In this fascinating category you will learn to separate fact from fiction about our fragile underwater marine life
This program delves into the the ecological side of the other 72% of planet- we call Earth!
By applying the acquired knowledge you can immediately have fun in the water- this program is not going to give you a marine biologist degree, there are no long lectures nor long tedious lessons! But you will enjoy learning and have all the necessary and correct knowledge to allow an amazing interaction .
Participation requirements:
Minimum 12 years old Duration of the course: Approximately one day depending on the progress of the student.
This program teaches the skills and concepts required to recognize and identify common families of coral species, and explains their role in the ocean's ecosystems.
The ocean is filled with fascinating and beautiful fish of every shape and size. This non-diving specialty program teaches you the skills and concepts required to identify the common families of Caribbean, Indo-Pacific, and Red Sea reef fish. You will earn the SSI Fish Identification Specialty certification after completing this program.
This program provides a general understanding of the complex and exciting science of marine ecology, which is the study of how organisms interact with each other and the environment, the flow of energy through communities, and the link between ocean ecosystems. You will earn the SSI Marine Ecology Specialty certification after completing this program.