Participants in this module professionalize and integrate their sexual therapeutic competencies according to Sexocorporel. They learn to conduct individually tailored Sexocorporel therapies even in complex and challenging situations. They refine their therapeutic work as well as their self-reflection and self-regulation as therapists.
Completion of Module 3: Advanced Training or the former Advanced Training Program is a prerequisite for participation, as is a sexological counseling practice and the ability to make video recordings of sessions. Successful completion is a prerequisite for applying for the title Clinical Sexology iSi.
The Expertise Module corresponds to the former Certification Program.
In addition to two Expertise Seminars, six two-day Expertise Workshops are conducted in fixed groups of 6 participants. One Expertise Seminar is conducted by ZISS; the second can be chosen from ZISS, isp Vienna or IfES.
The first seminar of the new Expertise Module begins on 11.02.2028. Expertise Workshops start on an ongoing basis as soon as a sufficient number of registrations have been received.
2 plenary seminars of 4 days each, one of which with freely chosen topics at an iSi-certified institute
6x2-day Expertise Workshops in fixed small groups
Total duration: 1 year
Graduates of the Expertise Module have integrated the physical and cognitive principles and practices of Sexocorporel and are able to independently conduct complete, individually tailored Sexocorporel therapies. They are also able to handle challenging sexual therapeutic situations and have developed a reflective approach to their own therapeutic behavior.
The two Expertise Seminars and six Expertise Workshops address concrete sexual therapeutic practice across all areas of sexuality, with a focus on their particular challenges. Particular emphasis is placed on the participants' personal development as therapists.
The Expertise Workshops focus on therapeutic fine-tuning and practical skills development, particularly in areas that typically present difficulties in sexual therapy. Participants refine their use of body interventions and exercises and work through complex therapeutic situations in role-plays.
In addition, participants deepen their self-reflection and self-regulation as therapists in the Expertise Workshops. Based on a video recording of a sexual therapy session, they reflect on their therapeutic resources and difficulties and formulate any concerns they may have.
To receive the certificate, participants demonstrate their ability to communicate knowledge and specific learning steps in a well-founded manner, as well as to respond to clients empathically and objectively while reflecting on and regulating themselves in the process. A case study (at least 10 sessions or a completed case) is also required for certification.
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All graduates who successfully complete the Expertise Module receive the ZISS Certificate of Completion in Clinical Sexology Sexocorporel as well as a corresponding certificate from the iSi.
For certification, attendance of at least 90% of the seminars is required, as well as a submitted case study (at least 10 sessions or a completed case) and a written reflection on a video recording of a therapy session.
Possible additional titles for graduates of the Expertise Module
1*) Diploma in Clinical Sexology iSi*
To obtain the title Clinical Sexologist iSi, additional criteria must be met in addition to completing the Sexocorporel iSi program (including several years of iSi membership, supervision and personal experiential work hours, and basic training in sexology or Supplementary Seminars 1 and 2). The current criteria for obtaining the title can be found here.
2) Accredited Sexocorporel Therapist on ziss.ch
Individuals who have successfully completed the Expertise Module and live or work in Switzerland may apply to be registered on www.ziss.ch as an accredited Sexocorporel Therapist, provided they meet the ZISS criteria.
Admission to the Expertise Module is decided by the program directors following an interview with the candidates.
Registration fee CHF 50 for participants from the euro area / CHF 100 for participants from Switzerland
1 Expertise Seminar + 6 Expertise Workshops: CHF 4000 for participants from the euro area / CHF 5000 for participants from Switzerland
Course materials and certificates are included in the fee. Payment can be made either per seminar or in annual installments.
Expertise Seminar 1
Seminarzentrum Sonnenstrahl
Sebastian-Kneipp-Strasse 1
88353 Kisslegg
Kisslegg can be reached by air (Friedrichshafen) and by train (direct connection).
Directions
Expertise Workshops
ZiSMed, Minervastrasse 99, 8032 Zurich
Expertise Seminar 1: 2028, date to be announced
Expertise Seminar 2: can be freely chosen.
Expertise Workshops (6 participants) start on an ongoing basis as soon as a sufficient number of registrations have been received (dates by arrangement). The workshops take place independently of the Expertise Seminar.
Registration and Questions
Form for questions and comments about the training
Registration form
These seminars supplement the Sexocorporel training at ZISS. They are intended for candidates seeking certification as clinical sexologists iSi as well as all other interested individuals. Each seminar takes place approximately every four years in Freiburg im Breisgau.
Seminar 1: Foundations of Sexual Medicine
This seminar will take place from 10.-12.09.27 in Freiburg i.Br.
Registration open
Seminar 2: Foundations of Sexology
This seminar provides social, psychological, and other foundational knowledge in sexology beyond the Sexocorporel training. The next date is expected to be in 2029. > more about the seminar
←︎ Module 1: Fundamentals ←︎ Module 2: Clinical ←︎ Module 3: Advanced Training