Shark Conservation Diver
Shark conservation Diver - Certification Card
Sharks are unique and play a crucial role in keeping our ocean healthy, but we are close to losing some shark species forever.
The Fun Part
In the Project AWARE Shark Conservation Specialty you will learn what you can do to keep it that way and give sharks a fighting chance. And what’s more, you will learn how to identify and where to find sharks common in the area where you take your course.
What you will learn
During your Project AWARE Shark Conservation Specialty, you learn about:
Requirements
You will also need the AWARE Shark Conservation Study Guide from Project AWARE. Click here to download this free publication.
The Fun Part
In the Project AWARE Shark Conservation Specialty you will learn what you can do to keep it that way and give sharks a fighting chance. And what’s more, you will learn how to identify and where to find sharks common in the area where you take your course.
What you will learn
During your Project AWARE Shark Conservation Specialty, you learn about:
- Unique physical attributes of sharks
- Conservation status of sharks
- Life history traits that make sharks vulnerable
- Importance of sharks to marine ecosystems
- Major threats contributing to declines in shark populations
- Key management strategies that can protect sharks.
- Value of sharks to local economies
- Personal actions you can take to protect sharks
- Shark species common to region
Requirements
- Minimum certification needed: PADI Open Water Diver Certificate (or qualifying certification from another training organization)
- Minimum age: 12 years old
You will also need the AWARE Shark Conservation Study Guide from Project AWARE. Click here to download this free publication.