Discover the captivating world of honey bees and learn the essentials of responsible beekeeping in this immersive course. You’ll gain foundational knowledge of bee biology, anatomy, and behavior, while exploring the history of beekeeping and the tools needed to maintain a thriving hive. From natural hive design and apiary site selection to seasonal care, nectar flow, and disease prevention, you’ll learn how to recognize and respond to your bees’ needs. The course also covers practical skills like installing bee packages and harvesting honey—equipping you with everything you need to start your own buzzing colony with confidence.
Instruction Method
In-person
Time to Complete
Hours
Instruction Method
In-person
Time to Complete
Hours
Credit or Non-Credit
Non-credit
Cost
Regular Price $65 NOW offered for FREE due to the Empire State Development NY Empowers Grant
Number of Hours
6 hrs
Skills
Apiary site selection, bee anatomy, bee biology, bee health, harvesting honey, history of bees, hive congruency, hive design, nectar and pollen flow
Stackable Degrees
A.A.S Agricultural Business, B.S. Agricultural Business, B.T. Agricultural Business, B.T. Food Systems and Technology, B.T. Plant Science