Miami-Dade & Monroe Counties
May 14 - June 4, 2024
Registration closes at Noon on May 9, 2024
(Course Code: MR24-02)
and In-person field trips.
In-person Field Locations
Coral Restoration Foundation Headquarters*
5 Seagate Blvd, Key Largo, FL 33037
*Additional fee required. Review detailed information in Course Guidelines under Field Trips.
OPTIONAL: Virginia Key South side - Causeway Beach
Instructors Information
Lead and Point of Contact: Ana Zangroniz, Florida Sea Grant Extension Agent
Organization: UF/IFAS Extension & Florida Sea Grant
Phone: 305-421-4017
Email: azangroniz@ufl.edu
Additional Lead: Lisa Krimsky, Water Resources Regional Specialized Agent, UF/IFAS Extension
Tentative Course Agenda
Open the PDF below to view the full agenda for this course.
Course Guidelines
Covid-19 safety precautions:
In light of the latest CDC updates and guidance from UF health experts, we no longer require masks during in-person FMNP activities but welcome masks for those who wish to wear them and voice support for those who do.
Live Online Meeting:
Indicates when you are required to be online (Zoom) at the designated time to participate in course presentations, discussions, and activities. Attendance will be taken by the instructor. To participate, you must have:
- Zoom application downloaded to your device
- An internet connection suitable for live streaming (wired or wireless)
- Speakers, a microphone (or headset), and a web camera
- A quiet location where you will not be disturbed
Attendance Policy:
- You cannot miss more than 4.75 hours (20% of the 24 contact hours) This is a FMNP policy and cannot be modified by the Instructor.
- To receive certification, the 4.75 hours or less missed must be made up by completing an assignment of equal time and content. Approval of the Instructor is required.
- If total hours missed exceeds 4.75 hours, certification is not possible regardless of material made up.
- All absences should be discussed with the instructor in advance. In case of emergencies, please notify Instructor as soon as possible.
Field Trips:
Requires an additional fee for the May 30th field trip. This should be paid directly to Florida Keys Dive Center at 305-852-4599 upon booking your spot. Price: $60.00 for snorkel and $105.00 for SCUBA diving [CERTIFIED DIVERS ONLY}.
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