Bee School
Upcoming Courses
2025 "I Think I Want To Be a Beekeeper?" Basic Course
This free class is conducted yearly, usually in December and is an informational course to answer your basic questions about beekeeping and how to get started. It is a great first step before attending the Beginners Shortcourse.
2026 Beginners Shortcourse
This course is offered yearly (usually in February) and is taught by NCSBA Certified beekeepers with years of valuable experience. The course is designed to prepare you for the written & hands-on practical portion to become a NCSBA Certified Beekeeper.
To be notified when registration opens for either course please contact OCBA_sec@outlook.com to be placed on the waitlist
Previous Courses
2025 Beginners Shortcourse
32 students attended this years Beginners Shortcourse and took the NCSBA MBP Certified test to start their beekeeping journey. Now onto the practical portion in May. Good luck!
2024 "I Think I Want To Be a Beekeeper?" Basic Course
A curious group of 26+ students attended OCBA's FREE basic beekeeping class. Next step...the 2025 Beginners Shortcourse!
2024 Beginners Shortcourse
A group of about 40 students took the first step to become North Carolina State Certified Beekeepers during the 2024 Beginners Beekeeping Course. Congratulations to those who passed the exam....now onto the practical portion in June. Good luck!
2023 "I Think You Want To Be a Beekeeper" Basic Beekeeping Course
A curious group of 32 students attended OCBA's FREE basic beekeeping class.. Next step...the 2024 Beginners Shortcourse!