CLS 701 - Sexual and Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology - 3 Credits

Course content will include 1) exploration of cultural beliefs and messages about sex and the human body ; 2) d evelop ing an understanding of how these impact optimal sexual functioning ; 3)d escrib ing male and female reproductive processes (menstrual cycle, menopause, sperm production and ejaculation) ; 4)d escrib ing internal male organs and prostate proble ms; d escrib ing the role of hormones in male and female sexual behavior ; 5)a pply ing Masters and Johnson four -phase sexual response cycle and Kaplan’s three -phase cycle of sexual response in a clinical setting.

CLS 702 - Developmental Sexuality - 3 Credits

Course content will include 1) d escrib ing the process of psychosexual development and how individual patterns of sexual orientation and behavior develop through the interaction of biological, social, cultural, and psychological factors ; 2) develop ing a practical understanding of sexuality in infancy, childhood, and adolescence, adult sexuality and relationships ; 3) teaching students to p rovide sex education to children, adolescents, and adults according to their developmental status.

CLS 703 - Gender Identity - 3 Credits

This course will focus on 1) the gender identity spectrum; 2) the therapist’s role in treating gender variant clients; 3) therapeutic needs of transitioning people throughout the lifespan; and 4) assisting family members and partners of transitioning peopl e.

CLS 704 - Socio -Cultural Factors in Sexual Values and Behavior - 3 Credits

This course explores sexuality from historical, religious, and cultural perspectives. It will focus on 1) Various cultural sexual practices, such as genital mutilation, polygamy, and castration; 2) The primary influences on sexuality in the Western World, originating from the Torah and the Bible; 3) Sexual diversity as it exists in various subcultures within the United States; and 4) how the media and the internet influence sexual attitudes and behavior.

CLS 705 - Diagnosis of Sexual Dysfunctions and Disorders - 3 Credits

This course will define atypical sexual behavior in the context of culture, history, and the law. It will cover DSM diagnoses for sexual dysfunctions and paraphilias, differential diagnoses for sexual dysfunctions and how to distinguish as well as understa nd the causes. Students will learn how to define and diagnose sexual addiction, complete a diagnostic interview and be able to screen for medical causes of dysfunction.

CLS 706 - Medical Factors Related to Sexuality and Sexual Functioning - 3 Credits

This course will define the DSM sexual disorders with medical origins and focus on symptoms, factors increasing susceptibility, and prevention. Students will learn how major disabilities may affect sexual function and expression; coping and enhancement strategies for people with disabil ities; how surgical procedures may affect a woman sexually, physically, and emotionally; hormone replacement therapy; the incidence of, symptoms of, and treatment alternatives for penile cancer, testicular cancer, prostatitis, benign prostate hyperplasia, and prostate cancer.

CLS 707 - Interaction between Sexuality & Dynamics of Interpersonal & Family Relationships - 3 Credits

This course will focus on 1) t he various theories about love, attraction and attachment, i.e.: Sternberg, Lee, Gottman, et.al. and the bra in chemistry of attraction; 2) h ow cultural and social influences determine and impact relations hips and family structures; 3) s trategies for communication and negotiation in relationships and how to implement therapeutic interventions with couples and families; 4) h ow sexual orientation, transgenderism, sex addiction, and alternative lifestyles impac t family relationship s; and 5) h ow sex becomes the presenting problem in relationships while hiding underlying issues, including lack of intimacy and/or control.

CLS 708 - Victims and Victimology - 3 Credits

This course will define the terms related to victims and victimology. Students will learn to recognize types of victims and issues specific to type. Content will include bias toward victims, victim -blaming, and issues between victims and the criminal justi ce system; it will also cover the process of restorative justice. Students will learn to utilize a variety of interventions appropriate to victim type.

CLS 709 - Research on Sexual Dysfunctions and Disorders - 3 Credits

This course will cover the advantages and disadvantages of the following research methods: case study, survey, direct observation, and experimentation. Students will become familiar with the major sex researchers and their contributions to the field, inclu ding Henry Havelock Ellis, Richard von Krafft -Ebing, Sigmund Freud, Theodore Hendrik van de Velde, Alfred Kinsey, Leah Schaefer, Masters and Johnson, Helen Singer Kaplan, National Health and Social Life Survey. Students will review recent research relating to sexual functioning and become familiar with the major research journals.

CLS 710 - Sexual Offender Treatment - 3 Credits

This course will focus on 1) defining the types of sex offenders as per the DSM 5; 2) defining the legal definitions related to sex offending; 3) recognizing the differing dynamics and underlying motives related to stranger rape, acquaintance rape, child m olestation, incest, sexual harassment, sex addiction and paraphilias; 4) best treatment practice according to the type of offense, including cognitive - behavioral, trauma intervention, medical, a nd group therapy; 5) assessment and treatment of the family of a sex offender; and 6) developing and implementing a treatment plan for sex offenders under supervision.

