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Copyright © Sativa Science Club, 2018, SSC-SAFE Policies & Procedures, All Rights Reserved
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
For SSC-SAFE Certification and E-learning
EDUCATION THAT TAKES YOU HIGHER
www.sativascienceclub.com
info@sativascienceclub.com
(971)331-0341
Copyright © Sativa Science Club, 2018, SSC-SAFE Policies & Procedures, All Rights Reserved
Table of Contents
EDUCATION THAT TAKES YOU HIGHER 1
ENTRANCE AND ENROLLMENT 3
THE REGISTRATION PROCESS 4
CERTIFICATION PROGRAM OVERVIEW 5
CLASS SCHEDULE 6
GRADING POLICY 7
REFUND POLICY 11
Copyright © Sativa Science Club, 2018, SSC-SAFE Policies & Procedures, All Rights ReservedWelcome to SSC-SAFE Certification
A FREE Budtender Training Initiative
SSC-SAFE is a collaborative effort to uplift and uphold quality standards worldwide. This
FREE Turnkey employee training program contains everything you need to keep your team
up to date on the latest in cannabis research. The process is easy:
1. Enroll your company in the SSC-SAFE program
2. Take our Train the Trainer E-course to learn the best way to implement the program
3. Certify a minimum of one manager and commit to training your employees
4. Receive your SAFE-Certified window decal to display on your storefront window.
ENTRANCE AND ENROLLMENT
Entrance Requirements
Sativa Science Club (SSC) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, veteran status, disability
or genetic information. However, due to local and federal law all students must be 21
years of age or older to enroll.
Students with Disabilities
SSC will provide academic adjustments, auxiliary aids and reasonable accommodations to
students with disabilities, that are necessary to ensure students are not denied the benefits
of, or excluded from participation in SSC’s program. SSC will make modifications to its
academic requirements that are necessary to ensure that the requirements do not
discriminate against students with disabilities.
Documentation of disability from a qualified medical or other licensed practitioner is
required before a student with disabilities requests reasonable accomodations. Please
contact SSC’s Executive Director if you would like to request a reasonable accommodation
and to supply sufficient documentation. All information pertaining to a student’s disability
will be kept private between the student, Executive Director, and necessary faculty
members (if any). Accommodations are individually determined according to the
documented need.
Some more typical accommodations include:
● Test accommodations: This may include lengthening the time required to take
an exam or providing a private room for testing for on ground students;
Copyright © Sativa Science Club, 2018, SSC-SAFE Policies & Procedures, All Rights Reserved● Referrals, where appropriate and possible.
SSC is not obligated to provide accommodations that would result in an undue financial or
administrative burden on SSC. If the Executive Director decides that a requested
accommodation might impose such a burden, the Executive Director will take into account
the overall financial resources of SSC. The Executive Director will make the final decision,
in accord with the requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the
Americans with Disabilities Act. If the Executive Director determines that the requested
accommodation would be an undue burden, the Executive Director will promptly search
for an equally effective alternate accommodation for the student and offer the alternate
accommodation to the student.
Enrollment Procedures
Businesses may enroll in the SSC-SAFE Certification program at any time. Online students
are required to have access to a computer with high speed internet access in order to
properly view and participate in SSC online courses. Our online learning modules operate
most efficiently on Google chrome. We highly suggest installing the Google Chrome
browser at least one desktop computer in your workplace in order to facilitate training.
Previous & Transferable Credits
SSC does not accept previous or transferable credits from outside institutions for the
online certification program.
THE REGISTRATION PROCESS
Forms and Registration
The first step towards becoming a SAFE-Certified company is to read this packet and sign
to verify that you understand the material in your new student enrollment forms. We
encourage you to make photocopies for proof of enrollment.
Payments
SSC-SAFE Certification is a FREE program. If you would like to add extra services to your
package, you can do this by visiting https://www.sativascienceclub.com/biz/ or any of our
affiliate web pages.
Student Intake
Each employee will be required to fill out the SSC-SAFE enrollment form. This helps us
keep track of your progress and ensures that each individual student has adequate support
each step of the way.
Copyright © Sativa Science Club, 2018, SSC-SAFE Policies & Procedures, All Rights ReservedMentorship
Every SSC student is assigned a single point of contact upon registration. This is your
trusted advisor and mentor throughout the program. This person will be in touch regarding
your test and exam scores and provide any useful resources that may support you along
the way. Your employees can reach out to this person via email at any time.
TRAIN THE TRAINER
Management Training
Upon registration, a minimum on one managing member must complete the Train the
Trainer program. This two part webinar training includes helpful templates, schedules,
handouts, and PDFs that to help your company stay on track.
CERTIFICATION PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Intro To Botany
This course offers a comprehensive study of plant science through the perspective of
Cannabis Sp. We cover a wide range of topics such as the basics of botany, the taxonomy
of Cannabis, the Indica and Sativa myth, Hemp vs Cannabis distinction, and the differences
between genotype, chemotype and phenotype.
