PORTLAND, Ore. — Everyone Deserves Sex Ed (EDSE) has expanded its Sex Educator Certification program, and enrollment is currently open.
The expanded Sex Educator Certification is now 40 hours, can be completed online over the course of three weekends and is designed to give adult industry professionals “a modern and inclusive program that transforms the way they work with customers,” a rep noted.
Since its 2019 debut, EDSE’s Sex Educator Certification has hosted adult industry professionals from the adult retail, manufacturing and distribution sectors, including staff members of Doc Johnson, Lion’s Den, East Coast News, System Jo and Fun Factory.
The current expanded version, the rep added, “is even more suitable for adult professionals working in product development, sales and marketing, and customer service.”
EDSE founder Anne Hodder-Shipp said, “Knowledge is power, and EDSE offers adult industry professionals the kind of inclusive tools and expansive knowledge they need to confidently do their jobs — and stay competitive.”
The EDSE certification, Hodder-Shipp explained, “helps inform and educate, but also gives adult companies and brands a way to stand out and differentiate themselves while making a positive impact. This is the future of the adult industry and I want to help companies and their staff stay ahead of the curve.”
The Sex Educator Certification program provides foundational training in topics like anatomy, gender identity and safer sex, and provides an expansive understanding of the social impact of sex ed.
Attendees also are trained in active communication and skills for responding to sex-related questions in a concise and nonjudgmental manner.
Fun Factory Head of Global Marketing Kristen Tribby endorsed the program.
“If you are a professional in the sexual wellness industry, EDSE is an essential certification for you and your team,” she said. “I’ve been working in this field for over 15 years, and I was nervous that the course would be too basic. The education provided is engaging and up to date. If you are looking for something to fine-tune your sex ed or you are just starting out, EDSE is the perfect choice.”
Doc Johnson Director of Sales Kerin De Francis added, “Walking in, I thought I knew my fair share, but Anne and her speakers opened my eyes to a lot — from being cognizant of my own judgments to how to be a better advocate for my fellow human beings. I think parents, teachers, just about anyone in any kind of authoritative position could really benefit from working with EDSE.”
Lion’s Den Digital Commerce Manager Ali Dunlap offered, “The experience and expertise that Anne and the other educators brought to the table was exactly what I needed to take the next step in becoming a better sexual health and wellness advocate. I really appreciated the care and consideration they took when addressing sensitive topics throughout the different segments of the course.”
The Summer 2023 program takes place June 3-4, 17-18 and 24-25, and has four open seats. The Fall 2023 program takes place Sept. 30-Oct. 1, Oct. 7-8 and Oct. 14-15, and has nine open seats. Private certifications are open to groups of 10 or more.
For more information about EDSE and its Sex Educator Certification program, visit the EDSE website or email hello@everyonedeservessexed.com.
