About this course
Modern slavery happens in UK workplaces and supply chains. This short course helps staff recognise the signs of forced labour, servitude and human trafficking, and understand what to do when something does not look right.
It explains the Modern Slavery Act 2015, the duties it places on organisations, and the safe reporting routes available to employees.
What learners cover
- What modern slavery is and the forms it takes
- Key duties under the Modern Slavery Act 2015
- Indicators of forced labour and trafficking in the workplace and supply chain
- How to report concerns safely and who to report them to
- The role of employers in prevention and due diligence
Course content
The course is delivered in short, bite-size sections that learners can stop and restart at any point.
- Section 1
What modern slavery is
Forced labour, servitude, human trafficking and debt bondage, and how they appear in UK settings.
- Section 2
The law
The Modern Slavery Act 2015, transparency in supply chains and organisational responsibilities.
- Section 3
Spotting the signs
Physical, behavioural and situational indicators to look out for in colleagues, contractors and suppliers.
- Section 4
Taking action
Safe reporting routes, what not to do, and the support available to victims.
Who it is for
All employees, particularly those in recruitment, procurement, hospitality, care, logistics, construction and facilities management.
Entry requirements: None. Suitable for all staff.
How it is delivered
Fully online and self-paced
Learners work through the course at their own pace and can pause and resume where they left off.
Any device
Works on desktop, laptop, tablet and mobile, with audio, video and written transcripts throughout.
Interactive throughout
Scenarios, exercises and images keep learners engaged rather than clicking through slides.
Knowledge checks
Short checks at the end of each section so learners can see what has landed before moving on.
Average completion time is around 45 mins, though learners can take as long as they need and return as often as they like.
How it is assessed
Knowledge checks run throughout the course so learners can test understanding as they go. The course finishes with a multiple-choice assessment taken online at the end. Learners who do not pass first time can retake the assessment.
Certification
Learners receive a Highfield Online Training digital certificate as soon as they pass the end-of-course assessment. Certificates are downloadable straight away and can be saved to a CPD log or staff training record.
Refresher guidance: Most employers refresh this training every 12 months, or sooner if legislation, roles or workplace risks change.
How it works for teams
- 1. Choose how many licences you need and pay by card, or request an invoice.
- 2. Add your learners' names and email addresses.
- 3. We set them up on the course platform and they receive their login by email.
- 4. Track who has been set up from your account.