University of Montana – Summer Beekeeping Courses
The following beekeeping courses are available this summer from the University of Montana Beekeeping Certificate Program. All courses are fully online.
Commercial Honey, Wax & Pollen Production (May 4-June 12, 2026)
This course teaches students how to produce and market bee products commercially.
Responsible Natural Beekeeping (May 18-June 19, 2026)
Align your colonies with the natural habits of honey bees and mimic the process of natural selection to promote healthy, happy hives.
Master Level Beekeeping (June 15-August 14, 2026)
The final step in UM’s Master Beekeeping series, this course covers advanced topics of beekeeping including anatomy, reproduction, genetics, nutrition, and a research project.
Apprentice Level Beekeeping (July 13-August 21, 2026)
Our foundational course covers the basics of keeping honey bees including biology, care throughout the year, and how to recognize and treat ailments and pests.
For more information and registration, see https://www.umt.edu/bee/