CLS 711 - Legal, Ethical and Forensic Issues in Sex Therapy - 3 Credits

This course will review the Codes of Ethics of several organizations, including ATSA and AASECT. It will cover the basics of Ethical Decision Making and ethical questions related to specific areas, such as conversion therapy. Students will learn how therapists and psychologists come to violate the laws regarding sexual relationships with patients and be able to clearly differentiate between the therapist - patient relationship and the forensic arena and understand the boundaries of each. The course will also focus on forensic assessment and testifying in court.

CLS 712 - Treatment of Sexual Dysfunctions and Disorders - 3 Credits

This course will review the differing diagnoses and the underlying characteristics that will determine treatment. It will cover different treatment interventions based on nature of the disorder and dysfunction and students will learn to be able to effectiv ely implement behavioral, cognitive, and trauma interventions according to individual cases. It will discuss how to incorporate risk reduction into any therapeutic intervention.

CLS 713 - Risk Assessment with Sexual Offenders - 3 Credits

This course will focus on 1) differentiating between types of sexual offenses and assessing the risk in each category; 2) research on risk assessment and recidivism; 3) actuarial and static risk assessment tools and how to use them in a clinical setting; 4 ) the impact and effectiveness of supervised release and community control on offender's risk of recidivism; and 5) how to assess effectiveness of psychological, behavioral, and chemical treatment of sex offenders.

CLS 714 - Sexually Transmitted Infections - 3 Credits

This course will cover the statistics for age and population groups regarding prevalence of the various STIs. It will describe cause, incidence and transmission, symptoms and complications, and treatment for viral and bacterial STIs, as well as vaginal inf ections and ectoparasitic infections, including pubic lice and scabies. It will cover the basics of HIV: what it is, how it is transmitted, how transmission is prevented and which populations are more susceptible to transmission and why.

CLS 715 - Sexual Abuse Treatment - 3 Credits

This course will focus on 1) types of sexual abuse as categorized by behavior, victim, and offender; 2) first response strategies when someone has been abused; 3) how to assess level of trauma and identify mediators of trauma; 4) diagnosis of PTSD symptoms ; 5) the principles of recovery: Empowerment, Establishing Safety, Remembrance and Mourning, and Reconnection (from Judith Herman, M.D.); 6). Utilization of a variety of trauma interventions and treatments, including EMDR, Rapid Reduction Technique, and Cr itical Incident Stress Debriefing as applied to sex abuse.

CLS 716E Sexual Pharmacology - 1.5 Credits

This course will focus on 1) medications prescribed for medical or psychiatric illnesses and the effect on sexual functioning , 2) the effect of illicit drugs on sexual functioning, and 3) medications prescribed for the treatment of sexual dysfunctions and disorders.

CLS 717E Non -Monogamous Lifestyles - 1.5 Credits

This course will explore the variations beyond monogamy in sexual and emotional relationships. It will include how clinicians can help clients explore their options and engage in non -monogamous lifestyles responsibly and healthily.

CLS 718E Enhancing Intimacy and Passion - 1.5 Credits

This course will prepare student to 1) Define Intimacy & Passion ; 2) Identify the reasons why a relationship may lose intimacy and passion ; 3) Define the Five Senses: See, Hear, Smell, Taste and Touch . Explore how utilizing the Five Senses: See, Hear, Smell, Taste and Touch can enhance intimacy & passion ; and 4) Describe different techniques that incorporate the senses for enhancing intimacy and passion.

CLS 719E Sexuality and Disabilities - 1.5 Credits

This course will include 1) Barriers faced by teens and adults who are mentally/emotionally challenged ; 2) Challenges faced by people with physical disabilities as a result of birth, accident, or military service; 3) Provide strategies and resources for helping individuals optimize their sexual potential.

CLS 720E Addiction 101 - 1.5 Credits

This 5 -hour presentation will explore the history of addiction, from drugs and alcohol to gambling to sex to all things internet -related. It will conceptualize addiction as an overall process, rather than people being addicted “to” something. The relations hip between addiction and early internal incorporation of negative messages will be explained. The phenomenon of resistance to the concepts of “sex addiction” and “codependence” will be explored contextually. Finally, recovery will be defined as not just recovery from addiction, but as recovery of Connection. Recovery strategies and tools will be provided.

CLS 721E Sexuality and Substance Abuse - 1.5 Credits

This course will 1) Differentiate between the functions of the limbic system and the prefrontal cortex, 2) Describe the intersection of sexuality and substance use on the limbic system, 3) Describe the link between sexual trauma and substance use , 4) Identify the effects of the major drugs of abuse on sexual functioning , 5) Utilize strategies for teaching healthy sexuality to their recovering clients

CLS 722E Pelvic Floor Physiology - 1.5 Credits

The pelvic health physiotherapy elective will give practitioners a wider understanding of the pelvis, specifically the pelvic floor and its role within sexual health and dysfunction. The hope is that by the end of the 5 hour elective students will have and understanding of what a pelvic health physiotherapist does in practice and when to refer patients. The elective will emphasize the importance of working on a team in sexual health treatment to provide the best care for patients.

