Welcome to the Universal Aqua Academy,

Would you like to improve you or your staffs knowledge in the following areas?

Fish Health
Water Quality - Science
Water Quality - Management
Ordering Fish
Aquarium Biotopes
Latin Names
Disease Treatment
Common Pathogens
The Nitrogen Cycle
Ethics
Business Studies
Generating More Profit for Stores
Sales Techniques
The Importance of Add on Sales
Complimenting the Shop with your own Private Work

University level lecturers sharing decades of knowledge to turn you or your staff into an advanced member of a team in the ornamental aquatics trade.

The aim of the course is to arm people with further knowledge so they can increase fish health and generate sales and thus boost your aquatic businesses revenue and reputation.

The course will be beneficial for:

Those in the aquatics trade who fish to further their knowledge

Those starting out in the aquatics trade to make themselves more employable

Aquatic businesses that would like to increase their profits or get back into profit

Aquatic businesses that would like to improve their fish health

The course can be done in any amount of time so is able to work around your schedule as fast or slow as you would like to take it.

Where your passion for aquatic life becomes your profession! This foundation level course is designed for beginners, offering an exciting journey into the world of ornamental aquatics. Imagine being surrounded by the beauty and tranquillity of aquatic life every day, and getting paid for it! This course not only equips you with essential skills for a career in an aquatics shop but also allows you to turn a hobby you love into a rewarding career. As a valuable member of the aquatics retail team, you'll bring joy to fellow enthusiasts while nurturing your own passion and becoming a super hero in your aquatics business.

Armed with a profound background in aquaculture and fishery management, I possess a BSc (Hons) in Aquaculture and Fishery Management, supplemented by a Foundation Degree in Fishery Science and a National Diploma with Triple Distinction in Aquatics and Ornamental Fish Management. My scholarly pursuits are further enriched by specialised certificates in the Anatomy and Physiology of Fish, Diseases and Pathogens of Fish, and an OATA certificate in Fish Biology.

My dedication and expertise were duly recognised when I was awarded the prestigious 2004 Rolfe C Hagen Glass Rose Dish for exemplary performance in Fish Science at Sparsholt College's Centre of Excellence. My expertise and insights have been shared through contributions to esteemed publications such as Tropical Fish Magazine, Private Air, Russian UK, Practical Fishkeeping, Marine Habitat Magazine (as a member of the expert panel), and Marine World Magazine.

Beyond the realm of publishing, my specialist knowledge in ornamental fish affairs has been recognised by the BBC, leading to appearances on BBC Radio 4, BBC Radio 4's Gardeners' Question Time, BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Southern Counties, BBC Radio Kent, and BBC Radio Cumbria. My advisory roles extend to the distinguished corridors of the House of Lords, where I have lectured on our agricultural foreign policy and engaged with world leaders on sustainable aquaculture during a UN meeting focused on African food futures.

Furthermore, my practical experience with fitting out ornamental aquatic shops through my company Universal Aqua Systems based in the UK and many years experience working in aquatic retail in both independent shops and national chains.