Why Project AWARE Specialty course?
If you want to learn about the plight of worldwide aquatic ecosystems and how you can protect them, this Specialty course is for you. This non-diving Specialty course may also be conducted in conjunction with other PADI Specialty Diver courses. Also see our  community project.

What do I need to start?
No dive certification is required. There is also no minimum age limit.

You'll learn about aquatic ecosystem degradation and the conservation measures protecting aquatic resources. This includes:The Project AWARE philosophy, the importance and interdependence of worldwide aquatic ecosystems, current issues regarding fisheries, coastal zone management and marine pollution, the status of several critically degraded marine environments.

The Project AWARE Specialty course certification counts as one of five Specialty certifications required for your PADI Master Scuba Diver certification.