The University of Florida College of Nursing is the first nursing college in the nation to partner with Nurses United Against Human Trafficking (NUAHT) to offer a specialized certificate in anti-human trafficking.
This groundbreaking program equips health care professionals with the tools and knowledge needed to recognize, respond to and help prevent human trafficking in clinical and community settings.
Human trafficking affects an estimated 27.6 million people worldwide (U.S. Department of State). Nurses are often the first line of defense in identifying and supporting victims. By completing this certificate, participants gain actionable training to recognize signs of trafficking, respond with trauma-informed care and connect individuals to resources.
About the Certificate
This certificate is delivered through NUAHT Anti-Human Trafficking Courses, designed specifically for nursing and health care providers. The curriculum covers:
- Human Trafficking 101–104: Foundations, clinical assessment, trauma-informed care and the intersections of trafficking with health systems, the opioid epidemic, homelessness and child welfare.
- Case Studies: Real-world scenarios led by NUAHT experts to build applied skills in identifying and supporting victims.
- Targeted Health Care Response: Practical decision tools, red-flag indicators and protocols for mandatory reporting, empowering health professionals to intervene effectively.
- The program includes video modules, clinical demonstrations, survivor-centered frameworks and downloadable tools to support immediate application in health care settings.
Program Rollout
- Phase 1 (Fall 2025): Current UF College of Nursing students, faculty and staff (free)
- Phase 2 (Spring 2026): Gator Nursing alumni, preceptors and UF Health nurses (free)
- Phase 3 (Fall 2026): Broader community and external entities, including other UF colleges and universities (fee-based)
Requirements
- Must be enrolled as a UF College of Nursing student, employed as faculty or staff, or be part of the designated participant groups during each phase of rollout.
- Completion of all assigned modules and assessments within the online training platform.
- Engagement in certificate content related to trauma-informed care, victim response, legal frameworks and interprofessional collaboration.
Upon completion, participants will receive a Certificate in Anti-Human Trafficking issued by the UF College of Nursing in partnership with NUAHT.
How to Enroll
Interested students, faculty and staff should contact Mirela Vasconcelos. Mirela will provide the registration link and additional instructions.
(Information for Phases 2 and 3 participants will be shared prior to each launch.)
Program Liaisons
For questions or guidance, please contact the appropriate liaison for your program or role:
Undergraduate Students:
Melissa A Brace
DNP/PhD Students:
Marcia K Johansson
RN-BSN Students:
Sharon M Bradley DNP, MSN, BSN, RN, CNL, CNE
Faculty:
Michael A Maymi DNP, APRN, CPNP-AC, CCRN, CNE
Staff: