Education & Social Work

Fachperson sexuelle Gesundheit

You advise people on sexuality and health

Fachperson sexuelle Gesundheit

01 · Overview

What this profession is about

You inform, advise, and support people on topics of sexual health and prevention.

You support people on their path to a positive and responsible approach to sexuality. In confidential talks and targeted workshops, you provide clear information on anatomy, contraception, and healthy relationships. You guide clients through sensitive decisions and train other professionals in prevention work. Your work strengthens mental and physical health across the population.

FieldEducation & Social Work
Education pathSpecialisation / Professional Function
IndustryConsulting
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02 · Salary

What you can earn

MedianCHF 100'000
CHF 48'632CHF 166'750
✓ Strong salary match
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Specialist Data Selection & Report. Based on 1,190 observations, updated 7 months ago.

Salary by experience

100k120kmedian 100k89k100k110k120k129k112k0-2 yrs3-5 yrs6-8 yrs9-11 yrs12-21 yrs21+ yrs
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ExperienceSalary (CHF)
0-2 yrsCHF 89'341
3-5 yrsCHF 100'000
6-8 yrsCHF 110'000
9-11 yrsCHF 120'000
12-21 yrsCHF 129'050
21+ yrsCHF 111'800

Salary trend

+17% over decade
90k95k100k105k90k97k100k105k2014-20162017-20192020-20222023-2025
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PeriodSalary (CHF)
2014-2016CHF 90'000
2017-2019CHF 97'146
2020-2022CHF 100'000
2023-2025CHF 105'000

Top earning cantons

  • Basel-StadtCHF 120'00076 obs.
  • ZugCHF 113'70016 obs.
  • BerneCHF 112'00072 obs.
  • St. GallenCHF 111'95214 obs.
  • ZurichCHF 106'350374 obs.
  • FribourgCHF 104'00017 obs.
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CantonSalaryObs.
Basel-StadtCHF 120'00076
ZugCHF 113'70016
BerneCHF 112'00072
St. GallenCHF 111'95214
ZurichCHF 106'350374
FribourgCHF 104'00017

Top paying industries

  • Chemicals / PharmaceuticalsCHF 114'45073 obs.
  • Transport / LogisticsCHF 110'00043 obs.
  • InsuranceCHF 110'00070 obs.
  • Banking / Financial institutionsCHF 107'100240 obs.
  • Industry variousCHF 107'10047 obs.
  • Medical TechnologyCHF 106'12520 obs.
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IndustrySalaryObs.
Chemicals / PharmaceuticalsCHF 114'45073
Transport / LogisticsCHF 110'00043
InsuranceCHF 110'00070
Banking / Financial institutionsCHF 107'100240
Industry variousCHF 107'10047
Medical TechnologyCHF 106'12520

03 · Pathway

How to enter and grow

Swiss training pathway available in the full profile

  • 🎓 Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) Sexuelle Gesundheit im Bildungs-, Gesundheits- und Sozialbereich; Fachtitel Fachperson sexuelle Gesundheit in Bildung und Beratung; Master of Arts in Sexologie; Diplom in Sexualpädagogik, Sexualtherapie oder Sexualität und Behinderung
  • 1 bis 3 Jahre, berufsbegleitend, abhängig von der gewählten Ausbildung

Official education path

The main path leads through a part-time master's program at a university of applied sciences or a specialized diploma.

Typical training path

Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) Sexuelle Gesundheit im Bildungs-, Gesundheits- und Sozialbereich; Fachtitel Fachperson sexuelle Gesundheit in Bildung und Beratung; Master of Arts in Sexologie; Diplom in Sexualpädagogik, Sexualtherapie oder Sexualität und Behinderung

Prerequisites

  • Federally recognized tertiary degree (e.g., Höhere Fachschule, Fachhochschule or University) in the social, health, or education sector
  • At least 3 years of professional experience in pedagogy and counseling

Requirements

  • Sociability
  • Communication skills
  • Empathy
  • Sense of responsibility

Where this can lead

Career changes are possible if you already have relevant training and professional experience.

04 · Skills & fit

What it takes

Required skills

  • Empathy
  • Communication
  • Responsibility
  • Teamwork

Personality fit

  • Swiss career path
  • Career transition
  • Professional growth

05 · Daily reality

What the work feels like

Typical day

You sit in a quiet consultation room and listen to a young person unsure about their sexual identity. You discuss next steps together. You make sure all information is clear and respectful.

  • You educate different groups on anatomy and contraception methods.
  • You hold confidential one-on-one or group talks on sexual health.
  • You support clients in developing a positive view of sexuality.
  • You help couples with sensitive relationship issues.
  • You train teachers and doctors in prevention work.
  • You design and lead projects on sexual education.
  • You evaluate your consultation practice and the team's work.

Working conditions

You work in specialized centers, hospitals, school health services, or youth organizations. Your workplace depends on whether you focus on advising or education.

Strengths

  • Empathy
  • Communication
  • Responsibility
  • Teamwork

Trade-offs

  • Emotional burden
  • Administrative workload
  • Flexibility

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