Human Trafficking: Training for Healthcare Professionals (HUMAN TRAFFICKING)


This session will provide an in-depth overview of what human trafficking is, how to differentiate human trafficking from human smuggling and consensual commercial sex. In addition, the speaker will explain the scope of the problem, provide insight on how to recognize vulnerabilities, risk factors, and indicators. Finally, the speaker will provide detail on how healthcare providers can apply patient-centered interventions.

Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:

  1. Differentiate human trafficking from human smuggling and consensual commercial sex
  2. Recognize vulnerabilities, risk factors, and indicators of human trafficking
  3. Apply patient-centered interventions and strategies for healthcare provider

Statement of Accreditation
The Texas Osteopathic Medical Association (TOMA) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. TOMA designates is program for a maximum of 1.5 AOA Category 1-A credits and will report CME credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation in this activity.

Grievance Policy
All grievances may be directed to TOMA's Executive Director at toma@txosteo.org. All grievances will receive an initial response within 30 days of receipt.  If the participant does not receive a satisfactory response, they can submit a complaint to the Bureau of Osteopathic Education of the AOA at 142 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60611.