Learning Outcomes

The History and Evolution of Beekeeping

The Anatomy and Different Species of Bees

Brood-Rearing Process

Queen, Worker, and Drone Bees

Lesson Summary

In this module, you will be introduced to honey bees, the various species of bees, their anatomy, the brood-rearing process, hive hierarchy, and the history and evolution of beekeeping.

Beekeeping Equipment

Hive Layout, Selection, and Location

Obtaining Bees, General Maintenance, and The Beekeeping Year

Foraging Plants and a Bee-Friendly Garden

In this module, you will be introduced to practical beekeeping based on topics from beekeeping equipment to hive layout, selection, and location to obtaining bees, general maintenance, and creating a bee-friendly garden.

Swarming: Causes, Control, and Hiving a Swarm

Harvesting the Honey Crop

Hive Treatment for Bee Disease and Mite Control

In this module, you will learn about bee swarming, honey harvesting, and other common beekeeping issues, such as diseases that can affect your hive(s).

Beekeeping: An Introduction – Course Assessment

Learn how to keep bees in this free online course that covers hive maintenance, bee anatomy, honey extraction and more.

Beekeeping: An Introduction

This basic beekeeping course describes the characteristics of a colony and explains how the habits and traits of its inhabitants support its ability to survive and thrive. You can put this knowledge to practical use as you hone your apiarist skills by managing your hives. We explore various beekeeping basics, including swarming, bee diseases, purchasing bees and hive hierarchy. Sign up to learn how to keep bees and harvest your own honey at home.

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