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Course Summary

This continuing education human sexuality course will look at the development of sexual orientation and provide a basis for caring therapeutic intervention.

Course Format

This course contains downloadable online lessons (PDF) and a practice test. When you’re ready, purchase the course by clicking the “Add To Cart” button. This will let you take the test, complete the course evaluation and receive your certificate for CE credits.

Learning Objectives

  • Identify the percent of American adults Identify as lesbian, gay or bisexual.
  • Describe the concept of sexual orientation.
  • Explain the stages in homosexual identity model.

Course Syllabus

  • Introduction
  • Defining Sexual Orientation
  • Development of Sexual Orientation
  • Prejudice, Discrimination, Scope and Impact
  • Homosexuality as a Mental Disorder: An Important Shift
  • The Coming Out Process
  • Tips for Working With Gay and Lesbian Clients