COUN 539 Human Sexuality

This course is designed for counseling professionals whose work will bring them into contact with clients experiencing problems and concerns with their sexuality. The course is designed to develop: a students' knowledge base related to human sexuality, b an understanding of the varied sexuality issues which may be encountered in professional counseling practice, c the assessment and intervention skills required to deal with sexuality issues, and d increased awareness of one's personal perceptions, attitudes and ethical considerations related to sexuality issues. Students will consider how counseling about sexuality issues is related to the counselor's and the client's spiritual framework and belief system.