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Certified Hemp Production Specialist

Online Certification  ·  11 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CHEPS)

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Executive Summary

Certified Hemp Production Specialist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Hemp Production Specialist (CHEPS) delivers a rigorous Advanced-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in human resource management, talent development and organisational effectiveness.

This 11 Weeks programme is structured around SHRM, CIPD and ILO Labour Standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CHEPS holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification
Certified Hemp Production Specialist
Acronym
CHEPS
Category
Human Resources
Level
Advanced
Duration
11 Weeks
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 449
Live Virtual
USD 649
Target Audience

Who Should Enrol?

  • HR Managers and Directors
  • HR Business Partners
  • Learning and Development Managers
  • Employee Relations and OD Specialists
Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

  • All study materials and study guide
  • Access to GLI online learning portal
  • Online examination and assessment
  • Digital certificate and digital badge
  • Physical certificate (shipped to you)
  • CPD credits for professional bodies
  • GLI alumni network membership
  • Facilitator and tutor support
  • Resource downloads and reference library
  • Automatic enrolment confirmation
Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Career Advancement
Accelerate your career towards CHRO and senior people-management roles
Professional Recognition
Credential aligned with SHRM, CIPD and ILO Labour Standards
Leadership Capability
Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex human resource management functions
Organisational Impact
Design and implement human resource management systems that drive performance and measurable results
Compliance Readiness
Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to human resource management
Global Employability
Qualify for human resource management roles across multinationals, NGOs and international organisations worldwide
Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Crop Production, Agronomy and Protection
✦Livestock, Animal Husbandry and Health
✦Performance, Reward and Employee Relations
✦HR Strategy, Analytics and Workforce Planning
✦Employment Law, Compliance and HR Governance
✦Professional Ethics and Governance
Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1
Foundations and Professional Context of Certified Hemp Production Specialist
Certified Hemp Production Specialist: industry context, trends and professional standards · The agricultural sector: systems, actors and global food value chains · Professional roles, ethics and standards for agricultural practitioners · Agroecological zones, farming systems and enterprise selection
2
Livestock in the System
Livestock husbandry and productivity · Feed, fodder and livestock nutrition · Animal health, disease and biosecurity · Post-harvest handling and loss reduction
3
Harvest and Post-Harvest
Harvest timing, maturity and yield assessment · Post-harvest loss and handling · Storage, drying and stock management · Farm and enterprise business planning
4
Markets, Margins and Records
Market access, buyers and contract farming · Farm profitability, costing and gross margins · Agri-enterprise planning and farm records · Agribusiness marketing, branding and export readiness
5
Finance, Inputs and Organisation
Agricultural finance and credit for farmers · Input supply, agro-dealers and last-mile distribution · Farmer organisation, aggregation and cooperatives · Livestock species, breeds and selection criteria
6
Soil, Nutrition and Establishment
Soil health and fertility management · Crop nutrition and fertiliser use efficiency · Seed selection, varieties and seed systems · Branding and product differentiation
7
Protecting and Watering the Crop
Integrated pest and disease management · Water management and irrigation practice · Climate-smart agriculture and seasonal risk · Weed ecology and integrated weed management
8
Ethics and Responsibility
Animal welfare and ethical production · Ethical principles and codes of practice · Sustaining ethical, effective practice · Ethical frameworks and codes of practice
9
Trade and Export
Grades, standards and export certification (GlobalG.A.P.) · Export readiness and standards · Global sourcing and international trade · International and cross-border tax
10
Enterprise and Innovation
Agribusiness models and strategy · Scaling technologies and business models · Strategic planning for agricultural enterprises · Capstone scoping: a real agricultural problem or enterprise
11
Strategy and Development
Stakeholder engagement strategy · Strategic alignment of investments · Team development and effectiveness · Competitive analysis and differentiation
12
Learning and Adoption
Demonstration, on-farm trials and technology transfer · Knowledge management and capability building · Monitoring, evaluation and learning for accountability · Change and adoption in projects
13
Inclusion and Equity
Youth and start-ups in agriculture · Handling vulnerable customers · Financial inclusion and agency banking · Digital accessibility and inclusion
14
Agricultural Practice
Land preparation, tillage and conservation agriculture · Seed selection, quality, treatment and certification · Regenerative and conservation agriculture practices · Contract farming and out-grower schemes
15
Markets and Value Chains
Designing voice-of-customer programmes · Customer-centric operating models · Sustaining strategic customer focus · Customer and journey analysis
16
Agricultural Finance
Financial and technical feasibility analysis · Prioritising experience investments · Cost, feasibility and impact analysis · The banking system, intermediation and financial markets
17
Environment and Climate
Climate risk, forecasting and resilient practices · Water stewardship and drought management · Integration with quality and environment · Supply markets and the enabling environment
18
Standards, Risk and Compliance
Liquidity risk and asset-liability management · Operational risk and resilience · Risk appetite and governance · Model risk and provisioning (IFRS 9)
19
Communities and Capability
Capacity planning and line balancing · Selling hospitality: corporate, group and event business · Designing and facilitating groups · Leading groups and workshops
20
Projects and Delivery
Tax planning vs avoidance vs evasion · Real estate development and project appraisal · Programme cycle management in NGOs · Safeguarding and do-no-harm in programme delivery
21
Data, Records and Research
Traceability, blockchain and digital records · Data protection and customer privacy · Data, analytics and customer insight · Data analytics in audit
22
Technology in Agriculture
Automation, RPA and straight-through processing · Cybersecurity and fraud technology · The technology landscape and trends · Treasury technology and systems
23
Leadership and Management
Integrated pest management (IPM) principles and practice · Cold chain, packaging and shelf-life management · Data-driven decision-making · Field sales and territory management
24
Supply and Logistics
Supply market analysis · Supply analysis, gaps and scenario planning · Procurement and supply chain: scope and value · The procurement cycle and operating models
25
Operations and Quality
Continuous improvement of finance processes · Resource efficiency and circular practice · Process safety and major-accident hazards · Design review and quality
26
Communication and Advisory
Professional writing: reports, proposals and briefs · Risk registers and reporting · Tax provisioning and reporting · Proposal development and donor reporting
27
Policy, Land and Legal
Legal, cost and feasibility analysis · Contractor and visitor safety · Policy, planning and objectives · Legal and other requirements
28
Health and Nutrition
Health records, data and confidentiality · Telehealth and digital care delivery · Public health programmes: prevention and outreach · Managing health workers and clinical teams
29
Stakeholders and Partners
Managing boundaries and dual relationships · Stakeholder and sponsor management · Stakeholder rights and fair treatment · Stakeholder identification and analysis
30
Labour and Workforce
Employee experience and engagement · Customer and employee satisfaction · Employee engagement models and drivers · The employee lifecycle and HR value chain

