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 $705 GST-free |
The total cost of the course starts at $650 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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15 Sept 2022 - 16 Sept 2022
Paterson campus
Tocal College ,815 Tocal Rd, Paterson NSW 2421
Contact Name: Bianca Giggins
Phone: Call 0249398816
Email enquiries: bianca.giggins@dpie.nsw.gov.au
3 Nov 2022 - 4 Nov 2022
Paterson campus
Tocal College ,815 Tocal Rd, Paterson NSW 2421
Contact Name: Bianca Giggins
Phone: Call 0249398816
Email enquiries: bianca.giggins@dpie.nsw.gov.au
Type: Online
Units: 2
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Units: 2
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Units: 1
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Type: Short course
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Type: Short course
Units: 2
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