Beekeeping Courses and Exams

Training Beekeepers for the future

Ormskirk Beekeepers provides a range of training courses tailored to suit every level of beekeeping experience.  These courses and training sessions range from introductory courses for people interested in beekeeping right through to advanced beekeeping courses for the more experienced of our members. Bees are living creatures and it is the responsibility of beekeepers to manage their colonies in a safe and healthy environment, and above all to be able to enjoy their beekeeping.  These training courses enable everyone to get the maximum from their beekeeping and rise to whatever level they choose. By and large the courses offered by the branch follow the BBKA programme of Course in the Case (competency model) and formal examinations, which cover 7 Modules (see below).

If you are interested , why not have a look at the BBKA website and familiarise yourself with the relevant syllabus.

General Husbandry initiative

The course tutors and dates will be communicated when known. In addition, the BBKA magazine will advertise courses as details are confirmed.

Advanced Husbandry initiative

If you are interested in taking the preparatory advanced husbandry course please contact the BBKA office direct.

Distance learning

The BBKA run a number of correspondence courses for those unable to attend evening courses. Details can be found on the BBKA web site: www.bbka.org.uk/correspondence-courses, 

Beekeeping clubs

We are endeavouring to coordinate courses in the Lancashire area, but for those members who are situated close to other regional areas please reference other club web sites. A link can be found on the BBKA web site: www.bbka.org.uk/find-beekeeping-near-you