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Introduction to Beekeeping

Introduction to Beekeeping

Short Course

Overview

Please note: Occasionally some practical classes for this course are delayed due to bee inactivity.

Explore the world of beekeeping with our Introduction to Beekeeping short course.

Join us for an immersive journey into the art of beekeeping. This course is designed to equip you with essential knowledge and skills to confidently begin your beekeeping adventure. Whether you aspire to introduce a hive into your garden, engage in small-scale beekeeping, or simply indulge in the joys of hobby gardening, this course is perfect for you.

Introduction to Beekeeping Course Highlights

  • Learn to open and reassemble a beehive
  • Re-queen a honey colony
  • Manage pests and diseases within a honey bee colony
  • Discover the proper use of a bee smoker
  • Acquire skills to remove a honey crop from a hive

Course Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will:

  • Understand the best practices of caring for a beehive
  • Learn how to maintain a healthy beehive
  • Gain knowledge in extracting honey from a hive

Upon completion of the course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion. Consider our Certificate III in Beekeeping AHC31818 to further enhance your beekeeping journey and unlock new opportunities in this rewarding industry.

Transfers and Refunds

A refund or transfer is only possible if you apply at least 5 business days prior to the course commencing. A standard handling charge of 10% of the advertised course fee will be deducted from each refund. Requests for refunds or transfers made within five business days of the course start date will not be eligible.


Please Note:

When enrolling into this course under “Available Sessions” below, you must use a personal email address as your primary email address. You will not be able to receive your qualification with a work email address. My eQuals (the qualification platform) will not accept a work email.

Requirements

No prior knowledge or experience required.

Materials

  • Pen and notebook
  • Sturdy work boots
  • Positive attitude to bees