CLS 723E Human Trafficking - 1.5 Credits

In this elective students will learn the 1) Dos and Don'ts during the Interview with someone you suspect is trafficked 2) Gain knowledge in typologies of buyers and traffickers and recognize signs and symptoms of coercive Trauma Bonding 3) Review and discuss Case Studies 4) Gain insight into recruiting methods via the Darknet and AIs 5) Describe the role accreditation agencies play in helping combat Human Trafficking

CLS 724E Divorce and Seperation - 1.5 Credits

This course will help clinicians to work with clients to help them better manage their stress, conflict, and relationships due to experiencing separation and divorce. With approximately 50% of the population in the US experiencing divorce, many clinicians find that they are struggling to manage client’s presentation surrounding the myriad of issues when they emerge in the clinical process. This course will provide practical skills such as co -parent counseling, reunification counseling, and parenting suppo rt, to address the many facets that this transition presents with, when working with clients of all ages.

CLS 725E Kink Aware Therapy: A training for Professionls - 1.5 Credits

This sex positive and kink -affirming course will provide students who are interested in working with clients who live in “alternative” lifestyles, including kink, BDSM, polyamory, ethical non -monogamy, and more. Students will enhance their ability to connect with their clients through deepening their understanding and compassion towards this often misunderstood group. We will discuss various approaches to working with kinky people, including therapeutic inte rventions, class discussion, and collaboration with peers. This program takes a holistic approach to working with clients and challenges traditional practices of how we “should” provide therapy.

CLS 801 - Clinical Supervision - 3 Credits

Practicum, as defined by the Merriam -Webster dictionary, is a course of study for teachers, doctors, nurses, etc., that involves working in the area of study and using the knowledge and skills that have been learned in school. Students will present cases from their clinical practices and review case studies provided by the supervising instructor. They will apply the major models of sex therapy for clinical social work, marriage and family therapy , or mental health counseling. Students will gain and apply skills to develop a personal model of clinical work and practice preferred styles of therapy. They will discuss the co -evolving dynamics of therapist -client relationships, explore distinctive issue s that arise in sex therapy and counseling, and address the contextual variables in practice such as culture, gender, ethnicity, power , and economics. Students will become familiar with and demonstrate the ethical, legal , and regulatory issues of clinical sexology practice. They will discuss the role of evaluation and assess evaluation tools during supervision. The variety of cases will prepare students for the oral examination. The supervision will be in the form of case consultation sessions where students will present written case logs, excluding identifying information , or case studies from IICS that will be discussed with the supervisor and other participating students. The supervision consists of case discussion and review, reading appropriate materials, and the implementation of treatment interventions by the supervisor. Students will see clients in their own professional office s. Supervision will take place via webinar. It will be the student's responsibility to maintain a case log during the course of supervision. The log will contain the date, type of case, client's age, gender, marital/relationship status, DSM -5 codes , and the modality of therapy used. The supervisor will keep a similar log. Students will engage in a minimum of 10 hours of individual and 20 hours of group supervision. They will use a combination of cases from their own caseloads as well as case studies provided by IICS. Students will research treatment interventions on their own to incorporate into the presentation.

BSA 701 - Principles of Addiction and Treatment - 2 Credits

Course content will include 1) criteria and methods for evaluating models and theories; 2) terms and concepts related to theory, etiology, research, and practice; 3) exploration of the scientific and theoretical bases of treatment from medicine, psychology, sociology, religious studies, and other disciplines perspectives; 4) the continuum of addiction, including initiation, intoxication, harmful use, abuse, dependence, withdrawal, craving, relapse, and recovery; 5) the behavioral, psychological, social, and health effects of psychoactive substances and the interaction with process addictions; 6) differentiation of sex addiction from paraphilic and sex offending disorders.

BSA 702 - Evaluation, Assessment & Co -occurring Disorders - 2 Credits

Course content will include 1) utilization of established diagnostic criteria, including but not limited to, current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) standards and current International Classification of Diseases (ICD) standards; 2) analysis of how symptoms of addictive disorders are similar to those of other medical and/or mental health conditions and how these disorders interact, in addition to the medical and mental health conditions that most commonly exist with addiction disorders; 3) utilization of a variety of assessment instruments; 4) making appropriate treatment recommendations.

BSA 703 - Service Modalities and Models of Treatment - 2 Credits

Course content will include 1) the generally accepted models, such as but not limited to: pharmacotherapy, mutual help and self -help, behavioral self -control training, mental health, self - regulating community, psychotherapeutic, trauma reparation, and rela pse prevention; 2) discussion of the philosophy, practices, policies and outcomes of the most generally accepted therapeutic models; 3) how to utilize motivational enhancement therapy appropriate to the various stages of dependence, change, and recovery.

BSA 704 - Family Systems & Co -dependency - 2 Credits

Course content will include 1) the effects of addiction on significant others and communities within a social, political, cultural, and economic context; 2) discussions on the role of family, social networks, and community systems as assets or obstacles in treatment and recovery processes; 3) the applicable methods for incorporating family and social dynamics in treatment and recovery processes; 4) assessment of the individual treatment needs of partners and children and implementation of appropriate interventions.

