SSI Shark Ecology Course Online
Do I need a scuba certification to sign up?
No! This course is open to everyone interested in tigers, galapagos, makos, threshers, and more! The Shark Ecology is two parts, a digital learning portion from SSI in course format and a supplementary recording of marine biologist guest speaker, Emily Wilson. The online class will be a guided learning opportunity to explore in more detail the sharks which reside in Hawaii. The online coursework is available as soon as you sign up.
What is in the Shark Ecology course?
In the SSI Shark Ecology course you will investigate the true value of sharks, the important role they role as top apex predators, plus shark evolution and their highly adaptive senses.
1. Reef Shark 2. Sand Tiger Shark 3. Mako Shark 4. Nurse Shark 5. Bull Shark 6. Oceanic Whitetip Shark 7. Blue Shark 8. Tiger Shark 9. Great White Shark 10. Hammerhead Shark 11. Whale Shark 12. Leopard Shark Image© Fotolia/shanesabindesign, skypicsstudio
You will fully explore the shark side of the elasmobranchs: from deep sea Cookiecutter Sharks to gentle giant Whale Sharks. In present times, we have 440 species of sharks swimming in our seas. We, as humans, have an intriguing relationship with sharks. Augmented by media portrayal, we can be blindsighted to the essential function of top down control in our oceans ecosystems. We are co-existing and sharing the ocean’s resources with sharks. Accordingly, this course explains why sharks are successful predators who deserve our respect and protection.
SSI offers a fully online Shark Ecology program, including in-depth digital learning and accredited certification. Marine biologist, Emily Wilson, will be hosting an online class about our Hawaiian shark residents, as well as threats to sharks worldwide. Keep an eye out for links to our online ecology events, we post on our Facebook & Instagram pages. Although for your certification we do not require you to join our live sessions, we welcome you to come with budding shark enthusiasm!
Dive into the Shark Ecology course to gain an overview of their biology and behaviour, and discover what your role is in shark conservation. Knowledge is power, you will learn how to use your voice and be a shark advocate.
How do I sign up for Shark Ecology Online?
Click on the image below ↓↓↓ and start setting up your free SSI online diver profile – if you don’t already have one.
With your account at the ready, please call our dive shop, email or sign up live on the online course calendar at the bottom of the page. We then issue you the digital learning to your personal SSI account. As a bonus, you will receive free access to SSI Blue Oceans, try freediving, snorkeling and scuba digital materials.
Participation in our online course plus your certification is $125 ($100 for Club Members). This includes our online Zoom presentation and live Q&A session with Emily. If you do not wish to take the full course but are keen to join our online class, you can sign up for just $10.
For your certification, you need to complete the knowledge reviews and final exam. We then issue you with your digital Shark Ecology Certification Card!
If you are not a diver, we want you! We want you to indulge in the fascinating lives of sharks as explored in the online course. If you are a diver, you can ask about our dive charters to (hopefully!) see Hawaii’s resident nurse, galapagos, sandbar and whale shark populations.
Does the Shark Ecology Specialty count toward my FREE Master Diver Rating?
Why yes, yes it does! A Master Diver is one that has 50
dives logged, 4 specialty courses (like this one) and the Stress and Rescue Course. The Shark Ecology course counts as one of those specialties to earn your FREE Master Diver Rating. Once attaining the Master Diver rating, you will automatically be entered into a sweepstakes to win a dive travel trip for 2 on a liveaboard. These drawings are held in January for everyone that made Master Diver the previous year.
When is the next ecology class?
We offer all 6 SSI ecology courses, fully online for you to complete at your own pace and place of comfort. For instance, we have Manta & Ray Ecology, Sea Turtle Ecology, Marine Ecology, Coral Identification, and Fish Identification courses.
Want to take ALL 6?! We have a special ecology bundle package for you to take advantage of. Each course for $75, including cert and online class. Call us to book for the best price possible on SSI ecology courses!
Check out our ecology class schedule! ↓↓↓