The Sexual Self-Determination Training and Certification Program is designed to empower professionals (and parents!) to respond to issues of sexual health and development in positive, proactive, and person-centered ways, and to promote healthy sexuality and relationships for vulnerable people who have complex needs and depend on long-term care*.

Program participants gain knowledge, skills, tools, and resources to increase their comfort, understanding, and ability to address important social-sexual issues. Some common examples include: Puberty, Consent and Boundaries, Internet Use, Masturbation, and Navigating Relationships.

* Examples of vulnerable people who have complex needs and depend on long-term care include: people who experience intellectual and developmental diversity (disabilities), neurodiversity, traumatic brain injuries, cognitive decline, mental health disorders, and behavior disorders.