Recognizing and Responding to Human Trafficking in Texas, 2nd Edition
About the Course
This course focuses on an overview of human trafficking; how human trafficking occurs; ways to identify those who may be trafficked, including the health and mental health impact; response and safety protocols; and victim resources. It meets the one-hour Texas requirement for healthcare professionals.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course, the learner will be able to:
- Understand definitions that relate to human trafficking.
- Describe the types of human trafficking and dynamics of human trafficking in the United States.
- Describe identification and assessment strategies that can be utilized when working with potential trafficking victims.
- Discuss the importance of safety planning and protocols.
- Identify ways to respond and follow-up when encountering a potential trafficking victim, including resources for reporting suspected victims of human trafficking.
About the Author
Laura Palombi, PharmD, MPH, MAT, is an associate professor at the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy in Duluth. Her teaching, public health practice, and research focus on community engagement to address public health problems. Dr. Palombi has presented and published on the healthcare response to human trafficking for several years. Dr. Palombi would like to acknowledge and thank Anders E. Rasmussen (PharmD candidate), a fourth-year pharmacy student from the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy–Duluth campus, for their assistance on this update.
How to receive credit
- Read the entire course online or in print.
- After completion of the course, complete the final examination. A passing grade of 75% is required. Exam questions link content to learning outcomes as a method to enhance individualized learning and material retention.
- Provide required personal information and payment information.
- Complete the mandatory course evaluation.
- Print your Certificate of Completion.
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Disclaimer
The information provided in this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.
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