BSA 705A – Treatment Planning and Relapse Prevention - Part A - 2 Credits

Course content will include 1) a review of Florida Statute 397 related to addiction treatment programs 2) an identification of treatment problems, goals , and measurable objectives;

BSA 705B – Treatment Planning and Relapse Prevention – Part B - 2 Credits

3) effective development of the treatment plan in coordination with the client; 4) identification of individual relapse triggers and appropriate interventions; 5) development of aftercare recommendations.

BSA 706 A - Medical, Mental Health, and Pharmacology Part A - 2 Credits

Course content will include 1) fundamental concepts of pharmacological properties and effects of all psychoactive substances; 2) medical conditions that contribute or otherwise impact addictive behavior;

BSA 706 B - Medical, Mental Health, and Pharmacology Part B - 2 Credits

3) mental health conditions that require pharmacological intervention and the effect on addictive behavior; 4) review of the current literature regarding medical and pharmacological interventions to treat addiction; 5) evaluation of the assets and liabilit ies of medical and pharmacological interventions.

BSA 707 - Ethical and Behavioral Standards - 2 Credits

Course content will include 1) a review of FCB, ATSA , and SAST Codes of Ethics; 2) implementation of the Ethical Decision -Making Model from APA; 3) a review of Americans with Disabilities Act legislation and application to addictions treatment; 4) a discussion of confidentiality and limits thereof; 5) the range of appropriate responses to crisis situations

BSA 708 - Cultural Diversity and Special Populations - 2 Credits

Course content will include 1) basic concepts of social, political, economic, and cultural systems and their impact on sexual and addictive behavior; 2) various cultural norms, values, beliefs, and behaviors including cultural differences in verbal and nonverbal communication; 3) analys is of research reports and literature identifying risk and resiliency factors for sex addiction, as well as statistical information regarding the incidence and prevalence of sex addiction in the general population and major demographic groups; 4) the uniqu e influence the client’s culture, lifestyle, gender, and other relevant factors that influence behavior; 5) impact of addiction on seniors, women, and GLBT individuals and families.

BSA 801 – Independent Study - Clinical Application - Credits included with class

Students will complete a series of assignments including reading, viewing videos, writing assessments, writing a treatment plan, and attending meetings.

TGT 701- Foundations of Gender Diversity - 1 Credit

Course content will include 1) Define foundational terms related to gender identity and expression. 2) Differentiate between sex, gender, and sexual orientation. 3) Describe the historical and cultural contexts of gender diversity. 4)Identify the impact of cisnormativity and systemic oppression. 5) Practice affirming language and communication.

TGT 702- - Gender Identity Development and Lifespan Considerations - 1 Credit

Course content will include 1) Explore gender identity development in childhood, adolescence, and adulthood. 2)Describe how life stages influence gender exploration and dysphoria. 3) Identify intersectional factors (race, disability, SES) affecting development. Disability, and neurodivergence 4) Apply developmental theories, including Devor’s and Lev’s models. 5) Describe how the limbic system affects our experience of sex and gender.

TGT 703- - Minority Stress and Mental Health - 1 Credit

s Course content will include 1) Define the minority stress model and its relevance to TGD populations. 2) Recognize the psychological effects of transphobia, stigma, and discrimination. 3) Identify common co-occurring mental health challenges. 4)Apply trauma -informed and resilience -based approaches in care.

TGT 704- - Gender -Affirming Therapeutic Approaches - 1 Credit

Course content will include 1) Apply affirmative therapy principles and frameworks in clinical practice. 2) Integrate CBT, DBT, and ACT within gender -affirming contexts. 3) Use narrative and trauma informed therapies with trans clients. 4) Address internalized transphobia in a therapeutic setting. 5) Review WPATH Standards of Care (v8). 6) Clarify the therapist's role in letters of support and informed consent.

TGT 705- - Medical Aspects of Gender Transition - 1 Credit

Course content will include 1) Describe the basics of hormone therapy and gender -affirming surgeries. 2) Support clients through medical transition -related decisions and care. 3) Describe post -hormone and post -surgery needs

TGT 706- - Supporting Youth and Families - 1 Credit

Course content will include 1) Explore developmental considerations in working with trans and nonbinary youth. 2) Engage in family systems work to support caregivers. 3) Facilitate school and community advocacy. 4) Provide gender -affirming assessments and readiness for minors.

TGT 707- - Legal and Ethical Issues in Therapeutic Gender Training - 1 Credit

Course content will include 1) Describe laws related to name/gender marker changes and confidentiality. 2) Navigate institutional discrimination and ethical boundaries. 3) Practice appropriate documentation and informed consent practices. 4) Identify when and how to advocate legally for clients. 5) Navigate ethical considerations, including therapist self -awareness and biases.

TGT 708A Working with Trans Masculine, Trans Feminine, and Nonbinary Clients - .5 Credit

Course content will include 1) Describe diverse experiences and identities across the trans spectrum. 2) Tailor treatment planning to the unique needs of trans masc, trans femme, and nonbinary clients. 3) Affirm fluid and evolving gender journeys. 4) Address body image, dysphoria, and social embodiment issues.

