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Be a Voice Against Human Trafficking
The Anti-Human Trafficking Certificate provides a comprehensive overview of anti-trafficking efforts and promising practices. The courses are aligned with the 4 Ps model of Prevention, Protection, Prosecution and Partnership adopted by the U.S. Department of State’s Office to Combat and Monitor Trafficking in Persons – and includes a fifth “P:” Policy. Taught by practitioner-experts in the subject matter, these 13 courses provide professionals in all stages of their careers with knowledge to identify roles, promising practices, and skills for strengthening community efforts to combat all aspects of human trafficking and exploitation.
At Vanguard University, you will grow in your faith and expertise while building the community you need to succeed in your field. Our online programs are perfect for working adults who need flexibility and convenience from a college program. Here, you can complete your certificate fully online, with classes beginning every 8 weeks.
Career Outcomes
The Anti-Human Trafficking Certificate courses are designed to enhance understanding of human trafficking and exploitation issues within a variety of careers involving victim services, law enforcement, education and training, and missionary work. Many of our students are working in the anti-human trafficking field, or move on to work in the anti-human trafficking field.
Careers and fields that benefit from training in anti-human trafficking include:
- Law enforcement
- Education
- Social work
- Faith-based organizations
- Victims services
- School counseling
- Healthcare services
- Law
- Hospitality
- Agriculture
- Victim/legal advocacy
- Supply chain ethical management
What I learned deepened my understanding of anti-trafficking work, and I was able to help develop a specific ‘track’ for trafficking survivors when we opened a new community resource center here in El Salvador’s capital this past January. My professional language and understanding also was impacted and I have been involved in several groups working specifically against trafficking in El Salvador. I was able to contribute to a nationwide anti-trafficking campaign as well. As a missionary who is passionate to minister to survivors, I found myself managing a steep learning curve. Having access to this training online from El Salvador made a huge difference in the development and implementation of ministry for this population.
– Danielle Snyder
The AHT Certificate courses are designed for frontline responders of all types, members of the faith-based community and anyone who seeks a thorough, broad understanding of human trafficking and exploitation. Courses are instructed by expert practitioners who are currently working in the anti-trafficking field as law enforcement, social workers or aftercare services.
The 12-unit Anti-Human Trafficking Certificate includes choosing four of 13 courses. Two courses are required and provide the foundation for the certificate: Human Trafficking and Ethics & Human Trafficking. Students then choose two courses from the remaining 11 courses to complete their certificate requirements. Completion of this study program will provide both academic knowledge and pragmatic techniques for field practitioners.
| Sample Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| WJST-430 Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children | 3 Credits |
| WJST-432 Sex Trafficking | 3 Credits |
| WJST-435 Human Trafficking Survivor Care | 3 Credits |
| WJST-442 Faith-Based Responses to Human Trafficking | 3 Credits |
| WJST-444 Human Trafficking Investigations | 3 Credits |
At Vanguard University, you will experience personalized instruction paired with a strong spiritual foundation that fosters knowledge, cultivates character and deepens faith. Our Christian professor-mentors will prepare you to make meaningful contributions in your profession and community, equipping you to lead a Spirit-empowered life of Christ-centered leadership and service.
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