The Basic Certificate
The Basic Certificate is the first assessment in the BBKA. It is entirely practical and oral.
To take the Basic Assessment you should have managed at least one colony of bees for a minimum of 12 months
The Basic Assessment syllabus can appear daunting at first glance but closer inspection will show that it merely lists the basic things which all beekeepers should know.
The syllabus can be found on the BBKA website.
To take the Basic Assessment you should have managed at least one colony of bees for a minimum of 12 months
The Basic Assessment syllabus can appear daunting at first glance but closer inspection will show that it merely lists the basic things which all beekeepers should know.
The syllabus can be found on the BBKA website.
PRELIMINARY THEORY SESSIONS: We will hold 4 theory sessions for anybody who is interested in taking the assessment. These will be held via Zoom in the New Year. If you join these sessions there is no obligation to take the assessment. The dates will be announced via email to all members.
PRACTICAL SESSIONS
When: Wednesdays 12 midday; Saturday 2pm. These start when the weather warms up- usually May.
Where: The teaching apiary at Hucknall. NG15 6PE
Who can come: Beekeepers who have kept bees for at least 12 months
Assessment date: will be booked later but you do not have to take the assessment
Cost of the course: No cost to NBKA members. £40.00 to non members.
Cost of Assessment: £25 (this could change) payable to BBKA. You can claim this back from the NBKA treasurer when you take the assessment. Application form is online and sent on request.
What to bring to the practical: Suit/veil, boots, gloves (not the thick leather ones please, or use disposable plastic gloves over them for hygiene reasons),
Contact: Janet Bates My mobile number is: 07973 412101 in case you have a problem.
You will learn a lot- not only, from the syllabus, but also from each other.
PRACTICAL SESSIONS
When: Wednesdays 12 midday; Saturday 2pm. These start when the weather warms up- usually May.
Where: The teaching apiary at Hucknall. NG15 6PE
Who can come: Beekeepers who have kept bees for at least 12 months
Assessment date: will be booked later but you do not have to take the assessment
Cost of the course: No cost to NBKA members. £40.00 to non members.
Cost of Assessment: £25 (this could change) payable to BBKA. You can claim this back from the NBKA treasurer when you take the assessment. Application form is online and sent on request.
What to bring to the practical: Suit/veil, boots, gloves (not the thick leather ones please, or use disposable plastic gloves over them for hygiene reasons),
Contact: Janet Bates My mobile number is: 07973 412101 in case you have a problem.
You will learn a lot- not only, from the syllabus, but also from each other.