Intro To Compounds
Ever wonder why one type of Cannabis makes you sleepy while another type has an
energizing effect? It’s the compounds! Cannabis is home to a diverse array of compounds
that are responsible for many of its reported medicinal and recreational effects. In this
series we take a look at the different classes of compounds present in Cannabis and
explore their many properties, while examining the necessity of decarboxylation.
Intro To The ECS
Now that we know the different compounds in Cannabis we must look at what happens
when we consume them. In the course we explore the Endocannabinoid Receptor System,
specific receptor binding mechanisms of cannabinoids, the signaling pathways they
initiate, and how it all relates to effect. We will also dive into the Ensemble Theory and
discuss how many of the synergistic relationships among compounds.
Copyright © Sativa Science Club, 2018, SSC-SAFE Policies & Procedures, All Rights ReservedConsumption Methods
Edibles, topicals, flowers oh my! In this course we take a look at the ways we consume
Cannabis, how they work, and why they make us feel so different. We’ll also explore
popular Cannabis products and discuss the most appropriate applications for each.
Tests & Exams
Each lesson will conclude with a practice quiz. We suggest taking the quiz before and after
reviewing the material to track progress along the way. We’ve provided a chart to help
your employees track their progress along the way. In order to demonstrate proficiency
and exemplary understanding of the subject matter, upon completion of the ten part
series, each student will take a final exam.
Submitting your test scores
Once you have finished a series test, we ask that you submit your test score. Students can
do this by pressing the black button on the series dashboard. Please note that you will not
receive certification until we receive your final exam score.
CLASS SCHEDULE
Getting Started
Your mentor will be sending you an email with access to series one Cannabis Botany upon
receipt of your enrollment forms. Three days afterward, you will receive an email
encouraging you to move on to lesson two. If you would like to move on early, simply click
the ‘Click Here For The Next Lesson’ link located at the bottom of each lesson. This will
always be right underneath the quiz button as seen below.
Copyright © Sativa Science Club, 2018, SSC-SAFE Policies & Procedures, All Rights ReservedYou can jump ahead by clicking the next button on your dashboard, stay on track by taking
a new lesson every three days, or get to it whenever you are ready. It is entirely up to you.
GRADING POLICY
Grading Systems
Practice quizzes will be administered throughout the program. These quizzes are graded
but the score does not count towards your overall grades. Students will be expected to
pass the Final Exam with an average grade of 85% or higher in order to receive SSC-SAFE
Certification.
Grading Policy
Letter %
Grade Range Interpretation
A 92-100 Superior Progress- The student has done exceptional work.
B 85-91 Commendable progress- The student has the required skills
C 75-84 Satisfactory Progress- The student has average performance
D 70-74 Insufficient progress- The student requires additional training
F Below 70 Unsatisfactory progress- No credit is given towards progress
CONDUCT & COMPLAINTS
Student Complaints
Student Complaints should be brought to the attention of University Directors to attempt
resolution. The Director and student are to follow the grievance procedures according to
school policy outlined below. If satisfactory resolution cannot be reached between the
student and SSC, the student may file a written complaint online by emailing
info@sativascienceclub.com or requesting a complaint form. All student complaints must
be in writing and shall be filed within two years after the student discontinues training at
the school.
Student Grievance Procedure
Should a student have an issue/grievance with the school, a complaint must be in writing
Copyright © Sativa Science Club, 2018, SSC-SAFE Policies & Procedures, All Rights Reservedto the Executive Director. This complaint can be submitted by email to
info@sativascienceclub.com. Upon receipt of the complaint, a ticket will be opened, an
investigator will be assigned to the issue and an investigation will take place. Within 10
days a report will be issued to the director and, if it is deemed appropriate, steps to correct
the issue will be taken immediately. The student will receive a follow up of corrective
actions to fix the issue.
Academic Integrity
SSC expects academic honesty from students and instructors. Students have the obligation
both to themselves and to SSC to make the appropriate SSC representative aware of
instances of academic deceit or dishonesty. Generally, this entails making the situation
known to the instructor, and if needed, to the Executive Director of SSC. Likewise, faculty
members are responsible for enforcing the stated academic standards of SSC. Instances of
violating academic standards might include, but are not limited to, the situations outlined
in the following numbered list. Violating SSC’s academic policies listed below may result
in termination from SSC’s program with no refund.
1. Plagiarism
Plagiarism consists of taking someone else’s ideas, words or other types of work product
and presenting them as one’s own. To avoid plagiarism, students are expected to be
attentive to proper methods of documentation and acknowledgement. To avoid even the
suspicion of plagiarism, a student must always:
● Enclose every quotation in quotation marks and acknowledge its source.
● Cite the source of every summary, paraphrase, abstraction or adaptation of material
originally prepared by another person and any factual data that is not considered
common knowledge. Include the name of author, title of work, publication
information and page reference.
