Welcome to
The Academy
GAA's Online Learning Library for Aquaculture and Seafood Professionals
The Global Aquaculture Academy hosts a number of courses related to the aquaculture industry. Our courses are categorized by the four pillars of responsible aquaculture: Food Safety, Social Accountability, Animal Health and Welfare, and Environmental Responsibility. Courses that do not fit in those categories can be found in the "Other" category, and do not require an account for enrollment.
The courses on this site are intended to highlight and teach best practices regarding these four pillars to improve productivity, lower negative environmental and social impacts, and ensure a safe, high quality aquaculture product.
Course Categories
Food Safety
These courses identify potential food safety problems at aquaculture facilities and the best practices to control them.
View CoursesSocial Accountability
These courses help students understand the issues and principles of social accountability within the aquaculture industry.
View CoursesAnimal Health & Welfare
These courses convey best management practices that limit the presence and impacts of destructive animal diseases, maintain a healthy growing environment, and promote humane treatment.
View CoursesEnvironmental Responsibility
These courses define and explore the environmental impacts of aquaculture and highlight best practices for an environmentally responsible seafood business.
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White Papers and Reports
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Case Studies
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Past GOAL Presentations
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Roundtable Discussions and Webinars
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Events
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GAA Member Toolkit
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