Overview And Certificates

Cornell’s Beekeeping Certificate Programs transform aspiring and experienced beekeepers into confident apiary managers through comprehensive training that combines world-renowned entomological expertise with immediate hands-on application. Learn from distinguished Cornell faculty and industry experts while working on real hive management challenges through guided projects and collaboration with beekeeping professionals worldwide in intimate, supportive learning communities. Only Cornell’s program gives you science-based beekeeping approaches developed by Cornell researchers who are advancing apiary management and bee health standards. Whether you are seeking an Essentials or Master Beekeeping Certificate, both programs feature practical hive work, personalized expert feedback, and peer learning with practicing beekeepers—creating essential skills that immediately enhance your beekeeping confidence and colony success rates.

Education With Impact
Cornell expertise, immediate application, proven results
Flexible Online Format
Your schedule, your projects, optional live engagement
Meaningful Engagement
Real feedback, real peers, real experts

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Master Beekeeping
Courses
  • Honey Bee Evolution, Biology, and Behavior
  • The Science and Art of Beekeeping
  • Managing Pests and Diseases
  • The Rewards and Contributions of Beekeeping
  • Master Beekeeping Exam Series Overview
  • Master Beekeeping Written Exam - Virtual
  • Master Beekeeping Written Exam - In-Person
  • Master Beekeeping Oral Exam - Virtual
  • Master Beekeeping Oral Exam - In-Person
  • Master Beekeeping Field Exam - Virtual
  • Master Beekeeping Field Exam - In-Person
Designed For
  • Beekeepers with at least three years of experience 
  • Beekeepers seeking advanced depth and breadth of knowledge to increase the success of their operation, extend their business opportunities, and gain credibility as a resource in the beekeeping community
Format
Blend of online and in-person options
Time Commitment
5 months with 3 to 5 hours of study per week
Cost
$899
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Beekeeping Essentials
Courses
    Designed For
    • New beekeepers
    • Current beekeepers looking to strengthen their knowledge and skills
    Time Commitment
    2 months with 6 to 8 hours of study per week
    Cost
    $699
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