TGT 708B Advocacy, Allyship, and Systems Change - .5 Credit

Course content will include 1) Define the therapist's role as an advocate and ally in systemic contexts. 2) Identify strategies for institutional and community advocacy. 3) Integrate social justice practices into therapy. 4) Create an action plan for ongoing professional development and activism.

TGT 709- - Intersectionality and Cultural Competence - 1 Credit

Course content will include 1) Apply an intersectional lens to race, class, and religion in transgender care. 2) Challenge biases and systemic inequalities within clinical settings. 3) Use culturally responsive and anti -oppressive therapeutic practices. 4) Support clients facing compounded marginalization.

TGC 710 – Remediation, Regret, Detransition - 1 Credit

Course content will 1) Identify areas of remediation needed prior to transition. 2) Implement interventions for working with clients who regret their transition. 3) Describe the various issues detransitioning people face. 4) Describe therapeutic and medical interventions for detransitioning people. TGC 8 01 – Clinical Practicum & Supervision 10 Credits Practicum, as defined by the Merriam -Webster dictionary, is a course of study for teachers, doctors, nurses, etc., that involves working in the area of study and using the knowledge and skills that have been learned in a school. Students will complete 80 hours of work with transgender clients by developing and providing educational classes, support groups, group therapy, or other interventions to assist the transgender community. They will complete documentation on assessment, treatment planning, treatment coordination, and other presenting clinical issues while under the supervision of a supervising instructor. Clients will be engaged through internet marketing, current support groups , and word of mouth. All clients will give Info rmed Consent to being treated by a student under supervision. As a prerequisite for practicum, students will be licensed or license -eligible to provide counseling to clients in individual settings. The supervision will be in the form of case consultation sessions where students will present written case logs, excluding identifying information that will be discussed with the supervisor and other participating students. The supervision consists of case discussion and review, reading appropriate materials, and the implementation of treatment interventions by the supervisor. The student will see client s in his/her/hir /their professional office. Supervision will occur via a secure internet connection . It will be the student's responsibility to maintain a case log during the course of supervision. The log will contain the date, type of case, client's age, gender, marital/relationship status, DSM -5 codes , and the modality of intervention used. The supervisor will keep a similar log. Students will also engage in four hours of group case consultation and research a case to present during this time .

HYP 701 Principles to Hypnotherapy - 2 Credits

Course content will include 1) All preliminary material before actually hypnotizing clients including suggestibility tests, history , and theories; 2) Recognition and classification of subjects including common fallacies we encounter, occupational susceptibility, age and susceptibility of highly impressionable and emotional people, qualifications of clients; 3) How to create rapport wit h clients; 4) difference between the conscious and sub -conscious mind; 5) Cautions of hypnosis including avoiding possible p hysical injury, sudden shocks, working through an abreaction; 6) students will observe and critique classmates practicing suggestibility tests.

HYP 702 Foundations of Hypnotherapy - 2 Credits

Course content will include 1) How to administer a pre -talk; 2) How to hypnotize including the depth stages of hypnosis and emerging procedures; 3) students will learn the 3-step induction procedure, Dr. Flower’s Hypnotic Induction Technique, and self -hypnosis; 4) students will learn how to incorporate the Swish Pattern to aid clients in behavior modification; 5) students are introduced to the 6 depth stages of hypnosis and criter ia for judging trance depth; 6) students will practice and demonstrate the fundamentals of hypnosis.

HYP 703 Advanced Practice of Hypnotherapy 1 - 2 Credits

Course content will include 1) Understanding the importance of hypnotic suggestion; 2) learn about the 6 elements that make up a chain of suggestions; 3) learn the difference between suggestions, post - hypnotic suggestions , and anchors; 4) learn the difference between reinforcement and enforcement in suggestion development; 5) differentiating between negative and positive hallucinations and the hyper amnesia phenomena and sensory anesthesia; 6) practice positive action script writing.

HYP 704 Advanced Practice of Hypnotherapy 2 - 2 Credits

Course content will include 1) Practice hypnosis with a classmate using the classmate’s positive action script for behavioral change; 2) practice methods to bypass the conscious mind; 3) practice techniques of creating a biochemical response with thought; 3) students will learn to conduct both a weight management and smoking cessation group; 4) pain anesthesia and management; 5) students will practice and demonstrate proficiency in all areas covered to date.

HYP 705 Ethical Practice of Hypnotherapy - 2 Credits

Course content will include 1) The Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice as set forth by The National Board of Professional and Ethical Standards Hypnosis Education and Certification; 2) The client Bill of Rights; 3) A Guide to Language differentiating the terminology a licensed professional may use as opposed to a non -licensed hypnotist; 4) staying within your realm of expertise; 5) understanding the difference in nomenclature between a hypnotherapist and a hypnotist.

HYP 706 Sexual Dysfunction Treatment 1 - 2 Credits

Course content will include 1) understanding when and how to use hypnosis in the treatment of male sexual dysfunction; 2) writing scripts to address issues of male sexual dysfunction; 3) understanding and overcoming a client’s possible discomfort in the pr e-talk when the hypnosis addresses sexual issues; 4) using hypnosis to assist the client in overcoming issues with bodily functions such as an inability to urinate in front of other males, feelings of inferiority or body dysmorphia or other debilitating perceptions.

