCC public webpage, boosting your brand’s authority.
- Seal of Trust & Support – Gain the official SCC Seal of Support, showcasing your commitment to excellence and industry leadership.
Annual Dues: $999
Commercial Affiliates
*formally known as “Affiliates”
Renew Membership
If you are an existing member and wish to renew, please log in to the Members Portal for instructions. If you have questions about your membership status, please send us an email.
Thank you for your continued support.