Marine Expedition Management Scheme

Learn all the ins and outs of a marine conservation project

Have you always wanted to lead a marine conservation expedition but  are lacking experience or professional certifications? If yes, read on!

Are you looking to break in to the marine expedition industry? The Marine Expedition Management Scheme (MEMS) will give you qualifications and experience that will set you above other applicants. With over 30 years of experience in the sector we have carefully tailored this internship to ensure that you gain the national accreditations needed to lend authenticity to your application, whilst giving you the hands-on experience to allow you to carry out your role with confidence.

CCC are part of the Lifesigns Group, a group of companies specialising in overseas expeditions, and providers of training in: health and safety, the medical field, and risk. As much of the scheme training is run in house we are able to ensure that you are able to benefit from both CCC and the Lifesigns Group's extensive knowledge and expertise in working in remote conditions. You will be closely supervised by established instructors and expedition staff, and will be fully briefed on current guidelines, regulations and policies that contribute to running a safe and successful marine conservation project. We believe that this comprehensive training package sets the industry standard in expedition leadership. 
Duration: UK based training followed by 20 weeks in country

Cost:  £7,995.00

Pre-requisites: You will need to be at least 18 years old and medically cleared to join the internship. Expedition Leaders are responsible for the overall health, safety and well-being of local and international staff, volunteers and scholars, therefore a confident, friendly personality with an ability to connect with individuals from all backgrounds is a must. Expedition Leadership is an active role so it is important to be in good physical shape. You will be supporting a conservation project site and so a love and respect for nature, and a passion for this field will be of great assistance!

Duration: UK based training followed by 20 weeks in country


Cost:  £7,995.00


Pre-requisites: You will need to be at least 18 years old and medically cleared to join the internship. Expedition Leaders are responsible for the overall health, safety and well-being of local and international staff, volunteers and scholars, therefore a confident, friendly personality with an ability to connect with individuals from all backgrounds is a must. Expedition Leadership is an active role so it is important to be in good physical shape. You will be supporting a conservation project site and so a love and respect for nature, and a passion for this field will be of great assistance! 
"If you're reading this and thinking, leading for Coral Cay Conservation sounds interesting but actually I'd prefer to do seasonal work, then leading school teams on short term overseas expeditions may be a better fit for you. Why not contact our sister team over at Adventure Lifesigns and they'll talk you through the necessary training! "
Tessa Dawson, BSc
Volunteer Coordinator
"If you're reading this and thinking, leading for Coral Cay Conservation sounds interesting but actually I'd prefer to do seasonal work, then leading school teams on short term overseas expeditions may be a better fit for you. Why not contact our sister team over at Adventure Lifesigns and they'll talk you through the necessary training! "
Tessa Dawson, BSc
Volunteer Coordinator

What's included?

  • Flights (one return from UK to project site country)
  • Liability insurance
  • Overseas in-country costs (Transport, visa, meals and accommodation)

UK Training and certifications
  • ECP Exploration Medicine Course with Instructor top up
  • Further First Aid Training
  • Travel Safety Awareness Course
  • Off-Site Safety Management Course
  • NNAS Bronze Navigation Course
  • Legal Considerations
  • Final review with HO staff 

On-site 
  • Introduction to internship mentor
  • Dive Training 
    • PADI Open Water Diver Course
    • PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course
    • PADI Rescue Diver Course
    • PADI Divemaster Course
  • Skills Development Programme
  • Emergency Communication Equipment Training 
  • Reef Check
  • Expedition Management
  • Budgeting and Procurement
  • Planning and Logistics

What's not included?

  • Travel, accommodation and meal expenses during the period in the UK
  • Medical insurance
  • Personal spending money 
  • PADI Divemaster registration fee
  • Personal Dive Kit

What's included?

  • Flights (one return from UK to project site country)
  • Liability insurance
  • Overseas in-country costs (Transport, visa, meals and accommodation)

UK Training and certifications
  • ECP Exploration Medicine Course with Instructor top up
  • Further First Aid Training
  • Travel Safety Awareness Course
  • Off-Site Safety Management Course
  • NNAS Bronze Navigation Course
  • Legal Considerations
  • Final review with HO staff 

On-site 
  • Introduction to internship mentor
  • Dive Training 
    • PADI Open Water Diver Course
    • PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course
    • PADI Rescue Diver Course
    • PADI Divemaster Course
  • Skills Development Programme
  • Emergency Communication Equipment Training 
  • Reef Check
  • Expedition Management
  • Budgeting and Procurement
  • Planning and Logistics

What's not included?

  • Travel, accommodation and meal expenses during the period in the UK
  • Medical insurance
  • Personal spending money 
  • PADI Divemaster registration fee
  • Personal Dive Kit

What's included?

  • Flights (one return from UK to project site country)
  • Liability insurance
  • Overseas in-country costs (Transport, visa, meals and accommodation)

UK Training and certifications
  • ECP Exploration Medicine Course with Instructor top up
  • Further First Aid Training
  • Travel Safety Awareness Course
  • Off-Site Safety Management Course
  • NNAS Bronze Navigation Course
  • Legal Considerations
  • Final review with HO staff 

On-site 
  • Introduction to internship mentor
  • Dive Training 
    • PADI Open Water Diver Course
    • PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course
    • PADI Rescue Diver Course
    • PADI Divemaster Course
  • Skills Development Programme
  • Emergency Communication Equipment Training 
  • Reef Check
  • Expedition Management
  • Budgeting and Procurement
  • Planning and Logistics

What's not included?

  • Travel, accommodation and meal expenses during the period in the UK
  • Medical insurance
  • Personal spending money 
  • PADI Divemaster registration fee
  • Personal Dive Kit

Register Your Interest

We have designed a comprehensive training programme which abides by the high certification standards that we require for our Field Base Managers. We understand that it is quite an undertaking so if you are interested get in touch, and we can discuss the training and potential career path in greater detail. 

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Please note that by joining this Internship we are not guaranteeing your certification in any courses since course certification is a result of completing/passing required coursework and/or examinations.
Please note that by joining this Internship we are not guaranteeing your certification in any courses since course certification is a result of completing/passing required coursework and/or examinations.
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