 HYP 707 Sexual Dysfunction Treatment 2 - 2 Credits

Course content will include 1) understanding when and how to use hypnosis in the treatment of female sexual dysfunction; 2) writing scripts to address issues of female sexual dysfunction; 3) understanding and overcoming a client’s possible discomfort in th e pre -talk when the hypnosis addresses sexual issues; 4) using hypnosis to assist the client in overcoming issues with bodily functions such as feelings of guilt or shame, inferiority or body dysmorphia or other debilitating perceptions.

HYP 708 Clinical Applications for Special Populations - 6 Credits

Course content will include 1) students will demonstrate the pre -talk techniques, 2) students will conduct an intake evaluation; 3) students will demonstrate an induction into hypnosis and will administer suggestions, post -hypnotic suggestions and anchors; 4) during the course of the 75 hours of classroom study, students will engage in 25 hours of practice at home in all aspects of hypnosis; 5) students will take a quiz at the end of each weekend cla ss; 6) students will complete a research paper on applying hypnotherapy to a specific sexual dysfunction.

HYP 709 Independent Project - Credits included with class

Students will complete a project creating and utilizing interventions learned in class and present to the instructor and classmates.

KAT 701 Foundations and Principles of Kink and BDSM - 2 Credits

This course establishes a foundational understanding of the kink community, beginning with the principle of "Don't yuck my yum" to foster an environment of acceptance and respect. It provides a general definition of terms relevant to the cohortA significant focus is p laced on the scope of practice, ethics, and morals, encouraging an exploration of the "why" behind client interests, with a strong emphasis on consent and safety .

KAT 702 Myths and Misconceptions - 2 Credits

This course focuses on addressing various biases and misunderstandings surrounding BDSM and kink.

KAT 703 History of BDSM and Power Exchange Dynamics - 2 Credits

This course delves into the intricate world of BDSM (Bondage, Discipline, Sadism, and Masochism) and power exchange dynamics. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of various facets within this subculture, emphasizing consent and safety as paramount.

KAT 704 Legal and Ethical Practice - 2 Credits

This course focuses on the legal and ethical landscape surrounding kink and alternative sexual practices centers on ensuring all activities are consensual, safe, and legally compliant. This involves a deep understanding of core values, utilizing frameworks like RACK for clear commu nication and risk assessment, and adhering to the "sane, safe, consensual" principle.

KAT 705 Kink in Cultural Contexts - 2 Credits

This course will delve into the multifaceted ways culture shapes and is shaped by kink practices, emphasizing the importance of consent across diverse cultural contexts. It would also explore the nuanced differences between altered states and dissociative states within va rious cultural frameworks, particularly as they relate to kink.

KAT 706 Intersection of Kink, Addiction, and Sexual Dysfunctions - 2 Credits

This course delves into the complex relationship between BDSM and addiction, exploring how these two facets can intersect in individuals' lives.

KAT 707 Kink, Consent, and Abuse Dynamics - 2 Credits

We will explore how different body types and abilities intersect with kink practices, highlighting the unique challenges and strengths they bring.

KAT 708 Love, Kink, and Alternative Lifestyles - 2 Credits

Explore s the intricate connections between neurobiology, attachment, self -esteem, and defenses in the context of love, while also delving into the complexities of intimacy, consent, and safety within relationships. It further examines the intersectionality of kink and love, addressing potential overlaps with relationship addiction.

KAT 709 Clinical Considerations and Biases - 2 Credits

Clinical considerations regarding kink and BDSM practices involve a multifaceted approach, addressing both potential challenges and affirming healthy engagement. Understanding the interplay between individual psychology, relational dynamics, and societal factors is crucial for clinicians working with this population.

KAT 710 Best Practices with Therapeutic Kink - 2 Credits

This course focuses on the ethical integration of kink into therapeutic practice, aiming to provide therapeutic and relational benefits such as increased happiness, reduced stress, improved communication, and addressing shame through approaches like Tantric kink. Best practi ces emphasize avoiding common clinical mistakes, fostering client disclosure, managing transference, and utilizing a range of therapeutic modalities including polyvagal, attachment -focused, trauma -informed, somatic, EMDR, and grounding techniques, supporte d by specific tools like the "Questionnaire: Day -to-Day power," "Intimacy by the Numbers," and "ECRM application."

KAT 801 Supervision - Credits Included with class

Students will meet with the instructor for case consultation and supervision for 10 one hour sessions in which your Case Studies are focused on dysfunctions, disorders, and/or relational/sexual challenges with regards to the Kink Specialty.

SOT 701 Reproductive Anatomy and Sexual Physiology Theories - 2 Credits

This course will provide students with an understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the Reproductive system of both males and females. The course will 1) demonstrate the ability to comfortably discuss sex and the reproductive system; 2) Describe pubertal changes in males and females ; 3) Identify the structure and function of the internal and external female reproductive anatomy ; 4) Identify and describe the inter nal male organs and the processes of sperm production and ejaculation ; 5) Describe the structure and function of the internal and external male sexual anatomy. 6) Describe the physiological changes during sexual arousal and response, and discuss different cycles of sexual response.

