Self-Paced Online Course | AGD Subject Code 166 | 1 CEU

Human Trafficking Awareness for Dental & Healthcare Professionals is a self-paced online continuing education course designed specifically for dental and healthcare professionals. This course provides practical education on recognizing, responding to, and appropriately addressing potential human trafficking situations encountered within clinical and healthcare settings.

Participants will explore foundational concepts related to human trafficking, including risk factors, victim behaviors, physical and behavioral warning signs, documentation considerations, referral pathways, and reporting responsibilities. This course is designed to help dental and healthcare professionals strengthen awareness, improve patient safety, support ethical responsibilities, and respond appropriately to suspected trafficking situations within their communities.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:

• Define human trafficking and distinguish it from related forms of exploitation
• Identify major types of human trafficking, including sex and labor trafficking
• Recognize physical, behavioral, and environmental indicators of possible victimization
• Detect potential victims within dental and healthcare settings through observation and communication
• Understand appropriate documentation, referral, and reporting procedures
• Identify prevention strategies and available community and social service resources

Course Features

• Self-paced online access
• Interactive learning experience
• Optional narration available
• Instant certificate upon completion
• Accessible anytime, anywhere
• AGD National PACE Approved Provider
• Mobile-friendly online learning platform

Important Course Information

This course provides education related to human trafficking awareness, victim identification, ethical responsibilities, patient safety, reporting considerations, and community resource awareness relevant to dental and healthcare professionals.

• AGD Subject Code: 166
• Credit Hours: 1 CEU
• Format: Self-paced online course
• Estimated Completion Time: Approximately 1 hour

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is ideal for:

• Dentists
• Dental Hygienists
• Dental Assistants
• Office Managers
• Healthcare Professionals
• Dental Team Members
• Healthcare Team Members seeking continuing education related to human trafficking awareness

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course self-paced?

Yes. Participants may complete the course anytime, anywhere at their own pace.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes. Participants receive an instant certificate upon successful course completion.

Is narration included?

Yes. Optional narration is available throughout the course.

Will Dental Practice Resources report AGD credit?

Yes. If you are an AGD member, please email your AGD member number and order number to [email protected] and we will report your CE credit on your behalf.

Multi-User / Team Training Information

For group or office trainings, please email trainee information at checkout, including:

• Full Name
• Unique Email Address
• AGD Member Number (if applicable)

Each participant must have a unique email address for CE tracking and certificate generation.

Course Disclaimers

• No prerequisites required
• No financial conflict or commercial bias
• Includes post-course knowledge assessment and evaluation
• No refunds on digital purchases or downloadable products
• This course is for educational purposes only and does not replace legal, medical, or law enforcement responsibilities
• Access to course materials is limited to the duration of the course
• Upon completion, users will no longer have access to course modules or associated materials

Course Publication Information

• Original Release Date: January 5, 2026
• Review Date: January 5, 2027
• Expiration Date: January 19, 2028

Need Assistance?

For questions regarding course access, CE reporting, or team training setup, please contact:

[email protected]