100858 - The Legalization of Marijuana and the Effects on Our Youth

Overview

Today’s marijuana is much more potent than in the past, with edibles, candies, cookies, ice creams, and waxes being up to 99% THC. In comparison, marijuana in the Woodstock era contained 5% THC. Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) will take participants through the latest facts and figures on what is really happening in legalized states and the overall goal of the legalization movement.

Learning Objectives

What impacts have other states seen
What have other states done to minimize the negative consequences of the use of marijuana as it becomes more normalized in society?
Identify the potential impacts of high-potency THC products on adolescent brain development, mental health, and risk behaviors

Additional Information

A certificate awarding contact hours of professional development will be issued to all participants who register, attend the entire session via Zoom and complete the evaluation form at the conclusion of the event.

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100858 - 566823

2026

Available

The Legalization of Marijuana and the Effects on Our Youth

Online, fixed date

1:00PM to 2:30PM

Oct 20, 2026

Schedule and Location

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1.5

Virtual

Fees starting at

$0.00

Section Notes

For the most up-to-date information related to this program, please visit: https://register.cpe.vt.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=11272895

Additional Information: You will receive an email with all of the important information you will need to sign in to this virtual training being held on October 20, 2026 from 1pm-2:30pm. If you do not receive the information by October 19, 2026 please contact Elaine Densley at edensley@vt.edu for assistance.

Cancellation Policy: Another person may be substituted at any time for this program. Please contact us at 540-231-5182 or e-mail cpeinfo@vt.edu to request a substitution. In the unlikely event that this program is canceled or postponed due to insufficient enrollments or unforeseen circumstances, the university cannot be held responsible for any other expenses, including cancellation or change charges assessed by airlines, hotels, travel agencies, or other organizations.