SOT 702 Development Sexuality - 2 Credits

This course will provide students with an understanding of sexual development through the life cycle. Students will 1) differentiate between sex and gender development ; 2) discuss identity and sexual diversity; 3) Develop and implement strategies to he lp parents talk to their children about sex and sexuality. 4) Describe the specific process of sexual development in young children. 5) Describe how biological, social, cultural, and psychological factors affect psychosexual development. 6) Recognize how the teenage brain differs from an adult brain in executive functioning. 7) Describe how adolescents make de cisions about sexuality.

SOT 703 Development of Sexual Arousal Patterns - 2 Credits

This course will provide students with an understanding of the History of Sexual Deviance, Sexual Dysfunctions, Deviance, Disorders, and the relevant DSM Diagnosis. Students will 1) Discuss in general terms the history of sexual deviance ; 2) Differentiate normal and abnormal sexual behavior; 3) Discuss relevant sexual -related disorders; 4) Describe the different processes of deviant arousal may occur; 5) Describe how biological, social, cultural, and psychological factors contribute to the development of paraphilias. 6) Recognize and discuss normal and deviant sexual fantasies; 7) Recognize sexual dysfunctions that may be of importance when treating sexual offenders

SOT 704 The Sexual Offender - 2 Credits

This course will provide students with an understanding of the “Sexual Offender”, Sex Offender Registration , and Respective Laws/Acts. Content includes 1) Knowledge of the definition of sexual offender from a legal and clinical perspective; 2) Describe and discuss challenges for therapists in this field. 3) Knowledge of the therapist's role in the field of sexual offending; 4) Understand the legislature and history of federal registration and notification; 5) Describe and discuss the effects and perceptions of the sexual offender. registry as they pertain to the offender, the public, and the victim; 6 ) Understand sexual offender subtypes and typologies ; 7) Knowledge of sex crimes f rom a legal perspective.

SOT 705 Interactions Between Sexuality & Dynamics of Interpersonal/Family Relationships - 2 Credits

This course will discuss how sexuality is impacted by interpersonal and family dynamics. Content includes: 1) Be knowledgeable of the Dynamics Within the Family System; 2) Distinguish Between the Different Family Types; 3) Understand the Characteristics of Intimate Relationships; 4) Describe the Purpose of Intimate Relationships; 5) Understand the Common Bonds; 6) Understand the Role of Sexuality Within the Family.

SOT 706 Evaluation of Adult and Juvenile Sex Offender - 2 Credits

This class will provide clinicians with the knowledge and skills to conduct adult and juvenile risk assessments and psychosexual evaluations. Content includes: 1) Distinguish between the 3 generations of Forensic Assessments; 2) Explain the concept of protection of the public versus the best interest of the client; 3) Evaluate the level of risk related to the type of sex offense; 4) Explain the impact of supervised release and community control on the offender’s risk of recidivism. 5) Identify the subject areas incorporated into a variety of risk assessment tools; 6) Evaluate sex offending within families in conflict. 7) Critique the research on risk assessments and recidivism; 8) Use the various assessment instruments with case studies provided ; 9) Describe the interventions used to reduce the risk of recidivism.

SOT 707 Juvenile Treatment - 2 Credits

This course will provide students with an understanding of the complete process of working with juvenile sexual offenders. Content includes: 1) Understand what the term juvenile sex offender and how it relates to treatment; 2) Understand the ways juveniles can enter treatment; 3) Know the difference and similarities between adult offenders and juvenile offenders; 4) General knowledge of the etiology of juvenile offending and victimization; 5) Understand the juvenile treatment and its multi -disciplinary proc ess; 6) Knowledge of treatment modalities and goals ; 7) Understand the importance of the therapeutic relationship with juveniles ; 8) Understanding the importance of self -care when working with offenders.

SOT 708 Adult Sex Offender Treatment - 2 Credits

This course will provide students with an understanding of the complete process of working with adult sexual offenders. Content includes: 1) Describe and define Adult Sex Offender; 2) Understand the different ways Adults Offenders can enter treatment; 3) G eneral knowledge of the etiology of adult sexual offending and victimization; 4) Understand the adult treatment and its multi -disciplinary process; 5) Knowledge of treatment modalities and goals; 6) Understand the role of the therapist working with Adult S ex Offenders; 7) The treatment process and content; 8) Understanding the importance of self - care when working with offenders.

SOT 709 Treatment of Special Populations - 2 Credits

This course will provide students with an understanding of the how to provide effective and current treatment to Special Populations within the sexual offender field of practice. Content includes 1) Understand who is con sidered “Special populations” when testing sexual offenders; 2) Will have an understanding of prevalence and typologies for each population ; 3) Will be knowledgeable with valid instruments and effective treatment approaches for each population; 4) Be familiar with group treatment approaches with special populations; 5) Understand and be familiar with the specific goals of treatment for sex offenders in the victim empathy phase; 6) Effectively educate and assist sex offenders to understand and develop victim empathy; 7) Learn how to overcome o ffender resistance to this specific phase of treatment; 8) Define terms related to Victimology and Victims; 9) Discuss biased towards Victims and victim blaming; 10) Recognize and discuss issues between victims and the criminal justice system.