● Acknowledge material obtained from lectures, interviews or other oral
communication by citing the source (name of the speaker, the occasion, the place
and the date).
● Cite material from the internet as if it were from a traditionally published source.
Follow the citation style or requirements of the instructor for whom the work is
produced.
2. Cheating on an Examination
A student must not receive or provide any unauthorized assistance on an examination.
During an examination a student may use only materials authorized by the faculty.
Copyright © Sativa Science Club, 2018, SSC-SAFE Policies & Procedures, All Rights ReservedSubmitting false test scores is considered to be cheating. Students may be terminated if it
is discovered that their submites test scores do not match the scores on file.
3. Copying or Collaborating on Assignments without Permission
When a student submits work with his/her/they name on it, this is a written statement that
credit for the work belongs to that student alone. If the work was a product of
collaboration, each student is expected to clearly acknowledge in writing all persons who
contributed to its completion.
Unless the instructor explicitly states otherwise, it is dishonest to collaborate with others
when completing any assignment or test, performing laboratory experiments, writing
and/or documenting computer programs, writing papers or reports and completing
problem sets.
If the instructor allows group work in some circumstances but not others, it is the student’s
responsibility to understand the degree of acceptable collaboration for each assignment
and to ask for clarification if necessary.
To avoid cheating or unauthorized collaboration, a student should never:
● Use, copy or paraphrase the results of another person’s work and represent that
work as his/her own, regardless of the circumstances.
● Refer to, study from or copy archival files (e.g., old tests, homework, solutions
manuals or backfiles) that were not approved by the instructor.
● Copy another’s work or to permit another student to copy his/her work.
● Submit work as a collaborative effort if he/she did not contribute a fair share of the
effort.
4. Fabrication or Falsification of Data or Records
It is dishonest to fabricate or falsify data in laboratory experiments, research papers,
reports or in any other circumstances; to fabricate source material in a bibliography or
“works cited” list; or to provide false information on a résumé or other document in
connection with academic efforts. It is also dishonest to take data developed by someone
else and present them as one’s own.
Examples of falsification include:
● Altering information on any exam, problem set or class assignment being submitted
for a re-grade.
● Altering, omitting or inventing laboratory data to submit as one’s own findings. This
includes copying laboratory data from another student to present as one’s own;
Copyright © Sativa Science Club, 2018, SSC-SAFE Policies & Procedures, All Rights Reservedmodifying data in a write-up; and providing data to another student to submit as
his/her own.
5. Other Forms of Deceit, Dishonesty or Inappropriate Conduct
Under no circumstances is it acceptable for a student to:
● Submit the same work, or essentially the same work, for more than one course
without explicitly obtaining permission from all instructors. A student must disclose
when a paper or project builds on work completed earlier in his/her academic
career.
● Request an academic benefit based on false information or deception. This includes
requesting an extension of time, a better grade or a recommendation from an
instructor.
● Make any changes (including adding material or erasing material) on any test paper,
problem set or class assignment being submitted for a re-grade.
● Willfully damage the efforts or work of other students.
● Steal, deface or damage academic facilities or materials.
● Collaborate with other students planning or engaging in any form of academic
misconduct.
● Submit any academic work under someone else’s name other than his/her own. This
includes but is not limited to sitting for another person’s exam; both parties will be
held responsible.
● Engage in any other form of academic misconduct not covered here.
Policy on Faculty-Student Relationships
Faculty members shall not engage in consensual relationships with students whenever a
faculty member has a professional “position of authority” with respect to the student in
such matters as teaching a course or in otherwise evaluating, supervising or advising a
student as part of a school program. Should a consensual relationship develop, or appear
likely to develop, while the faculty member is in a position of authority, the faculty
member and/or the student shall terminate the position of authority. Even when the
faculty member has no professional responsibility for a student, the faculty member should
be sensitive to the perceptions of other students that a student who has a consensual
relationship with a faculty member may receive preferential treatment from the faculty
member or the faculty member’s colleagues. Violation of this policy may result in
termination of the student, faculty member, or both. The student will not be entitled to a
refund.
Dismissal
Any student may be dismissed for violations of rules and regulations of the school, as set
Copyright © Sativa Science Club, 2018, SSC-SAFE Policies & Procedures, All Rights Reservedforth herein. A student also may be withdrawn from classes if he/she/they do not prepare
sufficiently, neglects assignments, or makes unsatisfactory progress.
Claiming Your SSC-SAFE Certification
A FREE Budtender Training Initiative
Once your managing member has received SSC-SAFE Certification, it is critical to submit
your decal request by visiting https://www.sativascienceclub.com/sscsafe-decal-request
Re-Certification
In order to stay up to date with your registration you will need to repeat the process as we
update the material each year. Although we will send a general reminder, It is the
responsibility of the retail establishment to initiate recertification each calendar year.
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