December 16, 2023 5 min read

As healthcare providers, continuously enhancing our skills is paramount. MSH Sexology Courses presents an unparalleled opportunity to deepen your expertise in sexual health through our comprehensive CPD-accredited programme. Starting in March 2024, we're offering a path to becoming a Credible Sexual Health Provider, aligned with the World Health Organisation's (WHO) sex-positive and pleasure-based education guidelines.

 

Programme Highlights

  • Innovative Learning: Our programme is designed to impart over 100 hours of content, including core and elective modules, culminating in more than 100 CPD points.
  • In-Person Sessions: Two training sessions in Stellenbosch on 9-10 March and 7-8 September 2024, focusing on value clarification, ethics, practical skills, and more.  Please note that travel to and accommodation in Stellenbosch are not included in the course fees and will be the responsibility of each participant.
  • Continuous Engagement: Participants are required to engage in assignments, case studies, live Q&As, supervision sessions, group check-ins, and maintain a critical reflection journal, accumulating at least 15 CPDs per month.

Curriculum Overview

  • Module 1: Sexual Ethics, Rights & Education
    • Sexual and Gender Diversity
    • Ethics in sexual health practice
    • Speaking with children about sex
    • Genital Autonomy
    • Consent
    • Working with Asexualities
    • Gender Affirming Health Care
    • Working with Trauma during a sexual health consultation
    • Gender-Based Violence
    • The In’s & Out’s of Adult Sex Ed

 

  • Module 2: Sexual Pleasure & Relationships
    • Psychosexual Blueprint
    • How to have more fun in bed
    • Better Sex for Couples
    • What is Kink?
    • Love your V
    • Orgasms
    • Incorporating Sexual Pleasure into Sexual Health Consultations
    • Ethical Non-Monogamy
    • Adolescent Sexual Health
    • Contraception

 

  • Module 3: Sexual Dysfunction
    • Pelvic Floor and Musculoskeletal issues in victims of sexual violence
    • Childhood Sexual Abuse and Female Sexual Dysfunction
    • How to diagnose sexual pain like an expert
    • Sexual pain intake interview
    • Treating Sexual Pain
    • How to treat low libido
    • The 8 Principles of Erectile Dysfunction
    • Introduction to Sex Counselling
    • Sensate Focus Therapy
    • Sexually Transmitted Infections

 

  • Module 4: Elective Sexual Health Courses
    • Brain mechanisms of sexual desire
    • WPATH SOC 8
    • Sexual Health Law and Ethics
    • Sex and Diabetes
    • Sex and Drugs
    • Hormone Implants
    • Breast Cancer and Sexual Dysfunction a research update
    • Cancer - Beyond the diagnosis
    • Integrating Sexual Health and Oncology
    • PGAD
    • POIS
    • PCOS
    • Vulva Dermatology
    • Penile Rehabilitation Pre and Post-Prostatectomy
    • Penile Transplant
    • Small Penis
    • Priapism

Modules 1, 2, and 3 form the core curriculum of our programme, providing essential knowledge and skills that are integral to your development as a sexual health provider. These modules are mandatory for all participants and lay the foundation for your accreditation. Module 4, on the other hand, is elective, offering you the flexibility to tailor your learning experience based on your interests and professional needs.

Upon successful completion of the programme, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from MSH. It's important to note that this certificate represents your commitment to professional development and mastery of the course material; however, it does not qualify you to practice as a Sexologist.

This programme is specifically designed as a professional development opportunity for already qualified and registered healthcare providers. It's an investment in your practice, enhancing the quality of services you provide to patients and contributing significantly to your overall job satisfaction and professional growth.

Accreditation Process

The journey to MSH Accreditation is a structured and comprehensive experience, encompassing various components designed to enhance your expertise in sexual health. This journey involves:

  • Attending TWO 2-day training sessions in Stellenbosch.
  • Participating in a mini-SAR (Sexual Attitude Reassessment).
  • Mastering a minimum of 60 CPD points of content.
  • Completion of ten case studies or assignments.
  • Participation in six live online MSH Q&As, offering a direct line to experts for your questions.
  • Attendance in a minimum of four supervision sessions, available at a 30% discount.
  • Engaging in two group interactions with the TED Manager.
  • Keeping a critical reflection journal, documenting your learning journey and insights.

In addition to these components, each participant will complete the SHEP’s questionnaire (Sexual Health Education for Professionals Scale) at the beginning and end of the programme. This tool is essential for assessing and documenting shifts in confidence, knowledge, and attitudes, ensuring a tangible measure of the programme's impact on your professional growth.

Participants are required to complete these components within a 12 months, starting from 1 March 2024 to 28 February 2025. This timeframe is designed to provide a consistent and immersive learning experience, aligning with the academic and practical demands of the programme.

Investment Options:

  • Option A (Online Course Only): R25 000.00 per enrolment.
  • Option B (Inclusive of In-Person Trainings): R30 000.00 per enrolment.
  • Bonus for Option B: Free access to over 20 MSH Webinars.

Special Offer for Current Enrollees

For those enrolled in the Sexology Starter Pack or Female Sexology Courses, an additional R10 000.00 grants access to in-person training weekends, the webinar bundle, supervision sessions at a reduced rate of 30% and other benefits.

 

Join Us!

This programme is more than just training; it's a transformative experience for your professional journey. This is a comprehensive development course that promises to enrich your practice, enhance patient care, and boost job satisfaction.

Contact: For more details, reach out to Delene van Dyk, the TED Manager, at courses@mysexualhealth.co.za.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

  1. If I have already purchased the MSH Super Starter Pack, can I also sign up for this opportunity and what will the cost be? Yes, absolutely! If you're looking to complete your accreditation with MSH by participating in the weekends and live interactions, the additional cost will be only R10,000. This is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your learning experience with more interactive and hands-on training.

  2. What does the accreditation process involve and how long does it take? The MSH Accreditation process is a comprehensive journey that includes attending two 2-day training sessions in Stellenbosch, participating in a mini-SAR, mastering a minimum of 60 CPD points of content, completing ten case studies or assignments, participating in six live online MSH Q&As, attending a minimum of four supervision sessions, engaging in two group interactions with the TED Manager, and maintaining a critical reflection journal. This process is required to be completed within 12 months, starting from 1 March 2024 to 28 February 2025.

  3. Are travel and accommodation costs included in the course fees? No, travel and accommodation costs for the in-person training sessions in Stellenbosch are not included in the course fees. These expenses will need to be covered by the participants themselves.

  4. Can I practice as a Sexologist after completing this programme? It's important to note that upon completion of the programme, you will receive a Certificate of Completion from MSH. While this certificate reflects your dedication to professional development and mastery of the course material, it does not qualify you to practice as a Sexologist. This programme is intended as a professional development course for already qualified and registered healthcare providers.

  5. What are the payment options for the programme? There are two main investment options for the programme:

    • Option A (Online Course Only): R25,000.00 per enrolment.
    • Option B (Inclusive of In-Person Trainings): R30,000.00 per enrolment. Additionally, for those already enrolled in the Sexology Starter Pack or Female Sexology Courses, an additional R10,000.00 grants access to in-person training weekends and other benefits.
  6. Will I have access to additional resources beyond the core modules? Yes! Participants who choose Investment Option B will also get free access to over 20 MSH Webinars added to their online courses. This bonus material provides an even greater depth of knowledge and resources in the field of sexual health.


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