SSI Shark Ecology Course

SHARK ECOLOGY OVERVIEW

This is the online / virtual version of the Shark Ecology certification course. Upon completion, you will have better knowledge, understanding, and enjoyment of this beautiful, powerful, and frequently misunderstood animal in the underwater environment.

All of our certifications are offered through Scuba Schools International (SSI). Download the MySSI App on your smartphone for access to free materials, resources, and other tools to improve your dive training experience!

 

DESCRIPTION

Many humans fear sharks and believe them to be aggressive, but is that reputation deserved?  By taking the SSI Shark Ecology program, you will learn how sharks and their behavior are often misunderstood, and how you can safely observe them in their natural habitat. You will earn the SSI Shark Ecology Specialty certification after completing this program.

 

FACTS

• Minimum Age: 10
• Certification Prerequisites: Open Water Diver if in-water training is included
• Academic Sessions: 1
• Pool/Confined Water Sessions: Optional
• Open Water Dives: Optional
• Maximum Training Depth: Optional
• Suggested Duration: 6 - 10 hours (including online material review)

 

Please refer to the SSI Training Standards for more detailed information.

 

 

If you purchased your order through our website return information can be found here.
If you purchased your order via phone please call 512-451-3425

Shipping & Delivery

Turnaround

Most orders are shipped within 48 hours Monday - Friday 10am – 6pm unless otherwise stated.

Carriers
We use the following carriers to deliver our orders:
FedEx, UPS, USPS

Order Tracking
Once a tracking number is provided by the shipping carrier, we will update your order with the tracking information. 

Shipping Rates
The shipping rate is based on your location and the weight of your item(s).  You will be made aware of all shipping charges before final checkout.

Back Orders 
If any of the items in your order are not available to ship immediately, you will be contacted and made aware of approximate shipment dates.  If one or more of your products are on backorder, we can ship what’s available to you right away and the backordered items will be shipped to you when they are available, free of charge.

Sales Tax
Sales tax of 8.25% is charged for orders shipped in Texas and for store pickup.
We are required by law to collect sales tax on orders shipped in Texas. Important Sales Tax Information We do not collect sales or use taxes in all states. For states imposing sales or use taxes, your purchase is subject to use tax unless it is specifically exempt from taxation. Your purchase is not exempt merely because it is made over the Internet or by other remote means. Many states require purchasers to file a sales/use tax return at the end of the year reporting all of the taxable purchases that were not taxed and to pay tax on those purchases. Details of how to file these returns may be found at the websites of your respective taxing authorities.

Returns & Replacements
If you are not 100% satisfied with your purchase, you can return your order for a full refund.  Items can be returned within 30 days of purchase. Returns must be unused, in the state you received them, and in the original packaging. 

Return shipping charges are the sole responsibility of the customer. 
Please email kirk@tomsscuba.com or call 512-451-3425 to request a refund and we will assign you a Return Authorization number (RA#)

Mail your returned item to:
Tom's Dive & Swim
5909 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78757 

Please include in your package a copy of your receipt and your Return Authorization number (RA)#.