Board Approvals:

ASWB/ACE: SpeedyCeus.com, provider #1613, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 12/15/24 to 12/15/27.  Social Workers completing this course receive 10 general continuing education credits.

CALIFORNIA: This program meets the requirements for the California Board of Behavioral Sciences for 10 hours of CE Credit

TEXAS: This course meets the criteria for acceptable continuing education as defined by the Texas State Boards of Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists and Social Workers for 10 hours of CE Credit.

This program is approved for 10 continuing education credits/contact hours by:

• The California Board of Registered Nursing # CEP 14462
• The National Board for Certified Counselors # 6412
• The Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling #50-38918

This 10-hour continuing education course provides mental health professionals with a comprehensive foundation in human sexuality as it relates to clinical practice. Drawing on interdisciplinary perspectives, the course explores biological, psychological, sociocultural, and ethical dimensions of sexuality across the lifespan. Topics include assessment, trauma-informed care, clinical interventions, cultural and religious influences, ethical standards, and emerging research in neuroscience and global health. Emphasis is placed on confidentiality, competence, and cultural humility, equipping clinicians to address sensitive issues with professionalism and compassion. Participants will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to integrate sexual health into ethical, evidence-based practice.    

If you have questions about the course, require accessibility accommodations or need assistance, please email info@speedyceus.com or call (909) 628-4216.

• Describe the historical, cultural, biological, and psychological foundations of human sexuality and their relevance to clinical practice.
• Analyze contemporary definitions of sexuality as multidimensional constructs involving biological, psychological, social, cultural, and ethical dimensions.
• Apply trauma-informed and developmentally appropriate strategies when conducting sexual histories and integrating sexuality into biopsychosocial assessments.
• Identify ethical and legal responsibilities, including confidentiality, mandated reporting, and HIPAA requirements, when addressing sexual health concerns.
• Evaluate the impact of cultural, religious, and sociopolitical contexts on clients’ sexual values, behaviors, and health outcomes.
• Integrate evidence-based interventions (e.g., CBT, EFT, ACT, EMDR, mindfulness) into individual, couple, and group therapy to address sexual concerns across the lifespan.
• Demonstrate professional advocacy by recognizing systemic barriers to sexual health and promoting equitable, dignified care within clinical and community contexts.

• Chapter 1: Foundations of Human Sexuality in Clinical Practice
• Chapter 2. Biological and Developmental Aspects of Sexuality
• Chapter 3. Psychological Dimensions of Sexuality
• Chapter 4. Sociocultural and Ethical Contexts
• Chapter 5. Clinical Assessment of Sexual Concerns
• Chapter 6. Interventions and Treatment Approaches
• Chapter 7. Trauma, Abuse, and Sexuality
• Chapter 8. Special Populations in Human Sexuality
• Chapter 9. Professional Issues and Future Directions
• Chapter 10. Conclusion and Integration

Course topics are chosen based on various board requirements and professionals needs. Licensed professionals oversee, compile and develop course materials, posttest, and other course materials, determine the level of difficulty, and ensure course content is appropriate. The course developer bio is available here.