Apiology 101 - Online Beekeeping Courses

Course 1 - Apiology 101 – Online Introductory Beekeeping

This beginner beekeeping course consists of modules that teach you everything you need to know to get started keeping your own bees. Topics include basic honey bee biology, beekeeping equipment, working in the bee colony, seasonal beekeeper responsibilities, harvesting and extracting honey and preparing bee colonies for winter. There is approximately 12 hours of learning involved.
 
The Introductory Beekeeping Course DOES NOT cover pests and diseases of honey bees. There is a follow up Integrated Pest Management for Beekeeping Online Course.
 

Course 2 - Apiology 101 - Online Integrated Pest Management for Beekeeping

This intermediate beekeeping workshop consists of modules that teach you everything you need to know to keep your bees alive and healthy. Topics include pest and disease biology and identification, monitoring for pests and diseases, record keeping, treatments and integrated pest management principles. You will also learn how to make an IPM plan. There is approximately 10 hours of learning involved.
 

Some information about what to expect for each course:

  • Sessions are self-guided. 
  • The online course will cover what the hands-on workshop provides (but without the hands-on aspects), as well as other great information pertaining to beekeeping. 
  • Participants will follow a series of sections, each ending with a quiz. 
  • Support via email (ttp@ontariobee.com) is available during business hours (Mon-Fri 9-5).
  • We’re committed to supporting beekeepers at every stage. If you have questions about course suitability before purchasing, we’re always happy to help guide you to the right option.

Please Note:

The cost of each course is $96.05 (tax inlcuded) or get both for $175.15 (tax included). To get both, choose the combo package when you get to the sign-up page. Further, the payments are processed through PayPal, but you don't need a PayPal account. You can still use your credit card. Choose "Pay with Credit or Visa Debit Card".

If you want to pay via etransfer, please reach out to ttp@ontariobee.com

There is currently no discount code available for the online workshops. 

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Apiology 101 Course Cancellation & Refund Policy

1. Course Access & Delivery
Upon successful registration and ocnfirmed payment, participants will receive access to the course materials.
 
2. Refund Eligibility
We offer a limited refund window under the following conditions:
  • Refund requests must be submitted within 10 calendar days of purchase.
  • To be eligible, participants must not have accessed or completed more than 15% of the course content.
3. Non-Refundable Circumstances
Refunds will not be issued if:
  • The request is made after the stated refund period.
  • A significant portion of the course has been accessed or completed.
  • Course materials have been shared.
  • The course includes seasonal or time-sensitive beekeeping content that has already been accessed.
4. Combo Course Packages (Bundle Purchases)
Courses purchased as part of a combo pack or bundled offering are considered a discounted package and are subject to the following:
  • Refunds are not available for individual courses within the bundle once any portion of the combo pack has been accessed.
  • If a refund is requested within the eligible refund window, it must apply to the entire bundle, and only if no more than 15% of the total combined content has been accessed.
  • Once access to multiple courses within the bundle has begun, the purchase is considered final.
5. Transfers 
Registrations may be transferable to another participant upon request, provided the course has not been substantially accessed. Please contact us to arrange a transfer.
 
6. How to Request a Refund
To request a cancellation or refund, please contact us at ttp@ontariobee.com with:
 
Your full name:
Date of purchase:
Order confirmation number:
 
We aim to respond within 2–3 business days.
 
7. Exceptions
We understand that unforeseen circumstances can arise. Exceptions to this policy may be considered on a case-by-case basis at our discretion.

 

For any Further Questions regarding WORKSHOPS, please call the TTP Office - 519-836-3609 or EMAIL ttp@ontariobee.com