Becoming a Sexuality Educator and Trainer - April 9-11, 2025

Learn to lead sexuality education classes, staff training, and parent workshops.

April 9-11, 2025. Registration is limited to 32 participants, so register today to secure a spot.

Sexuality Educators can get 8.75 CEs toward AASECT certification (see FAQ for details).

Increase your skill and comfort level when addressing sexuality with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).

Following the training, participants will have the skills and three curricula (with corresponding, customizable slide decks), handouts, and teaching tools so they can lead:

• Sexuality education classes for people with I/DD
• Staff training on how to address sexuality one-on-one with people with I/DD
• Parent workshops on "How to Talk with your Kids about Sexuality."

Don't miss this opportunity to get the training and support you need to make a difference in the lives of people with I/DD.

The goal of this training is to train an employee to become your agency's or school's staff/parent trainer and sexuality educator. This person will become more confident and comfortable leading sexuality education classes for people with I/DD as well as training staff and parents either one-on-one or in groups so they can promote the sexual health of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will leave with new knowledge and skills and three curricula with handouts and teaching tools so you can begin as soon as you return to work following the training.

*You will receive a certificate of attendance or, if you pass an assessment following the training, a certificate of completion. This certificate does not make you a certified sexuality educator and trainer.

Here's what our participants say

"This training conquered a challenging topic area that is so crucial and much needed to allow our clients to lead autonomous, independent, and fulfilling lives. I feel well prepared to take this on in my workplace, providing training to our direct care staff and participants directly."

"This was the most well-taught course of instruction and materials I've attended in years. It is totally current and relevant and exceeded my expectations 100%. The quality of any energy experience in this course was of such high caliber that I would recommend it to anyone serving the DD population."

"I learned a lot of different presentation techniques as well as different ways to keep the flow of training going. I liked absolutely everything about the training. Honestly, it was the best training that I have ever attended. I loved the content and presentation. I can't wait to implement."

"I learned that I have the ability to train co-workers, parents, and clients about this topic. I liked that it was comfortable. The training was very informative. The curriculum is clear, easy to use, and thorough. When I return to work, I am going to discuss this training with my supervisor and implement it ASAP."

Training Description

When it comes to talking about sexuality, people with disabilities are often excluded, almost as if they are incapable of having sexual thoughts, feelings, and needs. In reality, they, too, are sexual beings who need the information and skills to make healthy decisions about sexuality. Though agencies and schools that work with people with I/DD know that sexuality issues need to be addressed, they don't necessarily feel comfortable or competent enough to do so. This workshop will give you the curriculum, tools, and skills to teach sexuality education classes and lead staff training and parent workshops.

Objectives

As a result of this training, you will be able to:

• Describe how to help people with disabilities become sexual self-advocates.
• Identify our own values and attitudes and how those impact your ability and effectiveness in teaching this topic.
• Explore the qualities of a good sexuality educator and trainer.
• Create elevator speeches to get buy-in for implementation.
• Explain what makes it difficult for staff and parents to talk about sexuality with consumers and discuss solutions to those barriers.
• List ways to teach this topic with other agency staff, parents, and people with disabilities.
• Demonstrate effective training techniques to use with staff, parents, and people with disabilities.

Tuition

Tuition for this certificate training is $1195, or $945 if you already own a copy of the Sexuality Education for People with Developmental Disabilities Curriculum. (Either way, you will need a copy of this curriculum for the training)

Please select the appropriate ticket type when you click 'register' to reflect your need to purchase Sexuality Education for People with Developmental Disabilities Curriculum or not. (you will receive your curriculum and training materials via USPS or UPS about one week before the training *see the FAQ section if you live outside the US)

Tuition includes

• Full access to 3 days of live, online training.
• A coil-bound copy of Sexuality Education for People with Developmental Disabilities to lead sexuality education classes (a $299 value). If you already own a copy, your tuition is discounted. Bring it with you and pay $845 for the training.
• A coil-bound copy of our Staff Training Curriculum: Facilitator Guide to train staff on how to talk one-on-one with people with developmental disabilities. (a $125 value) with script and handouts.
• A coil-bound copy of our Parent Workshop Curriculum: How to Lead Talking with Your Kids About Sexuality Workshops, to lead parent workshops on how to address sexuality with your own children. (a $75 value) with script and handouts
• A digital copy of Sexuality Education for People with Developmental Disabilities Adapted for People with High Support Needs curriculum and accompanying slide deck (a $350 value)
• Slide Deck to accompany the 22-lesson Sexuality Education for People with Developmental Disabilities Curriculum. (a $175 value)
• PDF of the 3-Day Training PowerPoint.
• Link to an EXTENSIVE Google folder with resources, PowerPoints, articles, Handouts, Teaching Tools, and much more.
• Certificate of completion if you pass an assessment.
• Ongoing networking opportunities with the trainer and others in the cohorts from all over the country to share resources and ongoing support.
• Email access to the trainer for follow-up questions.
• Sexuality Educators can get 8.75 CEs toward AASECT certification (see FAQ for details).

