CYW376 - Selected Issues: Human Sexuality

Subject Title
Selected Issues: Human Sexuality

Subject Description
The study of human sexuality and gender identity is an important learning experience for any student entering the human service profession. This subject will study the variety of ways in which sexuality and/or gender can have an impact on people?s lives. The subject material will acquaint the student with the knowledge and understanding of this area necessary to present to clients in the field. Students will learn to recognize age related norms and be able to apply these observations to programming techniques. They will also become familiar with the teaching techniques necessary in this area for all age groups to educate and facilitate discussions about sexuality, gender identity, and gender expression.

Credit Status
one credit

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an awareness of the comlexity of the concept of human sexuality and gender identify and be able to identify their various elements.

2. Identify and discuss relevant theory and research related to human sexuality and gender identify.

3. Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of personal and societal values and attitudes as well as an acceptance of alternate value systems in others.

4. Identify and discuss cross-cultural variations in regards to sexuality and gender identity and the degree to which it is influenced by socio-cultural factors.

5. Define sexual values and gender norms and discuss their function in regards to self-identity and selection of mate(s).\

6. Identify and discuss human sexual anatomy and physiology using terminology appropriate for children and adolescents.

7. Describe childhood/adolescent sexual behaviour and development.

8. Describe the development of childhood/adolescent gender expression and identity.

9. Id4entify and discuss the historical and social perspectives on contraceptives, while outlining the various options available today.

10. Discuss the most common forms of sexuality transmitted infections making specific reference to what causes the infection, incidence and transmission, symptoms and comlications, and available treatment options.

11. Demonstrate an ability to facilitate discussions and/or educational exercises with children and adolescents regarding the material covered in this course.

12. Demonstrate an awareness of services focused on sexuality and gender identify, and an understanding of what makes services more accessible (e.g. youth-positive, sex-positive).

Cheating and Plagiarism
Each student should be aware of the College's policy regarding Cheating and Plagiarism. Seneca's Academic Policy will be strictly enforced.

To support academic honesty at Seneca College, all work submitted by students may be reviewed for authenticity and originality, utilizing software tools and third party services. Please visit the Academic Honesty site on http://library.senecacollege.ca for further information regarding cheating and plagiarism policies and procedures.

Discrimination/Harassment
All students and employees have the right to study and work in an environment that is free from discrimination and/or harassment. Language or activities that defeat this objective violate the College Policy on Discrimination/Harassment and shall not be tolerated. Information and assistance are available from the Student Conduct Office at student.conduct@senecacollege.ca.

Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
The College will provide reasonable accommodation to students with disabilities in order to promote academic success. If you require accommodation, contact the Counselling and Disabilities Services Office at ext. 22900 to initiate the process for documenting, assessing and implementing your individual accommodation needs.