Project AWARE: Coral Reef Conservation Specialty

• Duration: 1 day
• Number of dives: n/a
• Prerequistes: None
• Cost: Click for price list

The AWARE - Coral Reef Conservation Specialty course teaches divers, snorkelers and nondivers about the vital role of coral reefs in the marine environment. The course also familiarizes participants with the current state of the world's coral reefs and how they can help.

Project Aware Courses

• Project AWARE General Specialty Course
• Project AWARE: Fish Identification Specialty
• Project AWARE: Coral Reef Preservation

What will I do?

This non-diving course includes:

• An introduction to Project AWARE
• The importance of coral reefs to marine ecosystems and coastal areas
• Coral reef biology, association and competition
• The status of the world's coral reefs
• How participants can help, including responsible diving and snorkeling practices

How long will it take?

• Recommended Course Hours: two

What will I need?

• A.W.A.R.E. - Our World, Our Water
• Protect the Living Reef Video

Where can I go from here?

You can use this course to complement your Peak Performance Buoyancy, AWARE - Fish Identification, Underwater Naturalist or Underwater Photography Specialty course. In addition, the AWARE - Coral Reef Conservation Specialty course counts as one of five Specialty course certifications required for the Master Scuba Diver certification.

To enroll in any PADI Specialty course, contact your local PADI Dive Center or Resort today.