Thank you for your interest in the Certified Sex Coach training program here at Sex Coach U! Prospective students often have the same questions about our programs and our application process, so we’ve answered the most commonly asked questions here.

At Sex Coach U, we offer various program paths, each designed to suit different learning preferences and career goals. Here’s a concise breakdown of our main program options and their costs:

Fast-Track Certified Sex Coach™ Program: This is a self-paced program designed for those who prefer flexibility. The total tuition for this program is $4,997. Payment plans are available, allowing you to spread the cost over the duration of the program.

Mastery Path: This comprehensive program includes live sessions and interactive components, priced at $10,997. Payment plan options are also available for this path, providing a manageable approach to budgeting for your education.

Business of Sexuality Specialists (BOSS): Ideal for those looking to enhance their entrepreneurial skills, this program can be taken standalone or alongside the other paths, priced at $4,997.

Additional Costs:

Required Materials: Students must purchase books and videos for each course. The total cost for these materials is generally under $300 USD. To help offset this expense, we provide a $75 Amazon gift card upon enrollment to purchase the three main required textbooks.

SAR Training: All students must complete a Sexual Attitude Reassessment (SAR) training prior to graduation. Costs for SAR vary depending on the provider but are essential for a comprehensive understanding of sexual attitudes and behaviors. At SCU, we assist students in selecting the best SAR training that meets our rigorous standards, is cost-effective, and fits within their schedules. We also offer virtual SAR options twice a year. 

ASPEX Training: Though not mandatory for certification, attending the ASPEX training is highly recommended for deepening your learning and personal development. This residential retreat’s cost varies based on location and includes accommodations, meals, and local travel. Note that students are responsible for their flights and any additional housing costs before or after the retreat.

For detailed information on what each program includes and the specific features of each, please visit our Program Options page. You can also learn more about the unique opportunities offered by SAR and ASPEX training on their respective information pages linked on our website.

You must be over 21 years of age to apply to the SCU Certified Sex Coach™ training program. Though, to be honest, it’s rare that we accept someone that young into the program, as it’s vital to have some life experience and maturity to draw on to become a Certified Sex Coach.

That said, we are looking for bright, energetic go-getters who are devoted to making the world a more sex-positive place through helping others achieve their optimal sexual wellness. There are no educational or employment prerequisites, though a history of doing something in the field of sexuality is a plus. This can be as simple as being the person everyone you know turns to for sex advice or as complex as being an MD who specializes in urology or gynecology — or anyone in between!

Ideal candidates for Sex Coach U have a background in therapeutic training, or experience in the pleasure products industry, adult entertainment, bodywork (sexological or other), sex education, life coaching, counseling, nursing, Tantra or other sacred sexuality modalities.

Career changers with prior college education and/or work or business experience are also ideal candidates. SCU is a complete training program, so it is entirely possible to transition from other, completely unrelated careers by achieving the knowledge and skills required to become a competent sex coach.

What you need, above all, is passion, dedication, self-discipline, motivation, and patience. You need a willingness to dive deep into your own psyche and work through and heal from your own sexual wounds. And you need to be open to new ideas and to the diversity of human sexual expression.

You will be challenged by this material, and you may even be triggered. You will need to have a reliable and effective support system in place and know how to self-soothe and regulate your emotional responses.

Finally, you need to be able to self-fund the tuition. If you do not have a consistent, reliable source of income that can cover your tuition payments AND your regular living expenses, then you are not a good candidate for the program at this time.

On the application, we’re specifically looking for people to fully answer our questions. One word and one line responses will not suffice. You need to show us who you are. Be authentic and demonstrate your enthusiasm. Answer our written questions thoroughly and from the heart in order to be seriously considered for enrollment.

Students are accepted into Sex Coach U on a case-by-case basis, and not everyone who applies is accepted. To enroll in the program, you must complete a two-part application process:

1. Written Application: Begin by submitting a detailed written application. This allows us to understand your background, your motivations for becoming a sex coach, and how you envision your future in the field.
2. Live Application Interview: If your written application meets our criteria, you will be invited to participate in a live Application Interview, conducted via Zoom. This step further assesses your suitability for the program and gives you a chance to ask any questions you may have.

