Get a basic knowledge of beekeeping in this two-day introductory course run by Tocal College. It’s the ideal start to help you manipulate bee hives, carry out general management, and understand how a bee colony works.
| Location: | Statewide |
| Course duration: | 2 days |
| Start date: | Multiple intakes |
| Number of units: | 2 |
| Indicative fees: | From $505 GST-free |
The total cost of the course starts at $505 GST-free, depending on location.
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There are no entry requirements for this course.
This course is mapped to the following national units of competency:
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27 Aug 2019 - 28 Aug 2019
Contact Name: Sophie Smethurst
Phone: Call 02 4939 8881
Email enquiries: sophie.smethurst@dpi.nsw.gov.au
12 Sep 2019 - 13 Sep 2019
Contact Name: Sophie Smethurst
Phone: Call 02 4939 8881
Email enquiries: sophie.smethurst@dpi.nsw.gov.au
21 Sep 2019 - 22 Sep 2019
Contact Name: Sophie Smethurst
Phone: Call 0249398881
Email enquiries: sophie.smethurst@dpi.nsw.gov.au
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