Enroll in an AWARE Shark Conservation Specialty course and discover the value of sharks to marine ecosystems and economies. Students will learn more about the causes of declining shark populations and the actions people can take to become knowledgeable and passionate shark defenders.
By being informed, students can dispel misconceptions and act to protect sharks. Sharks need educated defenders.
To participate, a student must be a PADI (Junior) Open Water Diver who is at least 12 years old.
Academic
At the end of the classroom session and two open water dives, students will be able to explain:
The conservation status of sharks, why they are unique and vulnerable and the importance of healthy shark populations
How to manage threats to sharks, recognize the value of sharks and remove barriers to conservation
Actions you can take to protect sharks and how joining a global movement of divers can help to protect sharks
Information
To talk with our PADI Course Director, contact Michael Casey by calling (267) 257-9782.
Students may be able to get college credit for this PADI Specialty course. Ask the instructor. The first dive of this PADI Specialty course may credit as an Adventure Dive toward Advanced Open Water Diver certification. Ask the instructor about earning credit.
Requirements
12 years old
PADI (Junior) Open Water Diver
Getting Started
Contact Michael Casey to enroll in this amazing course, and to start learning about the value of sharks to marine ecosystems and economies.