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title: Beekeeping
description: UM's landing page for the Online Beekeeping Certificate Program.
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# Beekeeping Program

![honeybee in flight approaching cherry blossom](https://info.umt.edu/hubfs/Beekeeping/honey-bee-in-flight-approaching-blossoming-cherry-2021-09-01-00-24-30-utc.jpg)

Join the University of Montana's award-winning beekeeping program! Whether you’re a hobbyist, sideline beekeeper, or commercial beekeeper, our online courses and in-person summer offerings provide practical training for all levels.

## Learn more and connect with us

Ready to dive into the world of beekeeping? Whether you’re starting small or looking to expand, the University of Montana offers the courses and resources you need. Fill out the form below to connect with us and learn more about our beekeeping programs!

## Buzzing into the future with Beekeeping!

At the University of Montana, we offer a comprehensive and flexible online beekeeping program designed for everyone from hobbyists to commercial beekeepers. Whether you're looking to start a personal beekeeping venture or scale up to a full-time business, our award-winning courses provide the knowledge and skills you need to succeed.

Our beekeeping courses are tailored to different levels and goals, ensuring you receive the right training based on your interests and aspirations. Join our community of beekeepers, and start your journey today!

[![Students analyze a used hive insert from a bee box.](https://info.umt.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/20240728_beekeeping_0021_cs.jpg?width=7409&height=4942&name=20240728_beekeeping_0021_cs.jpg) ](https://www.umt.edu/bee/default.php)

### Explore Hobby Beekeeping

Ideal for beginner beekeepers, this track focuses on foundational skills and best practices in honey bee management. Perfect for hobbyists who want to learn how to care for bees as a personal endeavor, our courses help you get started with the right techniques.

[ Apprentice Beekeeping ](https://www.umt.edu/bee/apprentice.php)

[ Summer Beginning Bee Camp ](https://www.umt.edu/bee/beginning-beekeeping-camp.php)

[ Summer Small-Scale Queen Rearing ](https://www.umt.edu/bee/summer-field-days.php)

[ Responsible Natural Beekeeping ](https://www.umt.edu/bee/natural.php)

[![Two beekeepers holding up honeycomb to examine bees. ](https://info.umt.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/fielddaysweb1.jpg?width=5861&height=3909&name=fielddaysweb1.jpg) ](https://www.umt.edu/bee/default.php)

### Explore Sideliner Beekeeping

"Sideliner" beekeepers maintain more hives than hobbyists but typically operate beekeeping as a secondary source of income. This track is ideal for individuals interested in growing their beekeeping operation while balancing a primary job or business. Our courses provide the knowledge needed to expand your operations and sell honey, beeswax, and other products.

[ Journeyman Beekeeping ](https://www.umt.edu/bee/journeyman.php)

[ Master Beekeeping ](https://www.umt.edu/bee/master.php)

[![Commercial beekeeper holds a queen bee cage. ](https://info.umt.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/20240608_beekeeping_0014_cs.jpg?width=5350&height=3568&name=20240608_beekeeping_0014_cs.jpg) ](https://www.umt.edu/bee/default.php)

### Explore Commercial Beekeeping

Commercial Beekeepers manage large-scale operations, often with hundreds or thousands of hives. This track is designed for those who want to run a full-fledged beekeeping business, providing honey and pollination services to farms, businesses, and beyond.

[ Commercial Queen Rearing ](https://www.umt.edu/bee/commercial-queenrearing.php)

[ Commercial Honey Production ](https://www.umt.edu/bee/commercial-honey-production.php)

[ Commercial Pollination ](https://www.umt.edu/bee/commercial-pollination.php)