Post-Secondary Accreditation

Take our Level One Beekeeping Certificate: 50-hour self-directed course including one-hour weekly Q and A sessions with the instructor

ABC Bees Post-Secondary Accredited Level One Beekeeping Certificate at NAIT. Now open for registration in the 2025-2026 sessions: 
November 10 – December 15, 2025
January 26 – March 1, 2026
April 13 – May 15, 2026

Diutinus Unveiled: Exploring Winter Bees

Outcomes Gain an understanding of the unique characteristics and adaptations of Diutinus bees.   Key Takeaways    Diutinus bees, also known as winter bees, exhibit unique physiological traits that set them apart from summer bees, including lower levels of juvenile hormone, higher levels of vitellogenin, and larger hypopharyngeal glands, enabling them to perform essential tasks […]

Supplemental Feeding

Outcomes Learners will gain insight into the timing and scenarios for effective feeding, and recognize different supplementation options.    Key Takeaways  Responsible feeding practices are essential for maintaining bee colony health and vitality, emphasizing proper nutrition over past practices. Timing is critical when deciding when to feed honey bees, with specific considerations for colony establishment, […]