Bachelor Degree in Human Trafficking Studies

Introduction: This degree program provides a comprehensive understanding of human trafficking, including its historical context, legal frameworks, investigative techniques, victim care, and the role of faith-based and governmental organizations in combatting this crime. Students will engage in structured readings, discussions, case studies, research papers, and assessments to develop both theoretical and practical knowledge. The program consists of 60 credit hours, where one credit hour equals 15 hours of class time.  

  • Admission Requirements
  • To consider your application for admission, the following is to be understood and submitted.
  • Students must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • All materials must be in English or Spanish.
  • Submit your official application for admission online to info@cmmtheology.org
  Section 2: Program Evaluation  
  • Learning Outcomes
Degree Learning Outcomes
  1. Define and analyze different forms of human trafficking.
  2. Apply investigative and legal techniques to trafficking cases.
  3. Understand the psychological impact of trafficking on survivors.
  4. Evaluate faith-based and policy-driven interventions.
  5. Develop community-based strategies for prevention and survivor reintegration.
  6. Demonstrate research proficiency in human trafficking trends and legislation.
This degree provides a robust and academically rigorous approach to studying human trafficking while integrating theological, historical, and legal perspectives.                  
  • Curriculum Mapping
Degree Requirements-60 Credit Hours total Core Courses (Required - 36 Credit Hours) (Each course is 3 credit hours)
  • WJST-345: Human Trafficking – Introduction to the global issue of human trafficking, including definitions, types, and case studies.
  • WJST-444: Human Trafficking Investigations – Techniques for investigating human trafficking, including intelligence gathering and law enforcement collaboration.
  • WJST-445: Labor Trafficking – Focuses on forced labor, supply chain accountability, and labor exploitation.
  • WJST-435: Human Trafficking Survivor Care – Best practices for supporting survivors, including trauma-informed care and rehabilitation programs.
  • WJST-437: Human Trafficking and Collaborations – Examines the role of NGOs, law enforcement, and faith-based organizations in combating trafficking.
  • WJST-439: Human Trafficking Prevention – Strategies for preventing trafficking through awareness, education, and policy.
  • WJST-442: Faith-Based Response to Human Trafficking – The role of churches and faith communities in fighting human trafficking.
  • WJST-430: Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children – The impact of trafficking on minors and legal protections for children.
  • WJST-432: Sex Trafficking – Analyzes the intersection of prostitution, organized crime, and human trafficking.
  • WJST-434: Human Trafficking and Demand – Understanding the economic and societal forces driving human trafficking.
  • NEW: Ministering to Sex Workers – Faith-based approaches to engaging and supporting individuals in the commercial sex industry.
  • NEW: Human Trafficking During the Time of Christ – A historical analysis of slavery and trafficking in biblical times.
Elective Courses (Choose 8 Courses - 24 Credit Hours)
  • WJST-447: Human Trafficking and Smuggling of Migrants – Examines the distinction between trafficking and smuggling and its implications for law enforcement and policy.
  • NEW: The Challenges of Countering Human Trafficking in the Digital Era – Investigates how technology facilitates trafficking and how law enforcement combats it.
  • NEW: Trauma and Psychological Effects of Human Trafficking – Explores PTSD, dissociation, and other psychological impacts on survivors.
  • NEW: International Human Trafficking Policy and Law – A comparative analysis of international anti-trafficking laws and treaties.
  • NEW: Financial Crimes and Human Trafficking – Examines money laundering, illicit finance, and the economic dimensions of trafficking.
  • NEW: Human Trafficking and Social Media Exploitation – Discusses the role of social media in recruitment and exploitation.
  • NEW: Tactical Approaches to Rescuing Victims – Practical strategies for victim recovery and law enforcement operations.
  • NEW: Community Outreach and Advocacy in Human Trafficking Prevention – Strategies for grassroots mobilization and policy advocacy.
Program Schedule Each course consists of 3 credit hours, equating to 45 hours of class time per semester. The program can be completed in 4-5 years, depending on course load per semester. Sample Semester Schedule (15 Credit Hours per Semester) Semester 1
  • WJST-345: Human Trafficking
  • WJST-432: Sex Trafficking
  • WJST-445: Labor Trafficking
  • Elective 1
  • Elective 2
Semester 2
  • WJST-444: Human Trafficking Investigations
  • WJST-435: Human Trafficking Survivor Care
  • WJST-439: Human Trafficking Prevention
  • Elective 3
  • Elective 4
(Continue similar structure for subsequent semesters)  
  1. 3 Assessment Methods
Grading Breakdown
  • Discussion Posts: 15%
  • Short Papers & Case Studies: 20%
  • Midterm Research Paper: 20%
  • Grant Proposal: 10%
  • Final Exam: 15%
  • Capstone Paper: 20%

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