How do I become a beekeeper?
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AHC31818
Certificate III in Beekeeping
AHC20122
Certificate II in Agriculture
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
2 - 24 months
$0 - $8,120
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
+ 6 more
AHCSS00075
Basic Beekeeping Skill Set
On Campus
Unavailable
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Western Australian College of Agriculture - Denmark
Tocal College
AHCBEK402
Perform Queen Bee Artificial Insemination
On Campus
2 days
$1,285
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Tocal College
AHCBEK409
Rear Queen Bees
On Campus
2 days
$850
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Tocal College
Related occupations
Apiarist
An Apiarist manages beehives to produce honey and products, ensuring bee health, marketing, and handling physical tasks outdoors in varying weather.
Avg yearly income
$67,600
Skill level
Unknown
Common questions
How much does a Beekeeper earn?
In Australia, a full time Beekeeper generally earns $1,400 per week ($72,800 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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What are the job opportunities for a Beekeeper?
The number of people working in this industry has increased in recent years. There are now 1,200 people working as a Beekeeper in Australia compared to 1,000 five years ago. Beekeepers may find work across all regions of Australia but are more likely to find job opportunities in rural and regional areas.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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How do I become a Beekeeper?
A Certificate III in Beekeeping is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Beekeeper. This course will explore topics such as establishing an apiary site, assembling and maintaining a beehive and managing a honey bee swarm. You’ll learn how to extract honey, use smokers and transport a beehive.
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Further reading
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15th June 2021
