Section R. 338.2525 - Training standards for identifying victims of human trafficking; requirementsRule 25.
(1) Under section 16148 of the code, MCL 333.16148, the individual seeking licensure or that is licensed shall have completed training in identifying victims of human trafficking that satisfies the following standards: (a) Training content must cover all the following:(i) Understanding the types and venues of human trafficking in the United States.(ii) Identifying victims of human trafficking in healthcare settings.(iii) Identifying the warning signs of human trafficking in healthcare settings for adults and minors.(iv) Identifying resources for reporting the suspected victims of human trafficking.(b) Acceptable providers or methods of training include any of the following: (i) Training offered by a nationally-recognized or state-recognized, health-related organization.(ii) Training offered by, or in conjunction with, a state or federal agency.(iii) Training obtained in an educational program approved for initial licensure, or by a college or university.(iv) Reading an article related to the identification of victims of human trafficking that satisfies the requirements of subdivision (a) of this subrule and is published in a peer-reviewed journal, healthcare journal, or professional or scientific journal.(c) Acceptable modalities of training include any of the following: (i) Teleconference or webinar.(ii) Online presentation.(iv) Printed or electronic media.(2) The department may select and audit an individual and request documentation of proof of completion of training. If audited by the department, the individual shall provide an acceptable proof of completion of training, including either of the following: (a) Proof of completion certificate issued by the training provider that includes the date, provider name, name of training, and individual's name.(b) A self-certification statement by the individual. The certification statement must include the individual's name and 1 of the following: (i) For training completed under subrule (1)(b)(i) to (iii) of this rule, the date, training provider name, and name of training.(ii) For training completed under subrule (1)(b)(iv) of this rule, the title of the article, author, publication name of peer-reviewed journal, healthcare journal, or professional or scientific journal, and the date, volume, and issue of publication, as applicable.(3) Under section 16148 of the code, MCL 333.16148, the requirements specified in subrule (1) of this rule apply for license renewals beginning with the 2017 renewal cycle and for initial licenses issued after March 30, 2022.Mich. Admin. Code R. 338.2525
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