Applications are accepted during short open enrollment periods, typically occurring twice per year—during Spring and Fall. Due to the limited number of seats in each enrollment cycle and the high demand, we encourage prospective students to act quickly when these periods open.

Join the Interest List to be notified of the next enrollment period and secure your place in our program.

Partial scholarships are awarded on the Mastery Path on a very limited basis. These need-based scholarships bring the tuition down 50%, therefore recipients must be able to cover the other 50% of the total tuition. Usually only one scholarship is awarded during each enrollment period, for an applicant in any of the following categories:

1. Someone who identifies as Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Color residing in the United States
2. Someone who identifies as Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Color residing outside of the United States
3. Someone with a documented disability or other special circumstance
4. Someone residing in Poland (for our special Dunlap Memorial Poland Award)

These scholarships are only available to exceptional candidates who:

• Can justify an extreme financial need,
• Can provide evidence of their ability to pay 50% of the regular tuition, in monthly installments,
• Can demonstrate their passion for this work

Our enrollment team uses their discretion during each enrollment period to identify potential scholarship candidates. Those candidates will be given the opportunity to submit an additional questionnaire verifying their eligibility. The enrollment team will review all candidates and award scholarships toward the end of each enrollment period.

Graduating from this training gives you the title of Certified Sex Coach™, and upon graduation, you may add the initials “CSC” behind your name.

When you graduate, you qualify for instant eligibility to join the American Board of Sexology (ABS), and the Association of Somatic and Integrative Sexologists (ASIS). 

SCU graduates with a prior Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field are eligible to apply for the PhD in Clinical Sexology program at IICS (International Institute for Clinical Sexology), an accredited U.S. school based in Florida. Our program is the equivalent of a Master’s degree!

As Sex Coach U operates globally with students and graduates in over 80 countries. We take great pride in our status as an organizational member of the World Association of Sexual Health (WAS). When representing your affiliation with WAS on your personal website, LinkedIn profile, or other professional materials, you may use the following wording: “Alumni of Sex Coach U, an Organizational Member of the World Association for Sexual Health (WAS).” Additionally, through your connection with Sex Coach U, an Organizational Member of WAS, you are eligible to join WAS as an individual member at a reduced annual rate of $50.

At Sex Coach U, the duration to earn your certification varies depending on the pathway you choose:

• Fast-Track Certified Sex Coach™ Program: This self-paced program allows up to 12 months for completion. It is ideal for learners who prefer flexibility and can progress through the coursework independently.
• Mastery Path: Students enrolled in the Mastery Path have up to 18 months to complete their training. This pathway includes live sessions and interactive components that require more time due to the depth of engagement and learning opportunities provided.

Certification Requirements for All Paths:

• SAR Training: Certification also requires the completion of an SCU-approved SAR (Sexual Attitude Reassessment) training, which is essential for developing a comprehensive understanding of various sexual attitudes and issues.
• Tuition Payment: All tuition fees must be paid in full before you are eligible to graduate and receive your certification. This structure ensures that all graduates have thoroughly absorbed the coursework and met all the professional standards required to excel as Certified Sex Coaches.

This framework is designed to accommodate different learning paces and schedules, ensuring that each student can maximize their learning experience while meeting all necessary professional standards.

Many prospective students ask if our program meets the requirements for certification through the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT).​

As of Jan 1, 2021, AASECT CEs are no longer provided through Sex Coach U. AASECT certification is restricted to United States citizens. However, Sex Coach U is a global organization with students and graduates in over 80 countries and counting.

Therefore, we are proud to be recognized as an organizational member of the World Association of Sexual Health (WAS). As an enrolled student or graduate, you become a member of this incredible international organization under our membership umbrella.

