Everyone likes to SCUBA dive or snorkel in warm, clear water on  vibrant coral reefs, but few know how crucial these are to ocean ecosystems. The Coral Reef Conservation Specialty course helps you appreciate the complexity of these habitats and teaches you how you can help conserve these vital systems.

What you will learn:

• How coral reefs function and the complex nature of life on a reef.
• Why coral reefs are so important
• Why many coral reefs are in serious trouble.
• What you can do to prevent further decline.
• How Project AWARE unites divers and water enthusiasts to make a difference.