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

  • Livestock in the System — applied to your own work
  • Harvest and Post-Harvest — applied to your own work
  • Markets, Margins and Records — applied to your own work
  • Finance, Inputs and Organisation — applied to your own work
  • Soil, Nutrition and Establishment — applied to your own work
  • Protecting and Watering the Crop — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CHEPS certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with SHRM, CIPD and ILO Labour Standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CHEPS?

This certification is ideal for HR Managers and Directors, HR Business Partners, Learning and Development Managers and Employee Relations and OD Specialists, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in human resource management, talent development and organisational effectiveness with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CHEPS certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 11 Weeks and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CHEPS internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with SHRM, CIPD and ILO Labour Standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CHEPS certification?

The Certified Hemp Production Specialist is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 449 and Live Virtual at USD 649. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CHEPS certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CHEPS?

The Certified Hemp Production Specialist is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CHEPS?

The Certified Hemp Production Specialist carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CHEPS while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CHEPS?

Graduates progress towards CHRO and senior people-management roles. The CHEPS strengthens your expertise in human resource management, talent development and organisational effectiveness and positions you for advancement across multinationals, NGOs and international organisations.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

“

The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

HR Director
Private Sector
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GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

People Manager
NGO Sector
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I earned my CHEPS while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Talent Lead
Government
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