The AHCBEK313 Manage Pests and Disease within a Honey Bee Colony unit equips beekeepers with the skills to identify, monitor, and manage pests and diseases affecting honey bee colonies. It satisfies the biosecurity training requirements under the Australian Honey Bee Industry Biosecurity Code of Practice. This unit is suited to beekeepers who work independently, using discretion and judgement in their tasks while ensuring the effective management of colony health and compliance with biosecurity obligations. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates.
Entry requirements for the Manage Pests and Disease within a Honey Bee Colony vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.
If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
The Manage Pests and Disease within a Honey Bee Colony will prepare you for the following roles.
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