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.
Requirements
No prior knowledge or experience required.Materials
- Pen and notebook
- Sturdy work boots
- Positive attitude to bees
Available sessions
Fairfield
Thursday, October 5, 2023 - Saturday, November 25, 2023 Places available
6 Sessions Show sessions
Thursday 5th Oct -
- (18:30 - 21:00)
Thursday 12th Oct -
- (18:30 - 21:00)
Thursday 19th Oct -
- (18:30 - 21:00)
Thursday 26th Oct -
- (18:30 - 21:00)
Thursday 2nd Nov -
- (18:30 - 21:00)
Saturday 25th Nov -
- (09:30 - 12:30)
Thursday, November 9, 2023 - Saturday, December 9, 2023 Places available
6 Sessions Show sessions
Thursday 9th Nov -
- (18:30 - 21:00)
Thursday 16th Nov -
- (18:30 - 21:00)
Thursday 23rd Nov -
- (18:30 - 21:00)
Thursday 30th Nov -
- (18:30 - 21:00)
Thursday 7th Dec -
- (18:30 - 21:00)
Saturday 9th Dec -
- (09:30 - 13:00)