STATE COLLEGE, Pa. —
Cannabis College of America will launch an online cannabis education platform, with the official grand opening on April 20, 2025, and the first day of classes beginning April 22.
Founded by lifelong cannabis advocate Larry Nagle, the Cannabis College of America (CCA) aims to deliver the most comprehensive, hands-on, and industry-driven cannabis education in the United States. The school’s mission is to train skilled, work-ready professionals and place them directly into the fast-growing cannabis industry.
“At the Cannabis College of America, our greatest product is our graduates,” said Nagle. “We’re not just teaching cultivation—we’re building careers.”
Industry-Focused Curriculum
CCA offers five programs designed to cover all aspects of cannabis and hemp development:
Core Program – Introductory course for new growers, from seed to harvest.
Master Medical Methodology & Practical Application – For professionals entering or advancing in the medical marijuana sector.
Industrial Hemp – Two-part course with hands-on product development in biofuel, textiles, and hempcrete.
Genetics and Strain Development – In-depth training in cannabis breeding and phenotype selection.
AI-Integrated Robotics for Greenhouse & Farm Management – Advanced course covering automation in commercial cultivation.
Each course is taught by experienced professionals and structured to provide real-world skills through interactive assignments and virtual labs. All courses include competency testing and offer degrees or Certificates of Completion.
Leadership and Vision
Nagle brings decades of cultivation experience and has been published in global cannabis publications including MMJDaily and HealthEuropa. He’s joined by Scott Burgett, COO of Green Earth Cannaceuticals, as Lead Instructor. Together, they bring a rare combination of academic rigor, commercial expertise, and passionate advocacy for responsible cannabis growth. They aim to provide a forward-thinking curriculum rooted in science, innovation, and sustainability.
Scott Burgett – Faculty
Scott Burgett is a U.S. Army disabled veteran and co-founder of Green Earth Cannaceuticals (GEC). With a professional background spanning healthcare and horticulture, he brings a blend of scientific insight and agricultural expertise to the cannabis industry.
Scott began his career in medicine, earning his credentials as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist after studying at the University of Florida College of Pharmacy and Central Florida Institute. He worked in the medical field for several years before transitioning into cannabis cultivation, where he found the perfect synergy between his passion for health and plants.
In 2016, Scott became Director of Cultivation for The Green Solution Florida, where he transformed a small startup operation intoa large medical cannabis grow—scaling from just 21 plants to over 12,000 in under a year. He later expanded into hemp, consulting on cultivation and extraction projects across more than eight states.
In 2018, he co-founded GEC and partnered with Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) through the Florida Industrial Hemp Pilot Program, overseeing a network of over 20 farms focused on genetics trials and large-scale hemp cultivation.
Today, Scott continues to lead GEC’s innovation in cannabis science, with active university collaborations and a mission to help shape the future of hemp and medical marijuana in the United States.
Initial Enrollment and Access
The Core Program is now available online via a user-friendly conference call format. Future plans include the launch of a full brick-and-mortar campus in Central Pennsylvania. CCA’s flexible course schedules are designed to fit the needs of working adults, students, and hobbyists alike.
