Sexuality is an important aspect of human health. This course advances a health care professional's capacity to address issues of sexuality and sexual health with clients across the lifespan. Theories and research informing health professionals of sexual development, gender, sexual orientation, sexual practices, and sexual health are examined. Self awareness, along with the development of skills to address sexuality inclusion in professional practice, is central to course objectives. Prerequisite: Evidence of third-year standing in a health professions program leading to an undergraduate degree and completion of a communication or counselling course; or evidence of a health-related professional credential requiring a minimum of two years academic preparation; or by permission of the instructor.
Sexuality is an important aspect of human health. This course advances a health care professional's capacity to address issues of sexuality and sexual health with clients across the lifespan. Theories and research informing health professionals of sexual development, gender, sexual orientation, sexual practices, and sexual health are examined. Self awareness, along with the development of skills to address sexuality inclusion in professional practice, is central to course objectives. Prerequisite: Evidence of third-year standing in a health professions program leading to an undergraduate degree and completion of a communication or counselling course; or evidence of a health-related professional credential requiring a minimum of two years academic preparation; or by permission of the instructor.
