Make a difference for yourself and others by learning and applying tips to save the ocean. The PADI AWARE Specialty course equips you with tangible actions and opportunities to bring about positive ocean change.
Supported by PADI eLearning®, this course dismantles the barriers between diving and conservation, making responsible marine conservation accessible to all.
A portion of the proceeds from every PADI AWARE Foundation™ course funds AWARE’s critical conservation work to remove marine debris, secure protection for sharks & rays, expand marine protected areas, and support local grantees.
What You’ll Learn
- Understand and recognize the key ocean threats
- Take responsible underwater images and build a conservation-focused media presence
- Engage in conservation action for global impact
- Become an Eco-Tourist
Certification Requirements
Any age, any diving experience level (including none), and any person anywhere, can take this course. You can even get credit from the convenience of home via two-way video conference learning!
- ime: PADI eLearning: 1-2 hours
Entire course: 1-3 hours - ge: No minimum age
- health: none
How to Earn Your PADI® AWARE Specialty Certification
During the self-study eLearning portion of this course, you’ll learn the 10 Tips to Save the Ocean and how to make a positive impact for the underwater world. Next, turn your passion into purpose by completing the 10 Tips Workshops with a highly trained PADI Professional. You can go to your local dive center and complete the workshops there, or opt for a fully virtual experience via two-way video online learning with participating dive centers/PADI Pros to complete your PADI AWARE Specialty Certification.