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Level: Introductory
Length: 1 hour
Timeframe for access: Once you first choose to "Launch" this course, you will have 45 days to access the content as often as you like. Your 45-day window for access will not begin until you first click the "Launch" button.
Learning Objectives:
- Explain how sexuality involves the many senses
- Explore simple solutions for sensory challenges
- Expand your ability to adapt for sexual needs
Presenter:
Stephanie Mitelman is Part-Time Faculty at Concordia University for the past 18 years, where she teaches courses on sexuality, diversity, relationships, communication, and family life education. She is a Member of the Order of Sexologists of Quebec, a Certified Sexuality Educator, and a Certified Family Life Educator. She is one of the founding members of the Sexual Health Network of Quebec. Mitelman trains Boards, organizations, teachers, and therapists across Canada and the USA on teaching sexuality to those with special needs, and has a private practice working one on one with individuals with an Autism Spectrum Disorder and sensory challenges. She has been creating materials for the classroom for twenty years and specializes in creating unique activity kits to address specific questions about puberty, health, boundaries, safety, and consent, for typically developing students as well as those with special needs-www.sexedmart.com.Who should attend:
All those with sensory differences, those that work with them, and those that love them
Instructional Methods:
PowerPoint lecture
Cancellation Policy:
Because this program is recorded and accessible at your convenience, cancellations are not typically accepted. Please contact education@spdstar.org if you have any questions or concerns.
Do you have a disability that would require special accommodations?
Please contact us at education@spdstar.org and describe how we can help accommodate your needs.