Human Trafficking Education for Healthcare Professionals

1 CEU for NJ Chiropractors and Chiropractors in States that Accept PACE

Course Description:

Recent studies show that over 80% of survivors sought medical care while being trafficked, but they were not identified. Physicians, Nurses, EMT’s, Social Workers, Dentists – all healthcare professionals – are in a great position to identify victims of violence if they have the proper training and resources.

This NJ Coalition Against Human Trafficking program will give some ideas about recognition by discussing some patient red flags, and how to employ a trauma informed response in the healthcare setting. It will provide an overview of what human trafficking is and isn’t, examples of how/where it occurs, the grooming process, and will explore online exploitation and sextortion.

Instructor: Patti Pfeifer, MA School Counseling, is a retired teacher with 36 years of experience. She is a member of the NJCAHT Operating Council Leadership Team, Speaker’s Bureau, Education Committee, Law Enforcement Committee and is an Outreach Committee Co-Chair. In 2024 she was awarded an NJCAHT Service Award for Excellence and Dedication. In her spare time Patti enjoys gardening, nature activities, quilting, her cats and reading.

CE Approvals: This course is approved through the NJ Board of Chiropractic Examiners because The Institute for Continuing Education is an Approved Sponsor/Provider. The Institute is also recognized by the PACE Program of the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards.

Requirements to attend a live webinar:

You will need a smartphone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer to view it. If using a smartphone or tablet, it is best to have the app for the program on your device (i.e.  Zoom).
To verify your continued attendance during the class, you will need a microphone,or the ability to type into the program’s live chat.
A webcam so the teacher can see you
Instructors or school personnel will take attendance periodically throughout the class.
Instructors may call on participants.
To verify attendance, a code word may be given sometime during the class.
You will be required to complete and return an evaluation after the course has ended. The evaluation may ask what code word was given.
You may not receive your Certificate of Completion if we cannot verify your attendance.

Certificates of Completion are emailed to students approximately 5 business days after the course.