How To Become A Budtender

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Step 1: Understand the job description and responsibilities of a Budtender

What does a Budtender do?

A A budtender is a title of a staff member who works within a dispensary or store where medical or recreational cannabis is sold. Their job is to offer suggestions to customers, answer questions, handle products and showcase products being sold.

People's Opinions on Budtender responsibilities

Budtenders shouldn’t be “boiled down” to a simple cashier who won’t be able to tell you anything about the cannabis you’re about to buy.

11/29/2019: Virginia Beach, VA

The same people are saying that becoming a budtender means limiting yourself to that position, as there are little to no prospects for advancement.

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You could look for a budtender job through traditional means, meaning while you’re in the store just ask around if they need any new people to fill out the shifts.

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Budtenders are the first line of defense against bad cannabis experiences.

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There are also event budtenders who serve guests at weddings, parties, and industry functions.

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Step 2: Learn best tips to become a Budtender

Best tips for those who want to become a Budtender

Here are some tips to become a Budtender.

People's Opinions on best tips

Get 100% comfortable with cannabis products.

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Keep up with the latest cannabis research.

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Consider certification for dispensary jobs.

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Become familiar with weed accessories.

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Know all the methods of ingestion.

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Step 3: View best colleges and universities for Budtender

Best colleges and universities for Budtender

• College of the Atlantic
• Cleveland State University

Step 4: Think about whether is it worth to be a Budtender

Is being a Budtender Worth it?

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Although it can feel uncomfortable or awkward asking a complete stranger for sexual product recommendations, remember that the budtender may be experiencing the same emotions.

10/17/2019: Worcester, MA

Budtenders are there to provide their expertise in choosing cannabis products to suit your needs.

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If you’re looking for work as a budtender, you’ve probably run up against some serious competition.

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Green CulturED has developed an online Budtender Certification course that can provide you with the skill-set and knowledge as it relates to the various strains of medical marijuana, dosing limitations, chemistry, compounds, growing and laws governing sales, social media promotion and advertising and managing inventory and sales.

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The intensive day-long workshop prepares budtenders, cannabis consultants, owners, managers and all front line store staff to effectively and safely handle complex situations in a dispensary operation.

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Step 5: Prepare relevant skills for being a Budtender

What skills do you need to be a Budtender?

As with every job, there are some skills needed to succeed within this role. Possession of the following skills will help ensure successful day-to-day operations in this role: Customer Complaint Resolution, Customer Service, Process Special Orders, Retail Customer Support, Wrapping/Bagging. In order to do well in this job, you must have the following skills: Retail Management System. This list doesn’t encompass every skill required for the role, but is a good place to start.

People's Opinions on Budtender skills

Budtenders should be able to provide a brief uncomplicated explaination of the products and their effects.

11/01/2019: Denver, CO

Most budtenders are hired based on their knowledge of flower, concentrates, edibles, etc.

10/03/2019: Harlingen, TX

Great budtenders understand that being attentive also means more sales and tips.

10/22/2019: Houston, TX

Rarely will you see an experience budtender reach into a jar of Indica or Sativa with their bare hand.

11/07/2019: Fayetteville, NC

It comes as no surprise that most dispensary hiring managers are looking for budtenders who possess a background in the marijuana industry or at very least, an in-depth knowledge of cannabis.

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Step 6: View average salary for Budtender

How much does a Budtender make?

The average salary range for a Budtender is from $28,950 to $36,400. The salary will change depending on your location, job level, experience, education, and skills.

Salary range for a Budtender $28,950 to $36,400

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Step 7: Find relevant Budtender jobs, and apply.

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Here are some Budtender jobs in the United States.

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Step 8: Explore Career Path of Budtender

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