Ballarat

Beekeeper

A Beekeeper operates beehives to produce honey and honey products. You’ll oversee the health of bee colonies and make sure your bees have suitable nutrition and living conditions. Beekeepers may market their product for sale and organise transportation of sold products. You might also breed bees for use in pollinating other crops.

To be a Beekeeper you’ll need to be passionate about bees and bee products. You’ll spend a lot of time outdoors and may have to perform tasks that require physical labour. It’s important that you can plan ahead and you should have excellent observational skills. Beekeepers also need to do a range of marketing and administrative tasks during their day.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $72,800
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a beekeeper?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
AHC31818

Certificate III in Beekeeping
Traineeship
12 months
$0 - $7,523
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Beekeeper Apiarist
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Beekeeper Apiarist
AHC20122

Certificate II in Agriculture
Traineeship
2 - 24 months
$0 - $8,120
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farmhand Station Hand Piggery Attendant
Nursery Hand Poultry Farm Worker Nurseryperson Beekeeper Apiarist
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farmhand Station Hand Piggery Attendant Nursery Hand Poultry Farm Worker Nurseryperson Beekeeper Apiarist + 5 more
*Showing course fees for all providers. Some providers may not be available in your area.

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 can I become a beekeeper?

To become a beekeeper in Ballarat, you may want to consider completing the Certificate III in Beekeeping. This qualification will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in this industry.

Are there training providers in Ballarat?

You can train to become a beekeeper by completing a qualification with Foundation Training Australia. Find a course provider near you. Once you make an enquiry, a course advisor will get in touch to discuss your study options and course fees.

What study modes are available?

There are several campuses within the Ballarat area that provide beekeeper training. The closest campus is 110km away from the center of Ballarat. Find a course provider that best suits your study needs.

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