Certificate Program in Social Justice and Sexuality Education
- 24 hours
- $1495.00
- Online - Hybrid
This course is offered in partnership with the Sex Ed Lecture Series. The Sex Ed Lecture Series has been providing online professional development in sex education since the start of the pandemic. It offers weekly live webinars every Wednesday and a repository of more than 150 recorded webinars.
Course Overview
The Certificate Program in Social Justice and Sexuality Education offers a comprehensive exploration of the intersection between social justice and human sexuality. This interdisciplinary program provides a nuanced understanding of diverse perspectives, theories, and practices related to sexuality within the context of social justice frameworks.
Course Details:
- Tuesdays and Thursdays
- July 8 - August 31, 2025
- Live (Virtual) Instruction Meeting Times: 7 pm to 8:30 pm ET.
- Format: 24 hours total. This includes 12 hours of live (virtual) lectures (8 one-and-a-half-hour sessions) and 12 pre-recorded sessions.
- Students are awarded 24 credits after successfully completing the course and will receive a certificate from CERTFi by Mercy University and from AASECT
Meet Your Instructor
Tanya Bass, PhD, MS, MEd, CHES®, CSE (she/her/hers) is the founder of the North Carolina Sexual Health Conference (NCSEXCON). She is An award-winning sexuality educator and subject matter expert in sexuality education, reproductive health, and health equity. Tanya is an alumna of North Carolina Central University’s (NCCU) Department of Public Health Education, where she has served as an adjunct instructor for several years. She is the lead instructor for Sexuality Education. She completed her PhD in Education at Widener University in the Center for Human Sexuality Studies. She is a member of the Women of Color Sexual Health Network (WoCSHN), the Association of Black Sexologists and Clinicians (ABSC), and the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT). She is a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) and an AASECT Certified Sexuality Educator (CSE). She is a current member of the editorial board for the American Journal of Sexuality Education.
Participants will delve into an array of critical topics:
- Sexuality and Social Identity: Examining the Cycle of Socialization and how sexuality intersects with various aspects of identity such as race, gender, class, and ability, and understanding the implications of these intersections on societal structures.
- Cultural and Historical Perspectives on Sexuality: Investigating historical and cultural influences on societal perceptions of sexuality, challenging normative narratives, and examining the evolution of sexual norms across different societies.
- Sexuality Education as Social Justice: Analyzing disparities in access to sexual health resources, exploring public health policies, and discussing strategies for promoting equitable and inclusive sexuality services and promoting sexual health outcomes for all individuals. Exploring human rights, reproductive justice, consent, and the implications for marginalized communities.
"I had the honor of attending Dr. Tanya Bass's Certificate Program in Social Justice & Sexuality Education in the Summer of 2024. The class was well-organized, interactive and thought-provoking. I would recommend this program for any sexuality & health professional looking to level up in their practice as an educator".
Jenn
Key Takeaways
This program combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications, encouraging critical thinking and engagement with contemporary issues. Participants will have the opportunity to develop a nuanced understanding of sexuality within the broader context
- Sexuality and Social Identity: Examining the Cycle of Socialization and how sexuality intersects with various aspects of identity such as race, gender, class, and ability, and understanding the implications of these intersections on societal structures.
- Cultural and Historical Perspectives on Sexuality: Investigating historical and cultural influences on societal perceptions of sexuality, challenging normative narratives, and examining the evolution of sexual norms across different societies.
- Sexuality Education as Social Justice: Analyzing disparities in access to sexual health resources, exploring public health policies, and discussing strategies for promoting equitable and inclusive sexuality services and promoting sexual health outcomes for all individuals. Exploring human rights, reproductive justice, consent, and the implications for marginalized communities.