Sea Turtle Ecology

Sea turtles are some of the most enchanting and fascinating animals you will ever dive with. Discover more about them and in the SSI Sea Turtle Ecology Specialty program!


What you can expect to learn

Sea turtles are some of the most wonderful animals to dive with. You will want to dive with them even more after completing the SSI Sea Turtle Ecology Specialty program! This specialty program provides the skills and concepts you need to recognize and identify common sea turtle species. It teaches you about the fascinating history of sea turtles, their role in marine ecosystems and threats to their survival. Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Sea Turtle Ecology Specialty certification.

The SSI Sea Turtle Ecology Course consists of 5 Academic Sessions

Course equipment requirements

As it is a Dry Course, it can be done Online


Course prerequisites

Minimum Age: 15
Certification Prerequisites: None
Academic Sessions: Online Program
Pool/Confined Water Sessions: NA
Open Water Dives: NA
Maximum Training Depth: 30 meters / 100 feet (age 18+)
Suggested Duration: 3-6 hours

Get started

  1. Complete the Digital Learning materials found in this manual. These materials are self-paced, and you can complete them anywhere, anytime, once you download them to your MySSI app
  1. Complete the Academic Sessions

What’s included?

Training Material and Certification Cost


How long will this take?

Recommended hours for completion: 3-6


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