• 2026 AASECT Call for Volunteers

  • Are you an AASECT Member?*
  • Are you AASECT Certified?*
  • If yes, how long have you been certified?*
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  • Which committee(s) are you interested in volunteering for?

  • Awards Committee

  • Description: The Awards Committee works to recognize individuals who have made substantial contributions to the field through the review of nominations for the AASECT Annual Awards.

    Time Commitment: 2.5 hours per month from October- May

    Helpful Skills: Flexibility, collaboration, communication, organization

    Certification Required: Chair(s) Only

  • Awards - Which position are you interest in applying for?

  • Bylaws Committee

  • Description: The Bylaws Committee interprets and monitors compliance with AASECT’s Bylaws, recommends updates, and oversees the development and maintenance of the organization’s Policies and Procedures. The Committee also initiates proposed Bylaws changes for consideration by the Board and Voting Membership.

    Time Commitment: 1 hour meeting bi-weekly (as needed)

    Helpful Skills: Collaboration, attention to detail

    Certification Required: No

     

  • Bylaws - Are you able to commit to attending a 1-hour working meeting bi-weekly?

  • Continuing Education (CE) Approval Committee

  • Description: The CE Approval Committee reviews and approves individuals and institutions to offer continuing education programming that meets AASECT requirements for certification and renewal. The committee helps ensure approved programs align with AASECT’s standards for quality and relevance.

    Time Commitment: 1-2 hours per week around application deadlines in November and May

    Helpful Skills: Collaboration, communication, knowledgeable about educational program design and AASECT certification requirements

    Certification Required: Yes

  • Institute Planning Committee

  • Description:  The AASECT Institute is a one-day educational event designed to provide a comprehensive, deep dive into one key topic of high interest that attracts both members and non-members.. The committee helps design programming, choose speakers, and promote the event. The Institute will take place in January or February 2027 (exact date TBD).

    Time Commitment: 1-2 hours per week through completion of the event.

    Helpful Skills: Collaboration, communication, knowledgeable about educational program design and AASECT certification requirements

    Certification Required: Chair Only

  • Institute - Which position are you interest in applying for?

  • JEDI Committee

  • Description:  The JEDI Committee is responsible for actively integrating justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) across all aspects of AASECT's operations, programming, and governance. This includes promoting a culture of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, and advancing structural and actionable changes in policies, practices, and member engagement.

    Time Commitment: 2-3 hours/month with periodic increases based on projects/events (i.e. conference)

    Helpful Skills: JEDI knowledge and awareness, collaboration, communication

    Certification Required: No

  • JEDI - Would you be interested in leading a subcommittee? More details about the available subcommittees will be shared if you are selected to join the committee.

  • Mentorship Committee

  • Description:  The Mentoring Committee supports members of AASECT, connecting them with information, resources, and other members in the professional fields of sexuality. This includes finding experienced AASECT mentors who will assist members in advancing their education, training, certification opportunities, and career guidance, and matching them with individuals ready to be mentored. This program supports the shared commitments that help create a safer, meaningful, and growth-orientated mentoring experience. 

    Time Commitment: 1-2 hours per month; 2-3 hours per month for Co-Chair position

    Helpful Skills: Relationship building, organization

    Certification Required: Co-Chair Only

  • Mentorship - Which position are you interest in applying for?

  • Sexuality Counselor Certification Committee

  • Description: The Sexuality Counselor Certification Committee reviews and evaluates certification applications for sexuality counselors. The committee aspires to foster evidence-informed standards for counseling and provides an equitable and fair process for the certification of sexuality counselors.

    Time Commitment: 2-4 hours per month

    Helpful Skills: Knowledgeable about AASECT certification requirements and close attention to detail

    Certification Required: Yes - CSC for at least 2 years

  • Sexuality Educator Certification Committee

  • Description: The Sexuality Educator Certification Committee reviews and evaluates certification applications for sexuality educators. The committee aspires to foster evidence-informed standards for education and provides an equitable and fair process for the certification of sexuality educators.

    Time Commitment: 2-4 hours per month

    Helpful Skills: Knowledgeable about AASECT certification requirements and close attention to detail

    Certification Required: Yes - CSE for at least 2 years

  • Sex Therapist Certification Committee

  • Description: The Sex Therapist Certification Committee reviews and evaluates certification applications for sex therapists. The committee aspires to foster evidence-informed standards for clinical practice and provides an equitable and fair process for the certification of sex therapists.

    Time Commitment: 1-2 hours per week

    Helpful Skills: Knowledgeable about AASECT certification requirements and close attention to detail

    Certification Required: Yes - CST for at least 2 years

  • Supervisor Certification Committee

  • Description: The Supervisor Certification Committee reviews and evaluates certification applications for sexuality educators, counselor, and therapist supervisors. The committee aspires to foster evidence-informed standards of supervision and provides an equitable and fair process for the certification of sexuality supervisors.

    Time Commitment: 1-2 hours per week

    Helpful Skills: Knowledgeable about AASECT certification requirements and close attention to detail

    Certification Required: Yes - Supervisor for at least 2 years

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