Protecting Vulnerable Populations: Human Trafficking Identification for Health Professionals
Course: #9648Level: Introductory 1 Hour 66 ReviewsParticipants will explore the various types and venues of human trafficking in the United States, learn to recognize warning signs in healthcare settings for both adults and minors, and become familiar with resources for reporting suspected cases.
This course equips occupational therapy practitioners with knowledge to support victims of human trafficking pursuant to MCL 333.16148.
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Course Type: Video
CEUs/Hours Offered: AOTA/0.1 Introductory, Foundational Knowledge, 14295; CE Broker/1.0 CE Broker #20-1338758; CE Broker Provider #50-14558; IACET/0.1; NBCOT PDUs/1.25 Beginner, Education And/or Research
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Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to describe the different types and venues of human trafficking prevalent in the United States.
- After this course, participants will be able to explain the warning signs and indicators of human trafficking in healthcare settings for both adult and minor victims.
- After this course, participants will be able to identify appropriate resources and protocols for reporting suspected human trafficking cases.
Course created on October 30, 2025
Agenda
| 0-5 Minutes | Introduction |
| 5-10 Minutes | Definitions |
| 10-15 Minutes | Prevalence |
| 15-25 Minutes | Risk Factors |
| 25-45 Minutes | Indicators and Signs |
| 45-55 Minutes | Resources and Summary |
| 55-60 Minutes | Summary; Q&A |
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66 ReviewsPresented By

Sophie Nathenson
PhD
Sophie Nathenson is a Medical Sociologist, professor, and consultant based in Portland, Oregon. She is the founder and Director of the Bachelor's of Science in Population Health Management program and faculty in the Masters of Science in Allied Health program at Oregon Tech. She is also the owner of Widespread Wellness Consulting, providing career mentorship and education for individuals and groups working on promoting social, physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing.
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Financial disclosures: Dr. Sophie Nathenson, Ph.D, received an honorarium for presenting this course. Sophie Nathenson is the founder and Director of the Population Health Management BS Program and the Population Health Management Research Center at Oregon Tech. She is also the owner of Widespread Wellness Consulting, providing career mentorship and education for individuals and groups working on promoting social, physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Non-financial disclosures: Sophie Nathenson has no relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.
Sponsor Disclosure: This Course is presented by OccupationalTherapy.com, a Continued site.
Content Disclosure: This learning event does not focus exclusively on any specific product or service.
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