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Institution |
Academy for Sexology |
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Address & Contact |
Prof. Dr. Johann Lemmer |
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Name of Program |
(Distance Education plus Internship) |
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Language |
English |
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Diploma/Degree |
1. BS degree in Sexology (Baccalaureus Sexologiae) |
General Information
High
international academic standards & accreditation.
High
selection criteria.
Matriculation Certificate (or
equivalent for entrance to universities)
The content and academic standard
of the course speak for itself!
Outcome based with career
possibilities.
The Academy is based in
Duration
Set your own pace in completing your studies. Distance Education. Your internet- & computer skills & availability are not negotiable.
Fees
1. Bachelor of Sexology
(9 modules) = R 1650 per module plus a prescribed book per module.
2. Master of Sexology (9 modules) - via BS = R 2600 per module plus prescribed
books per module.
3. Master of Sexology (12 modules) - only for professionals with a related
B-degree = R 2600 per module plus prescribed books per module.
4. Doctor of Sexology (Doctoral Exam and / or Doctoral Thesis)
a) Doctoral Exam = Between R
12 000 and R 15 000 in total plus prescribed books
b)
Doctoral Thesis = R 18 000 in total plus prescribed books
Examination
Assignment(s) /
examination(s) per module.
The successful completion of each module will be credited.
How do I enroll?
Application for registration as a student at the Academy for Sexology
Steps:
academy@sexology.co.za or fax 0866512774 (+27 866512774). Our postal address is:
The Academy for Sexology, Private Bag X 1,
a) Bachelor of Sexology (9
modules)
b) Master of Sexology (9 modules) - via BS
c) Master of Sexology (12 modules) - only for professionals with a related
B-degree
d) Doctor of Sexology
Selection criteria
1. BACHELOR OF SEXOLOGY (BS) (matriculation / international:
same as most university requirements)
All the information is on our web site www.sexology.co.za - we do not repeat info that you can find here
You are welcome to contact the academy at academy@sexology.co.za
or: write to The Academy for Sexology, Private Bag X 1, Menlo Park, South Africa 0102
or: phone Dr Johann Lemmer - 027-83 7715588 (0837715588-RSA)
Module 1 Introduction to Sexology
Sex, Sexuality and
Sexology
Sexology as an
autonomous science
The History of Sexology
A Basic Theory of
Sexology
Sexologists, Sexperts and Experts
Curriculum Overview and
Introduction
Human beings: women and men
Gender Differentiation (embryology)
Gender Defining = (general medical-social declaration)
Gender Identification = (existential)
Gender Role = (socio-behaviouristic)
Gender Side = Animus-Anima
(psychological)
Sexual Orientation = Hetero-,
Homo-, Ambi-, Asexual.
Sexual Preferences = sexual selectivity - taste differs
Sexual Lifestyles = sexual activity
Sexual Self-Image & Self-Esteem
Inter-transactions between & beyond all the
above with the whole Self.
"Homosexuality"
A basic understanding of
homosexuality
Module 3 Anatomy, Physiology, Neurology, Endocrinology and Embryology, of Sexuality
The male reproductive
system
Embryology of the male
genital organs
The male genital organs
The penis and the
urethra
The testicle
The prostate and seminal
vesicles
The female reproductive
system
Embryology of the female genital
organs
The female genital
organs
External genitals
The vagina
The cervix
The uterus
The uterine or Fallopian tubes
The ovaries
The breasts
Menstruation
Conception and contraception;
erotic pathways
Pregnancy and sexuality;
Erogenous zones: male &
female
Sexual response: male
& female sexual response cycle
Physiological bases
The sexual act
Erotic fantasies &
masturbation
The orgasm
Module 4 Development Sexuality
Genetics &
Embryology
Theories on stages of human
development:
All stages of sexual
development
Infancy & Childhood
Sexuality
Puberty &
Adolescence Sexuality
Adulthood Sexuality
Old Age Sexuality
Sex Education (parents / teachers / churches/ society)
Module 5 Relationship Sexuality
Sexuality and
relationships
Love and sex
Healthy sexual
relationships
Issues in the
relationship
Different persons
(genetic,
background, mind, body, spirit)
Sexuality and the third
party
(people
/ porn / fantasy / internet)
Between
& beyond procreation, recreation and relation.
Between & beyond
egoistic & altruistic sexuality
(Self focused - Partner
focused sexuality)
Between & beyond
"affairs"
Divorce, Single,
Celibate
Module
6 The Ethics & Art (art, literature, media) of Sex
6.1 The Theory and Practice of Ethics
Procreate, Recreate and Relate
Sexual Human Rights
Between and Beyond the Poles
Sex & Society - Sex & Culture - Sex & Religion
Sex Education
Professional Ethics
6.2 Ars Sexologiae: erotica, art,
literature & films
Erotica of the Mind,
Body and Soul
Erotica &
Pornography
Erotica & the Media
Literature, Paintings, Magazines, Newspapers, Films, DVD’s
, Internet
Module 7 Sex Counseling
Trends
in Psychology.
Professional
Ethics.
Module 9 Orders & Disorders, Functions & Dysfunctions
(DSM IV+), Paraphilia & Pathology
9.1 Disorders of Desire and Arousal
Unwanted and problematic
hypoactive sexual disorder
Sexual aversion disorders
Female sexual arousal
Male erectile disorder
Unwanted and problematic hyperactive desire
Sexual
pain disorders, substance induced sexual dyspareunia
(male and female); vaginismus
Drugs and their effects on sexual functioning
Ejaculatory incompetence.
Disorder
case studies.
9.3 Chronic Illness and Disability
Problems related to
chronic illness and physical disability. Physical
disabilities and their effect on human sexuality.
9.4 Paraphilia
"A paraphilia is a condition in which a person's sexual
arousal and gratification depend on or is enhanced by a fantasy
theme of an unusual sexual experience that becomes the principal or side
focus of sexual behaviour." Masters
& Johnson’s definition extended by Lemmer
(italic, underlined). A paraphilia can revolve around
a particular sex object (underwear, animals, shoes etc) or a particular
sexual act (inflicting pain, etc).
Fetishism
Transvestism
Voyeurism
Frotteurism (rubbing genitals against
people)
Exhibitionism
Obscene talking
Sadism and Masochism
(BDSM)
Prostitution
Zoophilia
Other
Rape
Paedophilia
Incest
Sexual abuse
Other
Emphasis on debriefing the
victim of incest, child molestation, acquaintance rape and physical abuse,
domestic violence.
Implications for sexual adjustment
Coercion sex including rape, acquaintance rape, marital rape, adult and
juvenile victims of sexual violence and those sexually abused as children.
Victim empathy and victimology