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PG Diploma in Clinical Sexology & Counselling WNHO Institute of Sexology, Pune Programme Overview The PG Diploma in Clinical Sexology & Counselling at WNHO Institute of Sexology is a structured, evidence-based postgraduate professional programme designed to train healthcare professionals in the scientific assessment, diagnosis, counselling, and management of sexual health and psychosexual disorders. The programme integrates modern sexual medicine, psychosexual counselling, preventive sexual health, and ethical clinical practice, enabling participants to deliver competent, confidential, and patient-centric sexual health services. ________________________________________ Programme Objectives The programme aims to: • Develop scientific understanding of human sexuality, sexual physiology, and psychosexual development • Train participants in clinical evaluation and diagnosis of sexual dysfunctions • Build professional competence in sexual counselling, relationship counselling, and marital therapy • Promote ethical, legal, and culturally sensitive practice in sexual medicine • Enable holistic management using medical, psychological, lifestyle, and preventive approaches ________________________________________ Curriculum Highlights The curriculum is comprehensive and practice-oriented, covering: • Human Sexual Anatomy & Physiology • Sexual Development, Orientation, and Identity • Male and Female Sexual Dysfunctions • Psychosexual Disorders and Paraphilic Disorders • Sexual Health Counselling Techniques • Relationship, Marital, and Couple Counselling • Sexual Problems across Life Stages • Sexual Health in Chronic Medical Conditions • STI Awareness, Sexual Wellness & Preventive Care • Ethical, Legal, and Professional Guidelines in Sexology • Case History Taking, Diagnosis, and Treatment Planning ________________________________________ Teaching Methodology The programme follows a blended learning and skill-based approach: • Expert-led lectures and interactive sessions • Clinical case discussions and case-based learning • Practical counselling demonstrations and role-plays • Supervised clinical exposure (where applicable) • Assignments, assessments, and project work ________________________________________ Eligibility The programme is open to: • Registered Medical Practitioners (MBBS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, etc.) • Psychologists and Counsellors • Healthcare professionals with relevant qualifications (subject to institute approval) ________________________________________ Career Scope & Professional Outcomes On successful completion, participants may: • Practice as a Clinical Sexologist / Sexual Health Counsellor • Integrate sexology services into existing clinical practice • Work with hospitals, clinics, wellness centres, and counselling practices • Provide marital, relationship, and sexual health counselling • Participate in sexual health education and awareness programmes ________________________________________ Certification Participants will be awarded a Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical Sexology & Counselling from WNHO Institute of Sexology, Pune, under WNHO Health Care (Government-recognised Startup), subject to successful completion of academic and assessment requirements. ________________________________________ Ethical Commitment WNHO Institute of Sexology maintains strict adherence to: • Patient confidentiality and professional ethics • Evidence-based medical practice • Respect for cultural, social, and individual sensitivities • Responsible and ethical sexual health education