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Mt. Baker Beekeepers Association proudly offers Beekeeping Courses several times a year.  Here’s your options for Spring of 2026. Participants will be receiving instruction to achieve the optional Beginner and Apprentice levels and more importantly getting your bees to thrive and survive throughout the year. 

After completing the course a person may take the tests given by WASBA, Washington State Beekeepers Association, and receive certificates.  

WASBA Journeyman Certification should be available this summer.

Beekeeping Certification

Name(Required)
Your Mailing Address(Required)
Price: $80.00
Presented via Zoom, this class will cover the basics of beekeeping in our area. Whether you're just getting started with the hobby or already have some experience, this course will cover the basics of honey bee biology, colony management, integrated pest management, local insights and so much more. The $80 fee includes two four-hour class sessions led by Dawn Beck, a Cornell University Master Beekeeper, the Washington State Beekeepers Association's (WASBA) Beginning Beekeeper Manual, and the opportunity to test and become certified as a WASBA Beginning Beekeeper. Included in the class is a special hands on field day where all the manual skills will be demonstrated with live bees. It is required for graduation and will be made available a couple of times.
Price: $80.00
Presented via Zoom, this class will cover the basics of beekeeping in our area. Whether you're just getting started with the hobby or already have some experience, this course will cover the basics of honey bee biology, colony management, integrated pest management, local insights and so much more. The $80 fee includes two four-hour class sessions led by Dawn Beck, a Cornell University Master Beekeeper, the Washington State Beekeepers Association's (WASBA) Beginning Beekeeper Manual, and the opportunity to test and become certified as a WASBA Beginning Beekeeper. Included in the class is a special hands on field day where all the manual skills will be demonstrated with live bees. It is required for graduation and will be made available a couple of times.
Price: $35.00
Here is an opportunity to take the WASBA Apprentice Certification for those that have completed the Beginner Certification, have one (1)year of beekeeping and want to continue their education journey. A Certificate and Patch will be issued and membership in WASBA(a $30 value) is included with the certification fee after successfully completing the exam. The WASBA Workbook Manual is included. MBBA membership is NOT included.
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 Who’s interested in working on Beekeeper Certifications? 

 The curriculum will follow the Washington State Beekeepers Association Master Beekeepers Program (WASBA).  

Thank you to everyone who supports your local bee club’s education efforts!

Beekeeping Certification

Name(Required)
Your Mailing Address(Required)
Price: $80.00
Presented via Zoom, this class will cover the basics of beekeeping in our area. Whether you're just getting started with the hobby or already have some experience, this course will cover the basics of honey bee biology, colony management, integrated pest management, local insights and so much more. The $80 fee includes two four-hour class sessions led by Dawn Beck, a Cornell University Master Beekeeper, the Washington State Beekeepers Association's (WASBA) Beginning Beekeeper Manual, and the opportunity to test and become certified as a WASBA Beginning Beekeeper. Included in the class is a special hands on field day where all the manual skills will be demonstrated with live bees. It is required for graduation and will be made available a couple of times.
Price: $80.00
Presented via Zoom, this class will cover the basics of beekeeping in our area. Whether you're just getting started with the hobby or already have some experience, this course will cover the basics of honey bee biology, colony management, integrated pest management, local insights and so much more. The $80 fee includes two four-hour class sessions led by Dawn Beck, a Cornell University Master Beekeeper, the Washington State Beekeepers Association's (WASBA) Beginning Beekeeper Manual, and the opportunity to test and become certified as a WASBA Beginning Beekeeper. Included in the class is a special hands on field day where all the manual skills will be demonstrated with live bees. It is required for graduation and will be made available a couple of times.
Price: $35.00
Here is an opportunity to take the WASBA Apprentice Certification for those that have completed the Beginner Certification, have one (1)year of beekeeping and want to continue their education journey. A Certificate and Patch will be issued and membership in WASBA(a $30 value) is included with the certification fee after successfully completing the exam. The WASBA Workbook Manual is included. MBBA membership is NOT included.
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If you would like to be put on our waiting list for upcoming Educational Events! Please email secretary@mtbakerbeekeepers.org