From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. The Illness-Wellness Continuum is a graphic illustration of a wellbeing concept first proposed by John W. Travis in 1972. It describes how wellbeing is more than simply an absence of illness, but also incorporates the individual's mental and emotional health.
Those who work with the tanks are an integral part of the staff at an aquarium, as they not only care for the fish but also keep the aquarium and the aquarium curatorâs best interests in mind. It is required that an aquarist have a bachelorâs degree to get hired into the position.It is preferred that the degree be in either environmental engineering, biology, science, or veterinary science, though this is not necessarily a requirement.t is required that an aquarist have a bachelorâs degree to get hired into the position. It is preferred that the degree be in either environmental engineering, biology, science, or veterinary science, though this is not necessarily a requirement.
Plants and algae have important role in maintaining a suitable environment for the aquatic species. The research on aquarium micro-organism exists, and continues to answer questions that can help aquarist maintain a controlled ecosystem in the aquarium. 1  NOAA Ocean Explorer. 2  Scott, Peter W. The Complete Aquarium. 3  NOAA Fisheries Service Northeast Salmon Team. 4  NOAA Photo Library.