As divers and snorkellers, we naturally want to safeguard the precious waters and marine life we have and there are BSAC training courses to give you the skills and abilities to make a real difference.
If you plan to dive or snorkel with a purpose, turbocharge your skills with one of BSAC's environment-related training courses. You'll learn how to take part in marine conservation projects more effectively, from gathering useful information and recording data, to surveying marine species or historic shipwrecks.
Take a look at some of the course options below:
| Course title | Who is it for? | What you will learn | |
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Shore Surveyor |
All - including children and non-divers | How to carry out a shore survey, recognise signs of the native oyster and seagrass and identify their habitats; confidently record your findings Shore Surveyor course details |
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Underwater Surveyor |
Divers and snorkellers | The skills and techniques needed to undertake valuable underwater surveys; know how to collect and record rigorous data that can actually make a difference Underwater Surveyor course details |
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Marine Life Appreciation |
All - including children and non-divers | Understand the human impact on oceans; learn what you as a diver or snorkeller can do to protect and preserve our marine environment Marine Life Appreciation course details |
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Wreck Appreciation |
Scuba divers, BSAC Ocean Diver level or above (or equivalent) | The importance of wrecks and what to do to protect them; how to promote safe, responsible and enjoyable wreck diving in your club Wreck Appreciation course details |