SOT 710 Risk Assessment - Research Instruments - 2 Credits

Content includes: 1) Become familiar with ethical guidelines for behavioral health professions in the context of sexual offender treatment; 2) Recognize common ethical dilemmas in sexual offender treatment ; 3) Become knowledgeable with the ethical standards pertaining to informed consent and limitations of confidentiality; 4) Effective management of conflicts, boundaries, and dual relationships specific to working with sexual offenders; 5) Therapist compete nce specific to working with sexual offenders; 6) D escribe recent changes to the mandatory reporting laws.

SOT 801 – Independent Study - Clinical Application - Credits included with class

Students will complete a series of assignments including reading, viewing videos, writing assessments, writing a treatment plan, and attending meetings.

SDT 701 - Historical Context: What is Ableism? What is Sexual Ableism? - 2 Credits

Come join the teaching team for an introduction to the program and the key themes that we will explore together. Topics include sexual ableism, the historical legacies of the eugenics movement, and the medical and social models of disability.

SDT 702 - Overview of Congenital Physical and Sensory Disabilities and How They Can Affect Sexual Functioning - 2 Credits

This session provides an overview of how physical and sensory disabilities can shape sexual expression. As with all other classes, we explore both social and medical model -based approaches to working with a broad range of clients with physical and sensory disabilities.

SDT 703 - Overview of Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (Sexual Consent Issues, Etc ) - 2 Credits

This session provides an introduction to the social and medical factors shaping sexual expression for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Particular attention will be paid to the range of intellectual and developmental disabilities, the difference between consent and assent, and different therapeutic and educational strategies for working with this population.

SDT 7 04- Sex and Neurodiversity (Autism, ADHD, Learning disabilities, others?) - 2 Credits

This session builds on the overview of intellectual and developmental disabilities to focus on the social and medical factors shaping sexual expression for people with autism spectrum conditions, ADHD/ADD, and other forms of neurodiversity. Particular atte ntion will be paid to how therapeutic and educational strategies can be adapted for neurodiverse clients.

SDT 705 - Sex and Mental Health Conditions - 2 Credits

As sexuality professionals, we frequently work with individuals living with mental health conditions, but these conditions are often not considered from a disability perspective. In this session, we discuss the social, medical, and pharmacological factors that can influence sexual identity and expression for individuals with mental health conditions.

SDT 706 - Sexuality and Acquired Disabilities: SCIs, TBIs, STIs, etc - 2 Credits

Many individuals acquire disabling conditions over the course of their lifespan. This session focuses on how acquiring a disability might influence sexual identity and expression with particular emphasis on a posttraumatic growth perspective.

SDT 707 - Disability and Sex Work - 2 Credits

Therapeutic and non -therapeutic sex work can be powerful, albeit ethically contentious, means of sexual empowerment for individuals with disabilities. In this session, we explore why sex work is often considered alongside sexual ableism and discuss when se x work is or is not an appropriate therapeutic modality for clients with disabilities.

SDT 708 - Disability and Alternative Sexual Lifestyles/Identities (LGBTQ+, BDSM, etc) - 2 Credits

This section focuses on the intersection of disability and LGBTQIA+ communities, as well as kink and other non -normative sexual identities and expressions.

SDT 709 - Aging , Disability , and Sexuality - 2 Credits

The aging process often contributes to individuals acquiring disabilities over time. In this session, we discuss the relationship between aging and disabilities, as well as an overview of adaptive strategies and tools to help older adults engage in satisfy ing sexual expression.

SDT 710 - Sexuality and Dementias - 2 Credits

Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias present one of the most pressing public health emergencies today. This session explores the social and medical factors shaping the lives of people living with these conditions, as well as how to address the sexuali ty-related challenges arising from them.

Fee Schedule effective April 2025

Total Program Tuition

The Ph.D. in Clinical Sexology is comprised of three segments and the fees are as follows:

1. Clinical Sexology Education (57 credits) $12,540.00
2. Specialty area of education (20 credits) $4,400.00
3. Dissertation or Doctoral Project (20 credits) $4,400.00

Total Educational Cost: $21,340.00

(97 credits at $220 per credit)

Administrative Fees and Costs

• Registration Fee (one-time): $100.00 (non-refundable)
• Transcript Request Fee: $10.00 (each)
• Re-Entry Fee: $100.00
• Duplicate Certificates Hard copy: $30 PDF: $10
• Duplicate Diploma: Hard copy only: $75
• Duplicate Student ID: $30
• Oral Exam Cancellation and Rescheduling: $100
• Oral Exam Retake: $300

Students may work with IICS to formulate a payment plan as specified in Terms of Payment of Tuition and Fees. The default payment in this form is $890 per month over 24 months, or $712 per month over 30 months.

Textbooks and Supplies

Students are required to purchase their own textbooks from either retail or online suppliers. The estimated cost for Clinical Sexology is $240. The Specialty Concentration’s cost is dependent on which Specialty Concentration the student selects.