Foundations in Sex Education for Clinical and Educational Practice

Title of Event: Foundations in Sex Education for Clinical and Educational Practice

Description of Event:

This training provides an overview of contemporary sexuality education grounded in sexual and reproductive health, pleasure, inclusivity, and evidence-informed practice. Participants will examine current information related to sexual and reproductive anatomy and physiology, as well as health and medical factors that influence sexual well-being, including contraception, sexually transmitted infections, fertility, pregnancy, disability, mental health, trauma, and safer-sex practices. Emphasis is placed on developing inclusive, affirming approaches that recognize the diverse experiences of LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, culturally diverse communities, and those with varied relationship structures and sexual expressions. This training is best for folks who are beginning their AASECT certification process, educators and clinicians wishing to gain a foundational understanding of sexual and reproductive health, and adults seeking to refresh or fill gaps in their sex education experience.

Course Objectives:

Describe the structure and function of sexual and reproductive anatomy and physiology using accurate, inclusive, and affirming terminology relevant to diverse bodies and identities.
Identify and explain major health and medical factors that influence sexual functioning and well-being, including contraception, sexually transmitted infections, fertility, pregnancy, disability, mental health, and safer-sex practices.
Apply an inclusive, sex-positive, and culturally responsive framework when discussing sexuality-related topics with clients, students, and community members from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences
This course will be offered virtually (synchronous) and will require pre-registration.

Date of Event: August 28, 2026

Time of Event: 12PM-2PM EST

Location: Online synchronous

Sexuality Education (SE) Training:

SE1. Sexuality education training will include, but is not limited to: theory and methods of general education (including curriculum development, delivery and evaluation).
SE4. Theory and methods of approaches to sexuality education with specific populations (e.g., youth, older adults, couples, ethnic/ cultural/ faith-based populations, LGBTQ people, people with disabilities).
SE5. Theory and methods of different approaches to sexuality education delivery (e.g., small group work, one-on-one education, large group lectures or interaction, online delivery or use of other electronic means).

Sexuality Counseling (SC) Training: 

SC2. Theory and methods of sexuality counseling approaches to specific populations (e.g., youth, older adult, couples, LGBTQ people, people with disabilities, ethnic/ cultural/ faith-based populations).
SC4. Theory and methods of decision-making concerning sexually related medical interventions.

Sex Therapy (ST) Training: 

ST2. Techniques of sex-related assessment and diagnosis of the Psychosexual Disorders described in the current edition of the DSM.
ST3. Theory and methods of approach to intervention in relationship systems experiencing sex and intimacy problems.

Presenter/Speaker: Taylor Harmon, MA, CSE

Contact Name: Taylor Harmon

Contact Telephone Number: (508) 356-4084

Contact Email: info@darlingmentalhealth.com

Event Website: https://darlingmentalhealth.com/foundations-in-sex-education-for-clinical-and-educational-practice/

AASECT Approved CEs: 2