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The CSOT certification is for OT professionals who are ready to confidently and competently address sex and intimacy in clinical practice. You'll get AOTA-approved CEUs, a clinical toolkit you’ll use immediately, and access to an international network of other certified practitioners who aren’t afraid to talk about sex. This certification makes you a better OT.

Certified Sexuality Occupational
Therapist (CSOT) Certification

$449


4 self-paced CEU courses
1 live virtual CEU workshop
2 mock client interviews
6 AOTA-approved contact hours / 0.6 CEU
Instant entry to the CSOT Community
Directory listing once certified
CSOT credential
First access to pre-sale for the OT Sex Summit

The Institute for Sex, Intimacy & Occupational Therapy is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Provider ID# 11576. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA or indicate AOTA approval of a certification or other professional recognition.
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$119
CSOT Renewal & OT Sex Summit Ticket

The next CSOT Renewal Period is July 1–31, 2025.

By renewing your CSOT credential in July, you’ll:

  • Maintain your CSOT credential + Directory profile

  • Stay active in the CSOT Community

  • Get your ticket to the OT Sex Summit (November 8–9, 2025) included

Not sure if you need to renew this July?

If the date on your CSOT Certificate is on or before Dec 31, 2024, you need to renew July of 2025 and your OT Sex Summit ticket is covered!

If the date on your CSOT Certificate is on or after Jan 1, 2025, you do NOT need to renew. If you'd like to attend the 2025 OT Sex Summit, you'll have first access to pre-sale tickets when they go on sale this summer.

Missed the renewal period? Contact Kathryn → to ask about reinstatement options.

$139
2025 OT Sex Summit

The OT Sex Summit is a two-day, expert-led event happening November 8–9, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM EST each day. It includes:

  • Eight live webinars on cutting-edge topics in sexuality and OT

  • Small group breakout sessions by clinical specialty

  • Immediately applicable clinical strategies

  • Access to recordings for 60 days

Pre-sale Early Access: CSOT enrollment grants you early access to pre-sale tickets, before general admission opens

General Admission: Open to any and all OT/OTA clinicians, professors, and students.

CSOT Renewal: No need to purchase a ticket, your ticket is included in the renewal (a $139 value for $119!).

Tickets go on sale mid-Summer

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Free CEU Course

This is How We Do It: Sexuality & Occupational Therapy

This one-hour FREE introductory course is designed to enlighten occupational therapy professionals about the critical role of sexuality and intimacy in their practice. The course explores the integration of sexual health within occupational therapy, providing participants with foundational knowledge and practical approaches to enhance patient care.


✓ 1 AOTA-Approved Contact Hour (0.1 CEU)
✓ Pre-recorded, self-paced learning modules
✓ Comprehensive overview of OT’s role in sexuality and intimacy
✓ Certificate of Completion
✓ Expert instruction

The Institute for Sex, Intimacy & Occupational Therapy is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. PD activity approval ID# 0000001470. This Distance Learning - Independent activity is offered at .1/CEU/1 contact hour, introductory level, OT Service Delivery and Professional Issues. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
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1:1 Mentoring

$200.00
Personalized Mentorship with Dr. Kathryn Ellis

Not sure how to start talking about sex with clients? Building a presentation or curriculum? Pitching a new program to leadership?

Get personalized guidance with a 1:1 mentoring session led by Dr. Kathryn Ellis. Whether you need help with clinical interventions, ethics questions, curriculum design, or just figuring out how to talk to your boss—this is the space to ask, strategize, and plan.