About
The basic beekeeping course walks you through the fundamentals of beekeeping. You’ll learn:
Week 1: Basics
- Terminology
- Legal issues
- Equipment and resources
- Anatomy of a hive
- How to acquire bees
Week 2: Details
- Biology and types of bees
- Honeybee diseases and pests
- How to medicate
- Selection and preparation of an apiary site
- Proper hive procedures
Week 3: Management
- Handling season changes
- Gathering swarms
- Record keeping practices
- Equipment assembly
Week 4: Build (Optional week. Does not include building supplies. Estimated cost $150-$210.)
- Bring your tools and your safety glasses
- Assemble and construct the hive
Cost includes class instruction and book. Cost doesnot include bees, or supplies and materials for the construction of your hive.
Financial aid
Financial aid may be available for those who qualify.
Organization
Central Technology Center
Central Technology Center
Central Technology Center, located in Drumright, OK, is an educational institution specializing in professional training and coaching. It provides hands-on technical education with industry-recognized certifications, preparing students for immediate workforce entry or further education. The school's unique approach includes strong partnerships with over 400 businesses, fostering workforce readiness and economic development. Students benefit from a favorable 18:1 student-to-faculty ratio and a high 93% placement rate.
Highlights:
- Hands-on technical education with industry-recognized certifications
- Strong partnerships with over 400 businesses for workforce training and economic development
- Favorable student-to-faculty ratio of 18:1
- 93% placement rate for students entering the workforce or continuing education
- Part of the Oklahoma CareerTech system, serving 25 communities and 18 high schools
- Mission: Central Tech changes lives through education, workforce development, and business and industry services
- Vision: Everyone Achieves Success