Certificate Program in Sexuality Education and Disability: Understanding Neurodiversity, Intellectual Disabilities, and Sexual Health
This course explores sexuality, identities, sexual arousal, response, pleasure, and relationships for individuals with neurodiversities and intellectual disabilities. It examines attitudes and beliefs about sexuality and people with disabilities and focuses on the benefits of sexuality education and the increased need for accessible knowledge in these populations.
The course covers working with parents and caregivers and provides participants with the skills to develop their own materials for working with these populations. Participants will receive 12 hours of (virtual) live and interactive lectures and discussions as well as 12 hours of pre-recorded content with the instructor and other participants.
Course Information
Dates: May 6 to May 29, 2025
Times: Live Virtual Instruction Meeting Times are Tuesday and Thursday from 7:00 to 8:30 pm EST
Format: 24 hours total. This includes 12 hours of live (virtual) lectures (8 one-and-a-half-hour sessions) and 12 pre-recorded sessions.
Instructor Information
Instructor: Stephanie Mitelman, MA, CSE, CFLE
Stephanie Mitelman, MA, CSE, CFLE, has been Part Time Faculty at Concordia University since 2005, in the Department of Applied Human Sciences. She teaches courses on human sexuality, diversity in human relations, and family life education.
Stephanie is a Member of the Order of Sexologists of Quebec, an AASECT Certified Sexuality Educator, and a Certified Family Life Educator with the National Council of Family Relations
Stephanie trains schools, boards, organizations, and therapists across North America on working with individuals with diverse needs, and has written and published several resources.
Stephanie also sees clients in her private practice, working with individuals with autism, on issues of gender, sexuality, safety and healthy relationships.
Certificate Program in Social Justice & Sexuality Education
The Certificate Program in Social Justice and Sexuality Education provides an in-depth exploration of the intersection between social justice and human sexuality. This interdisciplinary program offers a nuanced understanding of the diverse perspectives, theories, and practices surrounding sexuality within the framework of social justice.
Course Information
Dates: July 8 to July 31, 2025
Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Times: Live Virtual Instruction Meeting Times are Tuesday and Thursday from 7:00 to 8:30 pm EST
Format: 24 hours total. This includes 12 hours of live (virtual) lectures (8 one-and-a-half-hour sessions) and 12 pre-recorded sessions.
Students are awarded 24 credits after successfully completing the course and will receive a certificate from CERTFi by Mercy University and from AASECT
Instructor Info
Instructor: Tanya M. Bass, PhD, MS, MEd, CHES®, CSE
Tanya Bass, PhD, MS, MEd, CHES®, CSE (she/her/hers) is the founder of the North Carolina Sexual Health Conference (NCSEXCON). She is An award-winning sexuality educator and subject matter expert in sexuality education, reproductive health, and health equity. Tanya is an alumna of North Carolina Central University’s (NCCU) Department of Public Health Education, where she has served as an adjunct instructor for several years. She is the lead instructor for Sexuality Education. She completed her PhD in Education at Widener University in the Center for Human Sexuality Studies. She is a member of the Women of Color Sexual Health Network (WoCSHN), the Association of Black Sexologists and Clinicians (ABSC), and the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT). She is a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) and an AASECT Certified Sexuality Educator (CSE). She is a current member of the editorial board for the American Journal of Sexuality Education.
Key Takeaways
This program combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications, encouraging critical thinking and engagement with contemporary issues. Participants will have the opportunity to develop a nuanced understanding of sexuality within the broader context.
Learning Outcomes:
- Sexuality and Social Identity: Examining the Cycle of Socialization and how sexuality intersects with various aspects of identity such as race, gender, class, and ability, and understanding the implications of these intersections on societal structures.
- Cultural and Historical Perspectives on Sexuality: Investigating historical and cultural influences on societal perceptions of sexuality, challenging normative narratives, and examining the evolution of sexual norms across different societies.
- Sexuality Education as Social Justice: Analyzing disparities in access to sexual health resources, exploring public health policies, and discussing strategies for promoting equitable and inclusive sexuality services and promoting sexual health outcomes for all individuals. Exploring human rights, reproductive justice, consent, and the implications for marginalized communities.
Participant Feedback
“I had the honor of attending Dr. Tanya Bass’s Certificate Program in Social Justice & Sexuality Education in the Summer of 2024. The class was well-organized, interactive and thought-provoking. I would recommend this program for any sexuality & health professional looking to level up in their practice as an educator”. – Jenn
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Please note the deadline for scholarship applications is one month before each program begins.