Continuing-Education
Love Our Sharks
Love sharks? Scared of sharks? Or do you just want to know more about them? Enroll in the AWARE Shark Conservation Specialty course and discover the value of sharks to marine ecosystems and economies. You’ll learn more about the causes of declining shark populations and the actions you can take to become a knowledgeable and passionate shark defender. By being informed on this 2-dive specialty, you can dispel misconceptions and act to protect sharks. Sharks need you!
If you’re a PADI (Junior) Open Water Diver who is at least 12 years old, you can enroll in the AWARE Shark Conservation Diver Specialty course.
Detail overview
What to expect
- 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.
Requirements
- At least 12 years old, and in reasonable physical health.
- Open Water Certification
- 12-14 year old divers require a Junior Open Water certification.
- Sign Liability Release⊕ Form ONLINE!
- Understand and speak English (for safety reasons)
Maui Diving is a PADI Green Star Award and Project Aware dive center. We lead the way in supporting their efforts through donations and education. The full amount donated will go directly to Project AWARE. Spread Aloha, seek adventure and save the ocean!