This course is a precursor to the field training on coral nursery development. It is also a continuing education program to the coral reef rehabilitation. Initial training on coral propagation must complete before learner is enrolled in this course. The purpose of this course is to instil an understanding of the environment where the coral nursery is developed. It also outlines the protocols to protect the underwater environments from stressors from the nursery development. By learning and following the right protocols, a holistic and true conservation results can be achieved.