New Zealand Certificate in Apiculture

The purpose of this qualification is to provide the apiculture industry with individuals who have the skills and knowledge to work safely and productively in a beekeeping environment and meet the necessary compliance requirements.

This qualification is for people who are either intending to work or are working in the apiculture industry on a small scale (as a lifestyle option or part-time business opportunity) or people who are assisting in a commercial beekeeping operation.

The learner will benefit by having a qualification which recognises skills and knowledge valued by the apiculture industry, as well as having increased skills and knowledge to enable improved job performance.

The community will benefit by having safe bee products, and a long term sustainable honey bee population.

The learner will work under limited supervision in a commercial beekeeping operation, or independently in a small scale operation.

Our land and sea are precious, productive and leading New Zealand's recovery. Now's the time to learn more, up skill and be part of a successful future.

Primary ITO is the only organisation in New Zealand dedicated to provide training and qualifications to over 30 primary industries.

We're here to coach and teach, share the knowledge and build confidence, ambition and capability.

In short, to grow smart, innovative people in organisations where careers offer so much more than just a job.

The prospects are exciting - out on the land, inside a lab, knee deep in technology or leading the way in innovative food production.

The career choices are endless with serious rewards and Primary ITO provides the training and recognised qualifications to help everyone grow.

As of 1 July 2020, the Government will cover training fees until 31 December 2022 for training in many of our primary sector industries. See below for more and conditions. FREE Apprenticeships and Training

Kia ora anō tātou – best wishes and stay well.

The team at Primary ITO