This online course from PennState Extension about the science and practice of beekeeping is for beginning beekeepers. It covers bee biology and behavior, hive management, equipment, bee products, and more.
Two classes based on practical, natural beekeeping methods with a focus on what is best for the bees. After you purchase them, you can stream them any time. There is an Intro to Beekeeping class and a Hive Inspection class.
UM's Online Beekeeping Certificate programs consist of three university-level courses at the apprentice, journeyman and master levels, culminating in a certificate designating the participant as a "Master Beekeeper." The program is endorsed by the American Honey Producers Association.
The Buffalo Niagara Beekeepers Guild formed in support of Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village’s mission to bring awareness to Western New York’s past and present agricultural significance.
This series of courses equips beekeepers from the hobby to the commercial level with the concepts, knowledge, and best management practices needed to pass Cornell University’s Master Beekeeper Certificate written, oral, and field examinations. There is a prerequisite of 3 years minimum experience in order to enroll in the program. Cost is $899.
The purpose of the Master Beekeeper certification program is to identify and certify people who have a detailed knowledge of honey bee biology, expertise in the proper practices of beekeeping, and can present this information to the beekeeping and non-beekeeping public in a detailed, accurate, clear and authoritative manner. Persons interested in applying should have a minimum of 5 years experience. The certification program costs $100.
