Eco Specialty Courses

As divers, we know just how breathtaking the underwater world can be. But with every dive, we’re also witnessing the impact of pollution, overfishing,...

NUDIBRANCH ECOLOGY SPECIALTY COURSE OVERVIEWWelcome to the Nudibranch Ecology course, where you’ll explore the world of sea slugs in seven detailed sessions. Begin with...

MARINE INVERTEBRATE ECOLOGY SPECIALTY COURSE OVERVIEWDive into the wonders of marine invertebrates with our new SSI ecology specialty — Marine Invertebrate Ecology. This captivating...

MARINE MAMMAL ECOLOGY SPECIALTY COURSE OVERVIEWDo you have a passion to save the ocean and the marine animals that call it their home? Does...

SEA TURTLE ECOLOGY SPECIALTY COURSE OVERVIEWSea turtles are some of the most wonderful animals to dive with. You will want to dive with them...

CORAL IDENTIFICATION SPECIALTY COURSE OVERVIEWCoral reefs are prized among divers and rightly so; drifting over a healthy reef filled with bustling marine life is...

FISH IDENTIFICATION SPECIALTY COURSE OVERVIEWThe world’s oceans are home to thousands of fish species, and you will encounter plenty of these fascinating creatures on...

MANTA & RAY ECOLOGY SPECIALTY COURSE OVERVIEWIn the SSI Manta & Ray Ecology specialty program, you will learn how ocean organisms interact with each...

SHARK ECOLOGY SPECIALTY COURSE OVERVIEWIn the SSI Shark Ecology program, you will learn how to interpret shark behaviours, why they are often misunderstood and...

MARINE ECOLOGY SPECIALTY COURSE OVERVIEWIn the SSI Marine Ecology specialty program, you will learn how ocean organisms interact with each other and their environments....