Human trafficking is a modern form of slavery involving the use of force, fraud, or coercion to induce an individual to perform labor or commercial sex acts. Trafficking happens all around us but without the proper training, it is difficult to recognize. An average person should receive human trafficking training to recognize the signs of exploitation, understand how traffickers operate, and report suspected cases safely. Because trafficking can happen anywhere, in any community, public awareness is a crucial tool for preventing this crime. This course teaches students about the phenomenon of human trafficking, how to recognize red flags and indicators associated with trafficking, and how to interact in a trauma-informed way with trafficked individuals if doing so is part of your job.
Number of Units: 3.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours
Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for professionals and students who are interested in learning how to identify possible human trafficking victims to end the cycle.
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Every professional development course offered by the University of San Diego’s Division of Professional & Continuing Education is taught by faculty members who possess a depth and breadth of academic and real-world professional experience.
Ami Carpenter, PhD
Associate Professor
An expert in Interethnic Conflict Resolution, Dr. Carpenter has worked on numerous initiatives as a mediator, facilitator, trainer and conflict resolution consultant. Her research includes the connection between transnational gangs and criminal networks in Central America and gang involvement in sex trafficking in San Diego County.
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