Sex coacH training
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20 courses and 300+ hours of comprehensive education.
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Self-paced learning including videos, textbooks, field trips, and internship.
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Meets ABS qualifications
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Real instructor feedback and interaction.
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Monthly faculty-led student discussions.
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Ongoing tech support and program advisement.
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Best value of any nationally recognized program.
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Pay-as-you-go split tuition.
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Includes 1:1 advisor calls, clinical experiences, and lifetime community access.
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Ongoing enrollment.
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Easy online application.
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Complete the Welcome course prior to paying tuition.
"This is not an automated online course, nor is it your typical classroom. Assignments are reviewed and graded by actual sex coaches, and you get individualized feedback. Once we get started, you'll be impressed with how invested we are in your education."
overview
academics
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The academic portion of training includes book work, tests, writing assignments, reviews, skills tests, and field trips.​
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Expect strict critique, redirection, and feedback. It's sexual boot camp; your personal boundaries may be pushed!
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You'll learn how to market your practice, guide clients, and build a network of colleagues and sexuality professionals.
Practicum
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Successful completion of academic work allows students to participate in coaching sessions with a coach mentor and actual clients.
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Interns will also be guided and assigned to assist in teaching classes.
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Once authorized by their mentor, interns will see clients on their own, then discuss cases with supervisors.
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Graduates are awarded the status of Certified Sex Coach and Certified Sex Educator.
training website
The website makes it easy for students to submit their assignments, track their progress, do quizzes, watch videos, see upcoming events, and interact with instructors.
faculty & staff
Shannon Burton, SXI,
Executive Director
Certified sex coach and author of Six-Figure Sex Pro, Shannon focuses on program growth & development. Learn more.
Erin Alexander, LPC-S, ACS,
Sex Therapist, Coordinator
As a Licensed Sex Therapist and Clinical Supervisor, Erin is a program clinical coordinator. Learn more.
Dr. Sophia Murphy, DBH, LPC, CPT, SXI, Instructor
As a behavioral health doctor, sex coach, and personal trainer, Dr. Murphy leads clinical experiences. Learn more.
Chauntel Logan, SXI,
Instructor, Sex Coach
As a certified sex coach, Chauntel teaches about erotica and medical aspects of sexual health. Email Chauntel.
Rachael Lindberg Sifuentes, LPC, SXI, Instructor
A licensed counselor and certified sex coach, Rachael teaches about the psychology of sexuality. Learn more.
Melissa Jones, ACS,
Founder, Program Advisor
With over a decade of educational experience, Melissa is a certified sex coach and guest lecturer. Learn more.
Angela Michelle, ACS,
Instructor, Sex Coach
As an Embody Love Facilitator, Angela teaches about body image, culture, and disabilities in relation to sex. Learn more
William Lynch, ACS,
Instructor, Sex Coach
As a Kink-Aware and Safe-Zone trained professional and member of NCSF, William teaches about LGBTQIA+ topics. Email William.
Tarah Sykes, SXI
Instructor, Sex Coach
A board-certified sexologist, couples coach, and sex educator, Tarah teaches about kink and pleasure. Email Tarah.
Leon Morningstar, Certified Counselor, SXI
Degreed in somatic psychology, human sexuality, and LGBTQIA+, Leon teaches about ENM and embodied sex. Learn more.
tuition
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LIMITED TIME: Tuition $3,240. Upon admission the program, you'll pay the first half of the tuition ($1,620). The second half ($1,620) will be paid whenever you're ready to access the upper-level courses. Tuition is scheduled to increase May 1st, 2025; apply now!
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Books: $200+. Books may purchased, rented, or borrowed from any source.
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Field-trips: $200+ payable directly to the various venues.
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Incidentals: $100+.
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FAQs
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HOW IS THIS sex coach training DIFFERENT FROM OTHER PROGRAMS?
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This program is intense, yet rewarding. Every assignment has a purpose, and you’ll quickly discover just how engaging the training is. If you’re looking for a traditional education, this is not it. Don’t expect to be lectured to. Don’t necessarily look for “correct” answer to questions. Knowing the right answer won’t automatically get you an A. Stretching yourself will!
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In addition to academic assignments, much of your education will come from practical training as you participate in field trips and clinical experiences which include interfacing with other students, participating in group discussions, and working with coaching clients.
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How long is training?
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The program includes 300+ hours of learning material and experiences. It can be completed in 6 to 12 months, depending on your pace. The program is designed to be completed in less than 18 months, but students have the option to extend their training period.
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WILL I BE ASKED TO DO ANYTHING THAT I'M NOT COMFORTABLE WITH?
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The program helps you discover your boundaries, and you’ll be invited to discuss them. By giving you assignments that stretch your comfort zone, you’ll learn and grow. However, you’re always welcome and even encouraged to push back if any discomfort becomes too much. Training is not meant to cause excessive discord.
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Does the Program require any in-person experiences?
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The entire program can be completed remotely, including the clinical experiences, group discussions, and delivery of your live, final presentation. Field trips can be completed by visiting the sex-positive venues closest to you.​
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is the program nationally recognized?
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The Sexology Institute's Sex Coach Training Program is institutionally accredited by the American College of Sexologists, and additionally, the Sexology Institute maintain ongoing, internal monitoring and approval of our academic standards. Whether or not and to what extent other organizations recognize the certification of the Sexology Institute is dependent upon the policies of that organization. Prospective students who have questions about acceptance of the Sexology Institute’s certification at other organizations should inquire of those entities as to their recognition of sex coach certification.
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when can I enroll?
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Enrollment is ongoing, and applications are reviewed weekly. Admission is based on the number of open positions and the strength of each applicant.
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After graduating, what will my credentials be?
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Upon completion of the Sexology Institute's training program, you will be certified as a Sex Coach and Sex Educator. You will receive an official, individually signed and sealed certificate for framing and display. You will be permitted and encouraged to add the post-nominal designation "SXI" to your name indicating your certification as a sex coach by the Sexology Institute. (e.g. "Jane Smith, SXI")
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May I SEE THE curriculum?
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Yes. A general overview of program and the reading list can be viewed here.
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WILL I ACTUALLY HAVE SEXUAL CONTACT WITH SOMEONE ELSE?
It depends. Students who have sexual partners are encouraged to involve their partners if desired. The more “hands on” you are, the more you’ll understand what the lessons are trying to teach you. However, having a partner is not required to get the full benefits of the program. You will not have sexual contact with clients nor with the staff of the Sexology Institute as part of the program.
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