Sexuality & Personal Relationships

“Talking sex” on a superficial or humorous level can be very much easier to do than discussing this very complex subject with maturity. The subject can be particularly problematic when it comes to the context of support services. Some trivialize the issue; others act in a highly oppressive and controlling manner. Some organisations take a very ‘liberal’ stand on the subject without thinking it through; thus potentially leading to accusations of abuse and/or neglect.

This one day course aims to help learners examine the subject in a professional way and thus understand what their responsibilities are in today’s climate and within the law.

Learning objectives:

By the end of the course learners should have understood:

• Definitions of sexuality and personal relationships
• A brief overview of different sexual identity and expression
• Different personal relationships in our society
• Sexual dysfunction and the effect on people
• What is meant by sexual perversion
• Religious & cultural perspectives of sexuality and personal relationships
• Sexuality, personal relationships and the law
• Principles of Good Practice
• Upholding boundaries and maintaining a professional relationship
• Organisational guidelines
• What this means for the organisation and those working within it
• Areas that may potentially compromise the organisation and staff working within it
• Approaches to dealing with difficult areas. To include:
        -Protection
        -Meeting needs
        -Education

Training methods:

• Presentations
• OHP/PowerPoint
• Chalk & talk
• Work in couples, small and larger groups
• Handouts

This course is conducted in a sensitive manner bearing in mind the sensitive nature of the subject.
Some material may be considered offensive by some people and therefore the trainer would always discuss the programme with the organisation before delivery.

CP245/6.9