The Ecological Monitoring Program (EMP) is an introduction to coral reef ecology for divers interested in learning how to view the reef scientifically. The course first teaches students how recognize key biotic and abiotic reef components and reef survey techniques. Students will then do a series of dive safaris to identify the indicator species and then later conduct dive surveys collecting ‘Live’ data that will be recorded into the database. This course certifies them to conduct their own surveys and report data back to the online database. Parameters assessed include fish and invertebrate abundance and biodiversity, substrate cover, coral taxonomy, coral diseases, coral bleaching, and more. This course is a prerequisite for many of the other courses offered by Conservation Diver.
Ecological Monitoring Program
฿13,300.00
Description
Ecological Monitoring Program
Ecological Monitoring Program
Duration – 3 days
Duration – 3 days
Duration – 3 days
Included
Awarded a Conservation Diver, Ecological Monitoring Program certificate
Course includes 5 lectures
- Coral reef Marine Ecology
- Ecological Monitoring Program
- EMP Fish Identification
- EMP Invertebrate Identification
- EMP Substrate Types Identification
We allow only four students per instructor. This allows us to maximize the level of training for each individual student and provide a personal experience for each student. Each student is always under the direct supervision of a PADI Scuba Instructor.
The Conservation Diver Ecological Monitoring Program courses consists of 6 or more dives.
During the trip we provide refreshments, fruit, water, tea, and coffee. Between the two dives there is a short break to enjoy the scenery, during which we provide a delicious buffet of Thai cuisine. If you have any special dietary needs we can take care of that request during the registration process.
Not Included
National Park fees are applied to scuba divers diving within the Had Noppharathara National Park
Start | Thai | Non-Thai |
|---|---|---|
Day 1 | 240 thb | 600 thb |
Day 2 | 200 thb | 200 thb |
Day 3 | 200 thb | 200 thb |
Day 4* | 240 thb | 600 thb |
*National Park fees renew on the 4th day
**Fees are applied to some snorkeling trips
Additional information
| Duration | Courses takes three days |
|---|---|
| Health for Diving | All persons engaging in scuba diving should be of good health. We strongly recommend students check out the medical statement to ensure they are healthy enough to scuba dive. Persons that do have a history of specific illnesses may not be allowed to dive. |
| Experience required | Must be Open Water certified to participate in this course and show Advanced level buoyancy skills |
| National Park Fees | The National Park Fees are not included. The National park fees for this course will be 1,000 baht for 3 days diving. National park fees are paid directly to the national park rangers at the pier before boarding the dive boat |
| Flying after Diving | Divers must wait at least 18 hours after scuba diving prior to boarding an airplane. Not allowing enough time between the last dive and then going to altitude is potentially dangerous |
