A budtender assists customers to discover new products, understand cannabis strains, provide educational information about cannabis accessories, and explain safe consumption practices. They help cannabis consumers to determine correct dosage by considering factors like personal tolerance and experience. With so many cannabis products on the market today, budtenders recommend ways to enjoy cannabis through edibles, tinctures, concentrates, flowers, topicals, or vaporizers. They also ensure that product labels are accurate and that legal questions surrounding cannabis use are understood. Most states that have legalized cannabis for either medical or recreational use require budtenders to complete specific training programs or attain certification through state boards of pharmacy. They must stay updated on cannabis industry trends and laws, new cannabis products, and, where legal, participate in product demonstrations to improve their knowledge and skills. Their advocacy and understanding of cannabis builds rapport with customers and creates a welcoming environment at a cannabis dispensary near you.
