Sex Therapy Training
The Ackerman Institute is an approved AASECT continuing education provider. We offer sex therapy courses and a comprehensive certificate program.
Sex Therapy Training
The Ackerman Institute is an approved AASECT continuing education provider. We offer sex therapy courses and a comprehensive certificate program.
Sex therapy is an integral part of the therapeutic experience for intimate relationships. Our training provides mental health professionals with the highest quality sex therapy training and professional development.
We offer a signature 90-hour post-graduate sex therapy certificate program, in addition to individual 30-hour courses designed to broaden your skills and experience as a clinician. All trainings are held online with expert faculty.
Upcoming Sex Therapy Courses
The Ackerman Certificate Program in Sex Therapy
The Ackerman Institute's Post-Master's Certificate in Sex Therapy is our most expansive sex therapy program. Our curriculum is designed to further your training for future AASECT certification. Applications are open.
Introduction to Sex Therapy
This 30-hour course provides the fundamentals of AASECT certification and professional code of conduct for sex therapists. Classes begin September 27, 2023.
Intimacy and Sexuality in Couples
The Intimacy and Sexuality in Couples course will expand your understanding of intimacy issues in relationships. This 30-hour training begins January 3, 2024.
Systemic Sex Therapy
Ackerman's Systemic Sex Therapy course focuses on advanced topics in sex therapy assessment and treatment. This 30-hour training begins March 27, 2024.
About Ackerman's AASECT Certification
This program meets the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists requirements and credits earned may be applied toward AASECT certification and renewal of certification. Please note, AASECT Certification is not automatic. In all cases, the Certification Committee determines whether or not AASECT certification is awarded. Completion of this program does not ensure or guarantee AASECT certification. For further information please contact info@assect.org.