Certified Human Trafficking Investigator (CHTI) Exam

Police Officers, Detectives, and Federal Agents seeking advanced training in identifying, investigating, and disrupting human trafficking operations.

Special Victims Unit (SVU) personnel, task force members, and criminal investigators responsible for handling trafficking, exploitation, and victim-based crimes.

Intelligence and cybercrime analysts focused on uncovering trafficking networks across digital platforms and illicit marketplaces with the U.S. Military.

Command staff and agency leaders aiming to standardize investigative practices and enhance organizational response to trafficking cases.

You work in a private investigation role

Private investigators typically operate independently or within private-sector firms, not in official law enforcement or government investigative capacities. This certification is reserved for those serving in official investigative or intelligence positions within law enforcement, military, or government agencies.

You’re employed by a non-profit organization

While many non-profits perform valuable community or advocacy work, they usually do not conduct criminal investigations or intelligence operations under governmental authority — which is the intended audience for this program.

You are a civilian without official law enforcement or military credentials

Civilians not affiliated with law enforcement, military, or intelligence agencies may not meet the operational or clearance requirements tied to this certification’s investigative focus.

You serve in an unpaid or volunteer capacity

Unpaid or volunteer roles (such as reserve, auxiliary, or community support positions) typically do not perform investigative duties at the professional or classified level required for this certification.

You work part-time in a support or limited-duty role

Part-time employees often serve in administrative or non-operational positions that may not meet the full-time investigative experience standard this certification expects.

You hold an administrative or clerical position

Administrative, HR, or support staff roles are essential but do not engage directly in investigative, intelligence, or enforcement operations — which are the focus of this certification’s training outcomes.

You serve as a Human Trafficking Advocate

Advocates play a critical role in victim support and resource coordination; however, these positions are advocacy-focused rather than investigative or intelligence-based. This certification is specifically designed for professionals conducting criminal investigations or intelligence operations within law enforcement or government agencies.