You may still apply for AASECT certification, but you’ll need to consult them about their requirements and whether or not your studies at Sex Coach U will qualify. We do not guarantee AASECT certification will be granted as a result of completion of the Certified Sex Coach™ training program.

AASECT certification is awarded on a case-by-case basis, according to a candidate’s background and whether they meet the highly-rigorous AASECT criteria. Learn more here.

SAR takes place at different times during the year, in different locations around the USA and internationally. Each training is offered by an SCU-approved SAR provider or another recommended trainer. Past locations have included San Francisco, Phoenix, Warsaw, Poland, Berlin, Germany, Amsterdam, Netherlands, and Prague, Czech Republic.

In-person SARs were suspended for much of the Covid-19 pandemic. As a result, the Sex Coach U team developed an effective virtual SAR and is now offering that to SCU students twice a year. The fee for the SCU Virtual SAR is not included in your tuition.

Learn more about this unique training here.

No, your previous SAR training will count if completed within the past three years of your application. You will need to send your SAR completion certificate and a write-up on your SAR experience for submission to your student advisor. While you do not need to complete another to earn your certification, you may choose to take another to refresh your training.

The Certified Sex Coach™ program is a complete training program, providing you with all the skills and tools you’ll need to work and build a business as a competent sex coach. You do not need any further training after graduation in order practice as a Certified Sex Coach™.

That said, many of our students choose to take further training. Many have gone on to earn credentials in complementary fields like sociology, psychology, marriage and family therapy, counselling, GSRD therapy, or public health. Others choose to train in sexological bodywork, sacred sexuality, trauma therapy, or other holistic fields. 

We highly recommend students continue to invest in their professional development after graduation to keep up with the latest developments in sexology and sexual health. 

All students choose different paths, and it depends on the career goals and preferences of each student.

SCU has a policy on working as a Sex Coach In Training, which you can view here.

In summary, SCU was created in order to provide the gold standard in sex coach training. We feel students are not ready to take clients through the full sex coaching process until they have completed their training and have passed their live practicum demonstration. This policy is to protect both students and clients from potential harm.

However, we acknowledge that many students who come to SCU already have prior training and experience in healing and therapeutic modalities and are already working with clients. 

We encourage students to start building their business, their online presence, and their professional network as soon as possible. There are many ways to do this without taking clients through the sex coaching process, which you can read more about here.

Student advisors will assess whether their students are ready to work as a sex coach before graduation and will make the final decision. 

No – sex coaching is a derivative of the field of sexology, not coaching. With Sex Coach U, you can be cross-certified with American Board of Sexology and the Association of Somatic and Integrative Sexologists in the UK.

Also, Sex Coach U is the only sex coach training organization that has been approved for organizational membership in the World Association for Sexual Health (WAS), a highly respected global organization dedicated to sexual health and wellness for all. All Sex Coach U students and graduates also enjoy membership benefits under our membership status.

We’re deeply committed to integrating trauma-informed principles into our training programs. Here’s how we’re actively working towards this goal:

Expert Collaboration: We regularly collaborate with leading experts in the field of trauma to ensure that our curriculum is comprehensive and sensitive to the needs of individuals who have experienced trauma. Their invaluable insights help us continuously refine and enhance our offerings.

Webinars on Trauma-Informed Care: We host informative webinars specifically focused on trauma-informed care. These sessions provide practical strategies and knowledge to better support individuals who have been impacted by trauma. We believe that ongoing education is crucial in fostering an environment of understanding and compassion.

Understanding Our Role: While our program primarily focuses on coaching and skill-building, we recognize the importance of acknowledging the complexities of trauma and the need for specialized therapeutic interventions. We emphasize the distinction between coaching and therapy and encourage our students to refer clients to appropriate professionals when necessary.

Creating Supportive Environments: Our overarching goal is to create inclusive and supportive environments where individuals feel safe and empowered to explore their sexuality. We continuously strive to improve our practices and welcome feedback from our community to ensure that we’re meeting the needs of all individuals, particularly those who have experienced trauma.