FMSEA and the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission have developed and implemented an aquatic species collection workshop for educators. Upon successful completion of the workshop, educators receive a 3-year collection certificate form the Florida FWCC.

The workshop is available to certified Florida teachers and/or employees and volunteers of educational centers. After successful completion of the 2–3 hour workshop, a certificate will be mailed to each recipient within 6–8 weeks. Certificate holders are eligible to collect specified aquatic species for educational purposes that would be restricted under fishing license guidelines. This Educator Certification is valid for 3 years. Renewal workshops are available.

During the training workshop, participants will discuss collecting alternatives, benefits, collection and transport techniques, methods to minimize environmental impact, restrictions imposed by the Collecting Certificate, available resources, and related activities.

Participants are asked to complete their registration through this website. Payment may be made in advance by credit card (note that additional fees apply to this option). No additional fees are applied for check or cash payments. Checks and cash payments ($25) must be brought on the day of the workshop. Checks should be made payable to FMSEA.

If an invoice is required in order to obtain a check, please contact the organizer AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.