The American Board of Sexology is made up of a higher percentage of doctoral level Diplomates than the other organizations can boast. This is due to the nature of the organization. ABS is dedicated to providing quality assurance to the consumer and certifying and nurturing clinicians in the practice of sex therapy and sex counseling.
The Certified Sexologist certification is for the professional in the field of Sexology with a finishing degree (BA, BS, MS, Ph.D., Psy.D., Ed.D. etc..) in Sexology, Psychology, Psychotherapy, Sex Education or related, or a certificate in Sexology, Sex Coaching, Holistic, Somatic, Tantric, Sex Therapy or related sex therapist field, or practicing sexology within the capacity of a private practice, organization, corporation, college, school, or therapist setting.
The Apprentice in Sexology certification is designed for the student or new professional in the field of Sexology. It is a fantastic certification and proof of dedication to the field for those seeking employment by other psychology professionals, private practices, doctor offices, therapy counselor centers and psychotherapy type hospitals looking for specialized sexologists.
Apprentice members can be enrolled in a sexology program or school such as Loveology University, working toward a certificate or diploma.