WCBA members will be leading online review classes using material supplied by the NCSBA to help review and prepare for the Journeyman written exam.
These classes are meant to be a companion to reading the suggested texts and are not meant to be a primary method of learning. A reading list is available on the NCSBA website. https://www.ncbeekeepers.org/programs/mbp/journeyman
Written and practical testing will take place at the summer meeting in Flat Rock NC July 10-12.
Class schedule (a zoom meeting link will be sent to registered participants the day before each session)
May 27 - Honey and Wax led by Erica Adams (30-60 mins
June 3 - Disease and Virus led by Chris Hagwood (1.5 hours)
Wed June 11 - Honey Bee Pests led by Susan Benton (1.5 hours)
Jun 17 - Plants and Pesticides led by TBD (1 hour)
Jun 24 - Honey Bee Biology led by Greg Morrison (2 hours)
July 1 - Seasonal Management led by TBD (1 hour)
Prior to testing, use this study guide to prepare: https://www.ncbeekeepers.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Study-Guide-for-NCSBA-Journeyman-and-Master-Levels.pdf
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