PADI Underwater Naturalist Specialty Course

Maybe you dive but your partner does not, however they do share your interest in the underwater world in which you take so much pleasure. Well heres one way in which they can share your passion at least in part!

Gain knowledge and with this knowledge a greater understanding of the aquatic realm that covers 70% of the worlds surface, and is the cornerstone of life itself. Take a look at the PADI Underwater Naturalist Specialty.

COURSE PRE-REQUISITES

Non diver path: None

Certified diver path:

Participants must hold a minimum diver certification of PADI Open Water Diver, or an equivalent rating.

Minimum age is 10 years*.

 

PADI Underwater Naturalist Course Options
Options	From THB
Beach Dives	6,900
Day Boat Dives	7,900

PRICE INCLUDES

Hire of diving equipment.

Dive site entrance fees, and PADI Certification fees.

COURSE OUTLINE

This course is unique among the PADI Speciality courses in that is structured to accommodate both Divers and Non Divers alike. There are two paths through the course a non diver path and a Specialty diver path.

Non divers may take the classroom portion of the course.

Certified scuba divers complete the classroom sessions as well as an additional program consisting of two open water dives, (the entire classroom portion of the program is prerequisite to the diving portion).

The presentations and discussions will cover the following topics -

An Introduction to the Aquatic Realm

Land Physical Characteristics

Land Structural Characteristics

Water Physical Characteristics

Water Structural Characteristics

Aquatic Life Mythology and Human perceptions of Aquatic life

Survey of Aquatic life and relationships between Aquatic animals

Responsible human interactions with Aquatic life.

During the Open Water Dives segment participants are required to locate and identify at least two local aquatic plants, four invertebrate animals, plus five vertebrate animals. As well as demonstrate good diving techniques for the preservation of marine life and habitat.

 

COURSE TIMETABLE

Day 1 - Upon arrival you will receive a safety briefing and orientation to the dive centre. This will be followed by an introduction to the course and an overview of what to expect and whats expected of you.

This is followed by an Instructor led discussion about the Aquatic realm, plus the checks and responsibilities involved in this highly responsible aspect of scuba diving. Students will then prepare for the days diving activities, checking and preparing equipment, before leaving the dive centre for the pool or chosen dive site.

At the end of the day participants return to the dive base for de-kitting followed by a debriefing of the days activities and completion of certification administration.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO BRING

2 passport sized photographs.

Your log book and proof of your current level of diving certification.

Swim Wear and Towel.

Packed lunches.

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW

*Participants under 16 years must be accompanied on the course by a suitably qualified parent or legal guardian.

Like all training courses where certain levels of performance are required to pass it is important to realize that you must reach the required levels of proficiency for each aspect of the course in order for the instructor to certify you, (just like on a driving test). If you fail to achieve the required standards we will endeavor to give you the opportunity for further training, however this would incur additional cost.

WHAT'S NEXT?

The PADI Night Diver Specialty Course is part of the PADI Diver Continuing Education Program, designed to encourage divers to further their Knowledge and Skills under the safe supervision of professional instructors. It combines well with other such courses such as the PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy Diver Specialty Course.