Value of Investment

Of the $1195 in tuition, if you break it down, $774 of the tuition is for 4 curriculum and a slide decks, leaving $421 for 3 days of live, small group training.

Workshop Date and Times (please check your local time zone)

Wednesday, April 9, 9:00 am to 4:30 pm, Mountain Time

Thursday, April 10, 9:00 am to 4:30 pm, Mountain Time

Friday, April 11, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm, Mountain Time

This is a live training on Zoom. Prepare to keep your camera on during the three days; this enhances the group experience. There will be opportunities for discussion and questions with the facilitator and other participants.

Access Instructions

After you register, you will get a confirmation email with instructions on how to access the training. You must have a stable internet connection, a webcam, and a mic on your computer to join. We strongly recommend each attendee participate from their own computer to ensure the best use of breakout groups.

Training Agenda

Day One: 9:00-4:30 pm

• Introduction/Warm-up
• What is Sexuality?
• Messages About Sexuality
• Sexual Development and Disability
• Gender Identity and Disability
• Values and Attitudes
• Working One-on-One
• Answering Questions and Responding to Behaviors
• Closure

Day Two: 9:00-4:30 pm

• Introduction/Warm-up
• Working with Parents/Guardians
• What Makes a Good Sexuality Educator and Trainer
• Creating a Safe Environment
• Presenting Skills, Face-to-Face and Online Teaching
• Getting Buy-In for Implementation
• Staff-Mentoring/Training Curriculum
• Parent Curriculum
• Sexuality Education Curriculum Overview
• Closure

Day Three: 9:00-3:30 pm

• Introduction/Warm-up
• Leading Sexuality Education Series
• Challenges in the Classroom
• Work Time
• Small Group Presentations/Feedback
• Returning Home
• Closure

Refunds

We offer refunds up to 30 days before the training. All cancellations must be requested in writing (emails are acceptable). No refunds will be processed after that date. All requests for refunds should state the registrant's name and payment amount. We regret that we cannot offer refunds for "no shows" at the training.

Transfers

You can transfer to another event up to 35 days before the start day of a training. All transfers must be requested in writing (emails are acceptable).

Cancellation by us

We reserve the right to cancel any training due to insufficient enrollment at least 30 calendar days in advance of the scheduled course date. Notice will be provided with the option to reschedule for a future course date or to receive a full refund of registration fees.

Registrant Substitution

Substitutions for a registrant who can no longer attend can be made at any time. This substitution must be present for all three days. Please contact us and let us know who will be using the ticket.

Accommodations

We don't routinely provide ASL interpreters. If you need to request an accommodation, please make your request at registration by contacting [email protected]. We cannot guarantee accommodations if requested within two weeks of the start of the training.

FAQs

Do I need a copy of the Sexuality Education for People with Developmental Disabilities curriculum to take this training?

Yes, you need a copy to use at the training. It is included in the tuition for the training. If you or your agency already own one, bring it, and we will reduce the tuition cost to $945. Choose the ticket that reflects whether you purchase with or without the curriculum. If you buy a curriculum with your ticket, you'll receive it via USPS or UPS about one week before the training (along with the other training materials). People who purchase a ticket without buying the Sexuality Education for People with Developmental Disabilities curriculum will receive the other training materials USPS or UPS.

Note: If you live outside the United States, there might be an additional charge to ship the materials to you. We will give you a quote when you register.

What is a certificate training?

This is an assessment-based training. If you attend the entire three days and pass an online assessment (at the end of the training), we will issue you a certificate of completion versus a certificate of attendance. A certificate training is not to be confused with becoming certified as a sexuality educator. Only AASECT can certify sexuality educators. You must be present for all but 2 hours of this live training to be eligible for a certificate of completion.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Contact: Helaine Iris 603.399-5777 [email protected]

Do you offer CE hours?

Sexuality Educators can get 8.75 education credits towards the requirements to become a Certified Sexuality Educator (CSE) through the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (ASSECT).

If you are affiliated with another credentialing body, you are welcome to submit your certificate on your own.

• Sexuality Education for People with Developmental Disabilities curriculum
• Sexuality Education for People with Developmental Sexuality Education for People with Developmental Disabilities Adapted for People with High Support Needs curriculum and slide deck
• Staff Training Curriculum: Facilitator Guide
• Parent Workshop Curriculum: Talking with Your Kids about Sexuality
• Curriculum Slide Deck (22 lessons from Sexuality Education for People with Developmental Disabilities)
• PDF of the training PowerPoint
• Link to an EXTENSIVE Google folder with resources, PowerPoints, articles, handouts, teaching tools, and much more

Katherine McLaughlin, Founder, CEO, Lead Trainer, M.Ed., AASECT certified, has been an expert in the field of sexuality and developmental disabilities for over 30 years. She teaches sexuality education to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as trains them to be peer sexuality educators themselves. Katherine is the author of an agency and school curriculum, Sexuality Education for People with Developmental Disabilities, and has developed two online courses: one to train professionals, Developmental Disability and Sexuality 101, and one for parents, Talking to Your Kids: Developmental Disabilities and Sexuality.

Event Venue

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