AASECT Continuing Education Single Event Application

 

Fees

$100 for a single event offering fewer than nine CE credits (non-reimbursable)

$200 for a single event offering nine or more CE credits (non-reimbursable)

 

Payment

Once you submit your application, an invoice will be sent via email and you will be able to pay online.

 

Review Process

If this application is complete, it will be reviewed upon receipt. If it is not complete, the AASECT Office and/or the Chair of the CE Committee will contact applicant to request more information. Expect at least 4 weeks for review.

Upon approval of application, applicant will be sent a personalized template of a Certificate of CE credits and an AASECT web posting form. If you would like your event(s) advertised on the AASECT website, complete the AASECT CE Calendar Posting Form and return to ce@aasect.org. Your event(s) will then be added to the AASECT CE calendar on the aasect.org website.  

 

Please attach the following, described below:

3.Learning Objectives including AASECT categories 

Please attach a list of your learning objectives in SMART goal format, including which Core Knowledge or Skills Training areas each objective will cover. You must have at least one objective per CE being requested.  For help on categories, please see this short video: Understanding AASECT Categories.

(See below for more information)

AASECT Categories for Events

AASECT recognizes both Core Knowledge training, and Skills Training. Core Knowledge is general information about a topic. Skills training is how to apply knowledge about a topic to the participants' work. For more information on how to choose the categories, please see our Understanding AASECT Categories brief video.

 

Core Knowledge Areas and Training

To indicate how the content of training meets AASECT Certification requirements for educators, counselors and therapists, indicate which of the following your training addresses. (Note: the CKAs should also be included next to each learning objective listed on the next page For more detailed description of the categories, please see the AASECT website.

a. Ethics and ethical behavior

b. Developmental sexuality from a bio-psycho-social perspective across the lifespan.

c. Socio-cultural factors (e.g. ethnicity, culture, religion, spirituality, socio-economic status, family values) in relation to sexual values and behaviors

d. Sexual orientation and/or gender identity

e. Intimacy skills (e.g., social, emotional, sexual) and family dynamics.

f. Diversities in sexual expression and lifestyles, i.e. polyamory, swinging, BDSM, tantra

g. Sexual and reproductive anatomy/physiology

h. Health/medical factors that may influence sexuality i.e. illness, disability, mental health, safer sex

i. Range of sexual functioning and behavior, from optimal to problematic

j. Sexual exploitation, including sexual abuse, sexual harassment, and sexual assault

k. Cyber sexuality and social media (sex & technology) 

l. Substance use/abuse and sexuality

m. Pleasure enhancement skills

n. Learning theory and its application

o. Professional communication skills

p. History of the discipline of sex research, theory, education, counseling, and therapy

q. Principles of sexuality research and research methods

 

Sexuality Education (SE) Skills Training

a. Theory and methods of general education (including curriculum development, delivery, and evaluation

b. Theory and methods of sexuality education. 

c. Ethical issues in sexuality education.

d. Approaches to sexuality education with specific populations

e. Approaches to sexuality education delivery (e.g., small group work, one-on-one education, small groups, technological delivery, etc

 

Sexuality Counseling (SC) Training

a. Theory and methods of personal/individua counseling.

b. Theory and methods of sexuality counseling approaches to specific populations 

c. Theory and methods of different approaches to intervention in relationship systems.

d. Theory and methods of decision-making concerning sexually-related medical interventions.

e. Ethical issues in sexuality counseling.

f. Theory and practice of consultation, collaboration, and referral.

 

Sex Therapy (ST) Training

a. Theory and methods of sex-related psychotherapy, including several different models.

b. Techniques of sex-related assessment and diagnosis of the 'Psychosexual Disorders' described in the DSM.

c. Theory and methods of approach to intervention in relationship systems experiencing sex and intimacy problems.

d. Theory and methods of approach to medical intervention in the evaluation and treatment of psychosexual disorders.

e. Principles of consultation, collaboration, and referral.

f. Ethical decision-making and best practice.

g. Exposure to treatment of clinical sex therapy cases through direct observation, demonstration, case review, or role-playing. eLearning cannot be applied.

4. References and Resources used

AASECT prefers approximately one reference per hour of training. Personal experience can be an acceptable reference for guest speakers or panelists in some cases.

8. Grievance Procedure

Please attach a copy of your grievance procedure. Include the steps taken if a participant submits a grievance. As a last step, please include AASECT as a contact option, at ce@aasect.org. Click here for a sample grievance procedure.

9. Provider Expectations  

• AASECT expects that CE content providers maintain an accurate record of their trainings for at least 7 years and the records are properly secured (ex. digital records are password protected and encrypted electronic devices and paper records are in locked file cabinets). These records must include:

a. Learning objectives and syllabi or outlines of classes, workshops, seminars, webinars or trainings

b. Evaluation questions and results (results may be anonymized)

c. Attendee names, contact information, and verification of course completion

• Once an event has concluded, AASECT CE Providers must collect an evaluation from each attendee. Once the evaluation has been collected, the AASECT CE Provider may (or, is allowed to) send the attendee a PDF version of the CE Provider’s personalized AASECT CE Certificate.
• If you would like your event(s) advertised on the AASECT website, complete the AASECT CE Calendar Posting Form and return to ce@aasect.org. Your event(s) will then be added to the AASECT CE calendar on the aasect.org website.  

10. Advertising and CE Credits  

When advertising your events, please use the following verbiage:  

“This program meets the requirements of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) and is approved for ____ CE credits. These CE credits may be applied toward AASECT certification and renewal of certification.” 
When calculating CE credits, please use the following information:  

60 minutes = 1 CE credit or 90 minutes = 1.5 CE credits
Each credit hour must have one learning objective
Increments of 15 or 45 minutes are not permitted for 0.25 or 0.75 credits. For example, a segment scheduled for 1 hour 15 minutes will count as 1 credit; a segment scheduled for 1 hour 45 minutes will count as 1.5 credits. 
AASECT Certification Disclaimer 

Please note, AASECT Certification is not automatic. In all cases, the Certification Committee determines whether AASECT certification is awarded. 

The BOARD approved the following disclaimer. Please use this wording on your on-line advertisements, brochures and other training materials: 

“Completion of this program does not ensure or guarantee AASECT certification. For further information please contact info@aasect.org.” 

11. Acknowledgement of Stipulations and Liability Release for AASECT Approved Providers 

The American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) does not assume in any way, financial, legal or any other liability for programs conducted by providers. As an AASECT Approved Provider, you/your organization are expected to: 

Abide by the stipulations as outlined.
Carry out marketing, promotion, and educational instruction in a professional way, consistent with the ethical/professional standards of AASECT.

Liability Release

By signing this application, I accept the following conditions: I will:

a. Abide by AASECT policies, procedures and position statements.

b. Carry out marketing, promotion, and educational instruction in a professional way, consistent with the ethical/professional standards of AASECT.

c. Disclose to AASECT and course participants any relevant interest in companies or products discussed in my presentations.

d. Abide by the policy for live demonstrations.

e. Accept that AASECT does not assume in any way, financial, legal or any other liability for programs conducted by me, my staff or organization.

By signing below, I certify that the above information is correct, I accept the terms outlined above and agree to abide by AASECT standards as listed in the AASECT Code of Ethics.