Introduction to Honey Bee Veterinary Medicine

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New Introductory Online Course!

Course Description

We’re offering this Introductory Module for free!

Honey bees (Apis mellifera) are more than just pollinators—they’re the backbone of global food production, agricultural sustainability, and thriving ecosystems. Yet these incredible creatures are facing unprecedented challenges, from devastating parasites and diseases to pesticide exposure and habitat loss. With honey bee colonies in decline worldwide, the stakes couldn’t be higher—and veterinarians are uniquely positioned to lead the charge in protecting these invaluable pollinators. Since the 2017 FDA Veterinary Feed Directive brought honey bee health under the care of licensed veterinarians, the demand for experts in apiculture medicine has skyrocketed, presenting an exciting new frontier for veterinary professionals.

Are you ready to take your skills to the next level and make a buzz-worthy impact? This dynamic introductory course offers a look into what you need to confidently step into the world of honey bee medicine. Whether you’re passionate about pollinator preservation, looking to diversify your practice, or excited to expand into a growing niche, this course offers a unique opportunity to be part of the solution for honey bee health—helping you empower beekeepers, protect ecosystems, and transform the future of apiculture one colony at a time.

Access to this course will expire one year (365 days) from the course’s end date. After this period, users will no longer have access to course materials, resources, and any associated content. It is the responsibility of the users to complete the course and download any materials including their course completion certificate.

Course Technology Requirements:

To ensure a smooth learning experience, this course requires basic web navigation skills and proficiency in using a computer to successfully complete. Participants should be comfortable with tasks such as browsing websites, accessing online resources, downloading/saving documents, and navigating through course materials. The course will have a “course navigation” module available to help locate specific information.

If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact our support team at [email protected].

Category

E-Learning Resources & Subscriptions

Instructors

Dr. Amy Franklin

Race Approved CE

Cost

$0.00

Course Type

Online

Dr. Amy Franklin

Dr. Amy Franklin holds a B.S. in Forest Resource Management from West Virginia University, an M.S. in Wildlife Biology from Villanova University, and a D.V.M. from Colorado State University. Dr. Franklin works with Colorado beekeepers to diagnose and treat honey bee diseases, implement integrated pest management strategies, and develop apiary biosecurity protocols. She co-coordinated a honey bee medicine course at CSU and provides veterinary consultation to Dalan Animal Health, producers of the first honey bee vaccine. Dr. Franklin is the founder of Farms for Orphans, Inc., a nonprofit organization that provides training and resources in edible insect agriculture to vulnerable women and youth in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where insects are a traditional part of the diet. She serves on the board of directors of the Honey Bee Veterinary Consortium and is a member of the Colorado State Beekeepers Association, Northern Colorado Beekeepers Association, North American Coalition for Insect Agriculture, Colorado Veterinary Medical Association, and the American Veterinary Medical Association. She has lectured nationally and internationally on honey bee veterinary medicine and insect agriculture. Dr. Franklin divides her time between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Loveland, Colorado, where she lives with her husband, children, donkeys, dogs, cats, a fat guinea pig, chickens and countless honey bees. She is currently working toward her Master Beekeeper certification.

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Participant Cancellation Policy: Course attendees can cancel their registration for an in-person course according to the following

  • Cancellation more than 60 days prior: Full refund or 100% Future Transfer Credit (FTC).
  • Cancellation 30-60 days prior: 50% refund or 75% FTC.
  • Cancellations within 30 days: 50% FTC only. Cancellations due to illness or other unforeseen circumstances will be considered on an individual basis.
  • Future Transfer Credits can be applied to any course within 365 days of the cancelled course.

Course Cancellation Policy: Course cancellations due to low registration numbers or other circumstances may be announced 35 days or more prior to the course. Full refund of the course registration or 100% Future Transfer Credit (FTC) will apply. We are unable to reimburse for travel expenses incurred.

Course Access Policy: 

Access to this course will expire one year (365 days) from the course’s end date. After this period, users will no longer have access to course materials, resources, and any associated content. It is the responsibility of the users to complete the course and download any materials including their course completion certificate.

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