Research and Monitoring

Marine Ecology & Monitoring

An introduction to coral reefs, marine organisms, and monitoring techniques

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The Ecological Monitoring Program

Our comprehensive coral reef monitoring course for fish, invertebrates, corals, and more.

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Advanced Ecological Monitoring Program

A prestigious certification for those with advanced knowledge and skills in marine research and monitoring.

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Coral Restoration Theory and Techniques

Coral Restoration Theory & Techniques

Introduction to the theories and techniques of coral reef restoration

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Artificial Reef Theory & Techniques

Building and maintaining artificial reefs as part of a restoration program

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Mineral Accretion Technology Basics & Techniques

How to build and maintain mineral accretion devices (electrified artificial reefs)

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Coral Spawning & Larval Culturing Program

Using coral larvae to produce restoration feedstocks with greater resilience and genetic diversity

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Hard Corals

Coral Taxonomy & Identification

Learn about coral anatomy, taxonomy, and identification

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Coral Disease Monitoring & Identification

How to identify, assess, and monitor coral diseases and compromised health states

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Reef Protection

Mooring Line Maintenance & Installations

Marine zoning theory and how to install and maintain mooring lines

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Monitoring & Conserving Other Reef Organisms

Sea Turtle Ecology & Monitoring Program

Sea turtle ecology, identification, monitoring, and tracking techniques

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Sea Turtle Hatchery & Head-Starting Programs

Sea Turtle protection, hatcheries, rehabilitation, head-starting, and other conservation techniques

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Giant Clam Nurseries & Population Studies

Assessing and restoring populations of giant clams

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Coral Predators Monitoring & Management

Monitoring and managing populations of coral predators such as Crown of Thorns Sea Stars and Drupella snails.

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Nudibranch & Sea Slug Ecology

Nudibranch biology and ecology, as well as identification and monitoring

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Shark Ecology & Population Studies

Biology, ecology, assessing and monitoring populations of sharks

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Whale Conservationist

Whales, often overlooked but revered in diverse cultures, serve as crucial unsung heroes in marine ecosystems.

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Whale Research Assistant

This course provides essential skills for assisting researchers on observation vessels and conducting field-based scientific research.

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Seahorse Ecology & Monitoring

How to identify and monitoring populations of sea horses, as well as conduct benthic surveys

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Seagrass Ecology & Monitoring

Seagrass meadows are crucial components of coastal ecosystems.

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Plastic Pollution: Monitoring & Assessment

Despite the vast oceans, global plastic pollution is a growing issue, impacting even remote islands.

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Mangrove Reforestation & Monitoring

The Advanced Ecological Monitoring Program certification is a prestigious certification course for students seeking to gain knowledge and practice in a multitude of research techniques and demonstrate exceptional skill in performing reef surveys and data collection.

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Macro Algae Monitoring & Management

Macro algae are a natural part of our ocean ecosystems, providing a food sources to grazing herbivores and regulating the ocean environment by absorbing carbon dioxide and nitrates whilst releasing oxygen.

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Invasive Lionfish Management

Although endemic to the Indo-Pacific, Lionfish are an extremely damaging invasive species in the Caribbean and Mediterranean.

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