Course Description

2 Hours Human Trafficking: Identification and Response – Florida Nursing CE Course

Approved by Florida Board of Nursing | Course #20-1294363 | $19.99 | Instant Certificate

Florida nurses are required to complete 2 hours of continuing education on human trafficking for every license renewal. This course—approved by the Florida Board of Nursing—provides the training needed to identify, assess, and respond to human trafficking cases across clinical settings. You’ll learn how to screen patients, follow Florida’s legal mandates, and refer victims to appropriate services.

Offered by 1st Choice Continuing Education, this course is 100% online, self-paced, and mobile-friendly. Students can log in and out at any time and receive an instant certificate of completion when finished. While you complete the course on your schedule, we report your hours to the Florida Board of Nursing within 24 hours.

Have questions? Call or text us at 1-800-698-2770 — we’ve been serving Florida nurses for over 10 years and offer a money-back guarantee.

Course Highlights

✅ Approved by the Florida Board of Nursing - Course #20-1294363

✅ 2 CE credit hours - Human Trafficking (§787.06 F.S.)

✅ Required every Florida nursing renewal

✅ Counts toward Florida's 24-hour biennial CE total

✅ $19.99 with no hidden fees

✅ 100% online and self-paced

✅ Instant certificate of completion

✅ Hours reported to CE Broker within 24 hours

✅ Money-back guarantee

What This Course Covers

This 2-hour CE course is divided into two structured hours and provides Florida nurses with practical, up-to-date guidance for identifying and intervening in human trafficking situations.

Hour 1: Foundations of Human Trafficking in Healthcare

• Definitions and types of trafficking: labor, sex, and dual exploitation

• Florida and national statistics on prevalence and risk factors

• Legal overview including §787.06 Florida Statutes

• Identifying vulnerable populations and high-risk groups

• Clinical signs and behavioral red flags in patients

• Barriers to identification and the role of trauma-informed care​Course Outline

Hour 2: Nursing Roles and Response Protocols

• Screening and safety-sensitive assessment strategies

• Communication techniques using nonjudgmental, culturally appropriate approaches

• Florida nurse reporting requirements and referral process

• Multidisciplinary collaboration with law enforcement and victim services

• Florida-based and national resource directories

• Ethical and professional responsibilities for nurse responders​Course Outline

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is required for:

• Registered Nurses (RNs) in Florida

• Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)

• Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs)

• Any Florida nurse renewing their license who has not yet completed the human trafficking CE requirement

How Do I Renew My Florida Nursing License?

To stay licensed in Florida, nurses must:

1. Complete 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years

2. Include required courses such as:

   • 2 Hours – Florida Laws and Rules

   • 2 Hours – Medical Errors

   • 2 Hours – Human Trafficking

   • 2 Hours – Impairment in the Workplace (every other renewal)

   • 2 Hours – Domestic Violence (every third renewal)

3. Receive your instant certificate of completion

4. 1st Choice CE will report your CE hours to CE Broker within 24 hours

5. Renew your license at floridasnursing.gov

Looking for More Florida Nursing CE Courses?

At 1st Choice Continuing Education, we offer all of the required and elective CE courses approved by the Florida Board of Nursing. Whether you're completing your first renewal or your tenth, we have everything you need — all 100% online, self-paced, and instantly certified.

Related Courses / Other Courses You May Need

Need to complete more of your Florida 24-hour biennial CE? Pair this mandatory course with the other mandatory topics and electives below, or take the full 24-hour bundle.

• 24 Hour Florida RN/LPN Complete Nursing Renewal Bundle

• 2 Hours - Florida Laws and Rules Governing Nursing Practice

• 2 Hrs Prevention of Medical Errors - Florida Nursing

• 2 Hours - Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace for Florida Nurses

• 2 Hours Domestic Violence - Florida Nursing

• 2 Hours Ethics and Professional Responsibility in Nursing - Florida

• 2 Hours Effective Communication in Nursing - Florida

• 4 Hours Nursing Care for Patients with Diabetes - Florida

• 1 Hour HIV/AIDS - Florida Nursing

Support When You Need It

✅ Phone or text support: 1-800-698-2770. Spanish speakers welcome.

Questions about Florida nursing CE requirements, CE Broker reporting, or which mandatory topics apply this cycle? Call or text our team before you enroll and we will help.

Enroll Now

✅ Enroll today for just $19.99 - no hidden fees, CE Broker reporting included, money-back guarantee.

Click Enroll Now to begin your 2-hour Human Trafficking course. Complete at your own pace, get your instant certificate, and we report your hours to CE Broker within 24 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course approved by the Florida Board of Nursing?

Yes. The course is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing as Course #20-1294363 and satisfies Florida's mandatory 2-hour Human Trafficking requirement.

Does this satisfy a mandatory Florida nursing topic?

Yes. This 2-hour Human Trafficking course is required for all Florida RNs, LPNs, and APRNs each biennial renewal.

How much does the course cost?

The course is $19.99 with no hidden fees. CE Broker reporting is included and the course is backed by a money-back guarantee.

How many CE hours does Florida require?

Florida RNs, LPNs, and APRNs must complete 24 CE hours per 2-year biennial cycle. This Human Trafficking course is 2 of those 24 hours and is mandatory each renewal.

How is the course delivered?

The course is 100% online and self-paced. You can take it on a phone, tablet, or computer. Log in and out anytime - your progress is saved so you can resume right where you left off.

How quickly do I get my certificate?

You receive an instant certificate of completion as soon as you finish the course. You can download or print it immediately for your records.

When are my hours reported?

We report your completed hours to CE Broker (the Florida Board of Nursing's CE tracking system) within 24 hours of course completion.

What topics are covered?

Hour 1 covers types of trafficking, FL/national statistics, §787.06 F.S., vulnerable populations, clinical/behavioral red flags, and trauma-informed barriers to identification. Hour 2 covers screening and safety-sensitive assessment, communication techniques, Florida reporting/referral, multidisciplinary collaboration, resource directories, and ethical responsibilities.

Is there a money-back guarantee?

Yes. The course is backed by a money-back guarantee.

What if I need help during the course?

Call or text us at 1-800-698-2770 and a team member will help. Spanish speakers welcome.

Course Details

• Florida Board of Nursing Course: 20-1294363.
• 2 Hours Human Trafficking: Identification and Response for Florida Nurses .
• Instant Online Access.
• Study At Your Own Pace. Anytime.
• On Any Device. Phone, Tablet, or Computer.
• Hassle-Free Navigation. Easy to Follow.
• Instant certificate emailed upon completion.
• Credits reported to the Board w/in 24 Hrs.
• 1-800-698-2770 for any questions.