Sexuality of the elderly (5cr)

Evaluation scale

Pass/Fail

Objective

The purpose of the course: In this course you will learn how to promote the sexual health of older people. In the course you will also increase your awareness of the sexual rights of older people, safety, the meanings of age in the field of sexuality, and respect for the diversity of sexuality. Learning outcomes of the course:: -You understand the importance of sexuality and sexual health and its promotion from the perspective of the well-being of the elderly. - You know sexual rights and ethics and know how to promote them - You know the importance of aging to sexuality and the goals of promoting the sexual health of the elderly and know how to promote the sexual health of the elderly in working life. - You understand the diversity of the sexuality and gender of the elderly

Content

Come and strengthen your skills in promoting the sexual health of older people. The course will give you information and understanding of how you can support the sexual well-being and safety of older people. You will also get to know the sexual rights of older people and reflect on your own values ​​and attitudes. In this Study Course, you will familiarize yourself with the following themes: - Examining your own values and attitudes towards the sexuality of the elderly - The sexual rights and ethics of the elderly - Sexual health of the elderly and diversity of sexuality and gender - Sexual safety of the elderly - Challenges to sexuality brought by aging - Promoting the sexual well-being of the elderly - Skills for promoting the sexual health of the elderly

Location and time

E-learning in the spring semester 2026

Materials

Brusila P., Kero K., Piha J. & Räsänen M. (Toim.) Seksuaalilääketiede. Duodecim.

Teaching methods

E-learning: independent studying of the material, assignments, online discussions and tests, group assignments

Student workload

135h: 90h independent studying, 45h online discussions and group assignment