Part time Beekeeping AG024
Vocational qualification
In Dorchester
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
Dorchester
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Duration
6 Weeks
This is an enjoyable course designed to give you sufficient knowledge to keep and manage your own hives of bees and produce delicious, good quality honey from the local blossoms and flower meadows.
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Start date
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Course programme
Beekeeping AG024
QualificationCollege Certificate
Qualification Level
Level : n/a
What do these levels mean?
Duration :6 weeks
Times :6 x Tuesday: 2.00 pm - 4.30 pm
or
6 x Wednesday: 6.30 pm - 9.00 pm
Dates :4.05.10 - 15.06.10
5.05.10 - 16.06.10
Run by : Agriculture Department.
Tutor : Martin Hutchinson
Awarding Body
Kingston Maurward College
Is it right for me?
This is an enjoyable course designed to give you sufficient knowledge to keep and manage your own hives of bees and produce delicious, good quality honey from the local blossoms and flower meadows.
What qualifications will I need?
Interest and enthusiasm. Tetanus protection is recommended. Minimum age 16 years.
What will I be learning about?
- Bee management
- Hive types and siting
- Bee diseases
- Winter feeding
- Protective clothing
- Equipment
- Extract and jar honey
- Storage of equipment
What materials are required?
You must bring your own wellington boots. Overalls, gloves and veils will be provided.
What is next?
Wild Flowers of Dorset.
How will I be assessed?
Continuous assessment throughout the course for a College certificate.
How much will it cost?
£150
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Part time Beekeeping AG024