Human Trafficking Roundtable Training

Human trafficking is a hidden crime that thrives on secrecy and control. Victims are often afraid to seek help and may not realize they're being exploited. As a mandated reporter, your vigilance can make the difference between a life of exploitation and a chance at freedom. For All Seasons’ Center for Learning is pleased to offer this free online training for mandated reporters. It is expected that all mandated reporters in the five Mid-Shore counties complete this approximately 2-hour course to ensure they are fully knowledgeable about their duties under the law.

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a certificate of completion noting 2 contact hours. Participating clinicians will receive 2 Category II CEUs, issued by For All Seasons, Inc., an approved continuing education provider for Maryland Social Workers and Professional Counselors. Credit hours are pending for other disciplines. Additionally, participants will earn a "Partner in Human Trafficking Awareness" badge (shown above), which can be displayed on LinkedIn, email signature lines, or other professional platforms.

We encourage you to register yourself and your team/department for the course using the form below. Your dedication to identifying and reporting suspected trafficking plays an essential role in keeping vulnerable children safe. For All Seasons is here to support you in this process and ensure that all children receive the services and care they need.

Mandated reporters who complete this course will:

Understand the definitions and distinctions between sex trafficking and labor trafficking, including the legal criteria under Maryland law.
Begin to identify behavioral, physical, and environmental red flags that may indicate a person is a victim of human trafficking, and apply this knowledge in real-world scenarios.
Recognize the particularly vulnerable groups most at risk for human trafficking, and understand the specific factors that contribute to their vulnerability.
Gain foundational knowledge of Maryland’s human trafficking laws, including key statutes, recent legislative updates, and the legal obligations of mandated reporters.
More effectively collaborate with Regional Navigator agencies to ensure a coordinated response to suspected cases of human trafficking.
Report suspected cases of human trafficking to For All Seasons using the appropriate channels, providing detailed and accurate information while maintaining confidentiality and respecting the privacy of victims.
Apply trauma-informed, victim-centered approaches when interacting with suspected victims, ensuring their safety and dignity throughout the reporting and investigative process.
Understand the procedures for reporting anonymously, as well as the potential limitations and legal protections associated with anonymous reporting.
Access resources and support from For All Seasons to manage the emotional and psychological impact of dealing with human trafficking cases, including risks of vicarious trauma and burnout.

This course is self-paced and takes an estimated two hours to complete.