Training the NEXT generation of marine conservationists
Training the NEXT generation of marine conservationists
Coral reefs are among the planet’s oldest, most productive, and most diverse ecosystems. But, they are also one of the most threatened. Reefs around the globe are declining at an alarming rate, and although the problems have been well documented for over 50 years, not enough has been done to protect and conserve our planet’s oceans. Our aim is to not rely solely on governments to solve these problems, but to increase the capacity and skillsets of local managers and divers around the globe to empower a new generation of action oriented conservationists. Through training courses we are giving people from many different backgrounds the knowledge to initiate action, and through our networks helping those who want to make a difference join up and realize their goals.
What we do
Training and Certifications
We offer a full range of training and certifications related to marine research, protection, restoration, and conservation.
Career Headstart
A network of conservation centers offers assistance in finding internships, jobs, and other educational opportunities.
Educational and Training Materials
We provide manuals, books, underwater ID slates, and other educational materials- to be used during our courses, or independently.
The Conservation Diver Certification flow
Discover our latest blog posts
Saving Thailand’s Gentle Giants: How Divers Protect Whale Sharks
Swimming with the ocean’s largest fish is an experience that changes the lives of any diver lucky…
An Update on an Itinerant Family of Corals: Dendrophylliidae
A recent publication has shed new light on one of the more diverse and exciting families of…
Sea Slug Diversity in Koh Tao, Thailand
An extensive 14-year study using benthic surveys and photographic records has revealed a stunning…
Proactive & Reactive Ecosystem Restoration
Proactive and reactive ecosystem restoration are two new terms that more accurately define what is…
Amid the Ovulids: True and False Cowries
Seashells such as ovulids and cowries are two which are often misidentified for each other.…
Understanding Corallivorous Drupella Snails
Although outbreaks of corallivorous Drupella snails have been increasing across the Indo-Pacific…
A New Record of Heliopora Coral
Until recently, it was thought that the genus Heliopora was monotypic, with the only species…
Reef Restoration Techniques: The Bottle Units
The Bottle Units are a reef restoration tool utilized by all Conservations Diver Training centers,…
What people is saying about Conservation Diver
After my master’s, I became a coral biologist working for one of the biggest coral reef restoration project in the world (Landaa Giraavaru, Maldives). I can truly say that I would not have been able to fulfill the mission of this project successfully without all the knowledge and diving skills I acquired through the Conservation Diver Training.Ms. Fanny Couture, PhD
If you want to challenge yourself, to learn a lot, to meet amazing people, to do bad ass work underwater this experience is for you. Whether you plan to visit the program for one week or two months, you will be grateful you had the opportunity to do so.Ms. Yanitza ‘Yana’ Grantcharska
I can only say I am really glad I decided to do it. I learned a lot, met some great people I still see today and it got me started doing something pretty rewarding.Mr. Bob Sevenster, MA
Conservation Diver is an excellent program, whether you’re just looking for a fun holiday with a purpose, or for some specific training in scientific diving and marine conservation. Margaux Hein, PhD
Coral reef conservation is complex and there are about a million ways that you can be a conservationist – Conservation Diver is an amazing opportunity to explore what flavor of coral conservationist you might want to be.Maurizio Martinelli, MSc
The instruction and education I received from Conservation Diver members truly inspired me to get to where I am today. Amanda Lewin, MSc
The Conservation Diver Team
Our Trainers come from a wide range of backgrounds and interests, but all share a common passion of marine conservation education and the practical application of this knowledge. To be become one of our Conservation Diver Trainers you must show dedication and drive to produce research led outputs through your work and make real and tangible impacts to the environment you work in.