The purpose of this course is to teach Michigan Healthcare Professionals to recognize and respond appropriately to the signs and behaviors that may be associated with human trafficking, in health centers and in other contexts. Includes information about the types of human trafficking, contexts, victims, criminals, reports and legal actions. Meets Human Trafficking Training Requirements in Michigan according to: MCL 333.16148.
Intended Audience
Michigan health professionals who must take Human Trafficking training pursuant to MCL 333.16148 for renewal or initial licensure. This is a one time training, however some health professions require ongoing continuing education regarding Human Trafficking. See your profession's administrative rules. Professions include, but are not limited to:
Acupuncture
Athletic Trainer
Audiologist
Behavior Analysts
Chiropractic
Counseling
Dentistry
Genetic Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapy
Massage Therapy
Medicine
Midwifery
Nursing
Nursing Home Administrator
Occupational Therapy
Optometry
Osteopathic Medicine & Surgery
Pharmacy
Physical Therapy
Physician Assistant
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery
Psychology
Respiratory Care
Sanitarian
Social Worker
Speech-Language Pathology
Learning Objectives
Understand the types, venues, and dynamics of human trafficking in the United States and Michigan
Describe the impacts of human trafficking in the United States and Michigan
Recognize risk factors, warning signs, and indicators of human trafficking that may be observed in adults and minors in healthcare settings
List assessment tools that can be used to identify human trafficking victims
Discuss the importance of using a trauma-informed approach when screening victims of human trafficking
Describe mandated reporter obligations and resources for reporting suspected human trafficking in Michigan
Identify resources for legal and social services available to victims of human trafficking in Michigan