Diploma Modules
Below is a list of the modules for the Bee Farmer diploma
In order to pass the diploma a student must complete:
A. All mandatory elements.
B. Three optional elements
C, Complete 4 weeks practical work on a recognised Bee Farm.
|
Course Level |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credits |
Option |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
3 |
BFA9 |
Introduction to bee farming |
0 |
Mandatory |
|
2 |
BFA17 |
First Aid |
0 |
Mandatory |
|
2 |
BFA18 |
Food Hygiene |
0 |
Mandatory |
|
3 |
CR13BFA |
Select and use techniques, materials, tools and equipment for bee farming |
4 |
Mandatory |
|
3 |
CR15BFA |
Use safe working practices and spaces for bee farming |
4 |
Mandatory |
|
3 |
CR16BFA |
Complete the bee farming process |
2 |
Mandatory |
|
3 |
CR19BFA |
Keeping up to date with bee farming practices |
3 |
Mandatory |
|
2 |
CR21BFA |
Obtaining feedback from others to inform work and work practice in bee farming |
2 |
Mandatory |
|
3 |
CR32BFA |
Carry out basic financial transactions for bee farming |
4 |
Mandatory |
|
3 |
CR46BFA |
Present and display any aspect of bee farming |
3 |
Mandatory |
|
3 |
CR8BFA |
Contribute to the design process of bee farming |
3 |
Mandatory |
|
4 |
BFA10 |
Disease recognition and treatment in bee farming including the Bee Farmers Association DASH (Disease Accreditation Scheme for Honeybees). |
3 |
Mandatory |
|
3 |
BFA11 |
Elementary biology of the honeybee |
3 |
Mandatory |
|
3 |
BFA12 |
Elementary botany and foraging for bee farming including the importance of pollination |
3 |
Mandatory |
|
4 |
BFA13 |
Advanced course on bee diseases |
4 |
Mandatory |
|
3 |
CR1BFA |
Assist with ideas for bee farming work and work practices |
3 |
Optional |
|
3 |
CR10BFA |
Communicate effectively in bee farming |
4 |
Optional |
|
3 |
CR26BFA |
Work effectively with others in bee farming |
3 |
Optional |
|
4 |
CR27BFA |
Develop professional relationships within bee farming |
3 |
Optional |
|
3 |
CR30BFA |
Manage time for bee farming work and practice |
4 |
Optional |
|
3 |
CR42BFA |
Promote and present bee farming |
2 |
Optional |
|
4 |
CR40BFA |
Selling products |
4 |
Optional |
|
4 |
CR49BFA |
Use digital technologies for bee farming |
4 |
Optional |
|
4 |
CR58BFA |
Using copyright laws to protect creativity and innovation within bee farming COURSE UNDER EVALUATION |
4 |
Optional |
|
4 |
BFA14 |
Advanced course on biology of the honeybee |
4 |
Optional |
|
4 |
BFA15 |
Advanced course on botany and foraging for bee farming |
4 |
Optional |
To discuss or express an interest in becoming a Bee Farmer email diploma@thebeefarmer.co.uk