AWARE - Shark Conservation Diver

We offer two versions of this course:

 

• Diver: A PADI specialty diver course that counts towards your Master Scuba Diver rating

• Non-diver: A general interest course for anyone looking for a great understanding of sharks. This is a great course for schools and organizations, as well as non-diving family members since they can attend the same theory portions as divers.

 

We offer the non-diver version of the course FREE to schools and organizations. Ask us for details.

 

Why study sharks?

• As apex predators, sharks are at the top of the marine ecosystem. Which means that they play a crucial role in maintaining population balance and the health of the ocean.

• Live sharks are also an important tourist draw in many parts of the world.

• Shark populations are in sharp decline due to overfishing; many species of sharks are near extinction.

• Public ignorance and commonly held misconceptions only contribute to the problem.

• The global impact of losing our sharks will be profound.

• We can improve matters by educating one person at a time.

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What you will get out of this course

• Greater appreciation for one of the planet`s oldest creatures

• An understanding of what actions you can personally take to protect sharks.

• The knowledge to become an ambassador for sharks, able to influence those around you.

• New insight into shark behavior

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About the course - Diver Version

Includes:

• Knowledge development sessions

• 2 guided shark observation dives

• Specialty certification, which counts towards your ultimate goal as a recreational scuba diver: the Master Scuba Diver rating.

• Special Edition AWARE certification card

• A donation to Project AWARE to support their shark conservation efforts.

 

Prerequisites

• Minimally certified PADI Open Water Diver (or equivalent)

• Minimum age: 12 years old

• Suggested: underwater dive slates for note-taking during dives

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You will also need the AWARE Shark Conservation Study Guide from Project AWARE. Click here to download this free publication.

 

About the course - Non-Diver Version

Includes:

• Knowledge development sessions

• A special Project Aware certificate of completion

• A donation to Project Aware to support their shark conservation efforts.

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Prerequisites:

None

 

You will also need the AWARE Shark Conservation Study Guide from Project AWARE. Click here to download this free publication.
We are pleased to offer the non-diver version of the course free to schools and organizations. Contact us to schedule a visit from one of our instructors.