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Sexuality and Gender DiversityLaajuus (5 cr)

Code: 7S00GV65

Credits

5 op

Objectives

In this course, we deepen our understanding of gender and sexual diversity, sexual well-being, and how to support it.

Upon completing this course, the student will be able to:
• Analyze gender and sexual diversity in the everyday lives of clients and within society
• Address sexual diversity and acquire skills to enhance clients’ sexual well-being
• Examine the significance of gender in society, interpersonal relationships, and individual behavior

Content

• Concepts related to gender and sexuality
• Gender identity
• Sexual well-being and sexual rights
• Support and counseling services
• Assessment of gender-related impacts

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Student
• can describe phenomena related to goals, theory, and define fundamental concepts
• has not justified choices, solutions, or theoretical perspectives thoroughly; theoretical reasoning is straightforward

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Student
• can apply theory and concepts, and organize information in relation to each other
• can narrow down problems and tasks, as well as justify solutions and choices
• can evaluate matters and examine them from different perspectives

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Student
• can analyze information and actions, connecting them to a professional context
• can find improvement opportunities and justify various approaches and alternative solutions
• can creatively devise new solutions or combine existing ones