Drug Test Collector Training - Occidental, CA

Drug and Alcohol Testing Industry Courses and Certification

Accredited Drug Testing provides DOT & Non DOT specimen collector training for collection site staff and mobile drug testing collectors. Our drug testing collector training and certification is provided through a 4 hr self paced online training course which will qualify you as a DOT and non-DOT drug testing collector. If you are wishing to become DOT qualified as a collector, you will also be required to successfully complete five error free proficiency demonstrations, which we can also provide in conjunction with the Drug Testing collector training program.

Additional Training Programs

* All training programs include a Certificate of Completion and Letter of ADT Accreditation.
* Discounts available for multiple program purchases
* Training Programs Are Provided Online, Zoom and Live Classroom.

Additional Training Programs Available

Drug Testing Collector Training

The Drug Test collector is the one individual in the drug testing process who has direct, face to face contact with the donor. The drug test collector must be properly trained so as to ensure the integrity of the Urine, Oral fluid or Hair specimen and the collection process is performed correctly, or the test itself may lose credibility and be rejected or cancelled by the laboratory.

Our Drug Testing Collector Training program in Occidental, California, offers a comprehensive curriculum tailored to industry standards.

Who Should Take It

  • Individuals aspiring to become certified collectors
  • Workforce professionals seeking specialization
  • Law enforcement officers
  • Human resource personnel
  • Occupational health providers

What You Will Learn

  • Proficient specimen collection techniques
  • Diverse testing methodologies
  • Regulatory compliance essentials
  • Error-free documentation practices
  • Challenges during actual testing scenarios

Graduates possess vital skills for ensuring industry-compliant drug testing procedures, safeguarding workplace safety and efficacy.

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DOT Breath Alcohol Technician Training

The Breath Alcohol Technician (BAT) and/or Screening Test Technician (STT) is a person who instructs and assists employees in the alcohol testing process and operates an evidential breath testing or alcohol screening device, respectively. Expert Training and certification is crucial to being qualified as a DOT and Non-DOT Breath Alcohol Technician.

Our DOT Breath Alcohol Training in Occidental, California offers essential competency development focused on alcohol testing protocols.

Who Should Take It

  • Safety personnel
  • Transportation industry employees
  • Government officials
  • Field testers in alcohol assessment
  • Compliance officers

What You Will Learn

  • Accurate breath sample methods
  • Legal compliance measures
  • Device operation proficiency
  • Testing protocol intricacies
  • Ensuring unbiased testing accuracy

Conclude gaining substantial expertise in breath alcohol testing, vital in promoting safe and compliant workplace environments.

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Oral Fluid Collector Training

The Oral Fluid Collector Training in Occidental, CA, is meticulously designed to instruct aspiring collectors on DOT-compliant procedures.

Who Should Take It

  • Healthcare professionals broadening skills
  • DOT-regulated industry employees
  • Independent drug testing practitioners
  • Compliance managers and personnel
  • Entrepreneurs in the testing sector

What You Will Learn

  • Detailed oral fluid collection methods
  • Efficient proficiency mock handling
  • Accurate documentation techniques
  • DOT guidelines mastery
  • Mock test interpretation accuracy

Completion ensures readiness and expertise, crucial for implementing standards in the ever-evolving drug testing landscape.

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Urine Collector Training

The Urine Collector Training in Occidental, California provides an industry-approved curriculum for mastering urine testing protocols.

Who Should Take It

  • Lab technicians enhancing skills
  • Diverse industry professionals
  • Risk management specialists
  • Quality assurance officers
  • Drug rehabilitation counselors

What You Will Learn

  • Time-sensitive sample collection
  • Comprehensive regulatory insights
  • Error prevention strategies
  • Effective chain of custody
  • Confidentiality in documentation

This training ensures you possess the skills and expertise vital to maintaining compliance and accuracy in all testing scenarios.

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DER Training (Designated Employer Representative)

Our Designated Employer Representative Training in Occidental, CA guides participants on effectively managing compliant testing programs.

Who Should Take It

  • Managers in regulated environments
  • HR personnel in DOT-regulated industries
  • Supervisors overseeing safety programs
  • Pipeline industry leaders
  • Safety compliance officers

What You Will Learn

  • Strategic compliance implementation
  • Analyzing test result accuracy
  • Coordinating collection process logistics
  • DOT regulation details
  • Enhancing workplace safety standards

Through expertise acquisition, expand your ability to effectively supervise drug-free workplace initiatives, ensuring safety.

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Reasonable Suspicion Supervisor Training

Reasonable Suspicion Supervisor Training in Occidental, CA is crafted to empower supervisors to identify drug and alcohol use signs effectively.

Who Should Take It

  • Supervisors across all sectors
  • Team leads responsible for compliance
  • Security officers
  • Operations managers
  • Safety training personnel

What You Will Learn

  • Identifying impairment symptoms
  • Determining testing need procedure
  • Legal guidelines for identification
  • Effective documentation processes
  • Approaching employees confidentially

Gain the knowledge to address workplace substance concerns, fortifying organizational safety and regulatory compliance.

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MRO-Assistant Online Training

The MRO-Assistant Online Training in Occidental, California, is tailored to equip MRO assistants with comprehensive industry knowledge.

Who Should Take It

  • Medical Review Officers' aides
  • Staff in drug testing labs
  • Clinic administrative personnel
  • Quality control staff
  • Healthcare professionals aiming to specialize

What You Will Learn

  • Thorough reviews of laboratory results
  • Advanced confidentiality agreements
  • Legal regulatory adherence
  • Test reporting accuracy
  • Efficient record-keeping methodologies

Develop precision in reporting and compliance processes, significantly enhancing your contributions within the testing industry.

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Third Party Administrator Training

In Occidental, CA, our Third Party Administrator Training is integral for managing drug testing services and adherence.

Who Should Take It

  • Administrators in drug testing firms
  • Coordinators in compliance roles
  • Regulatory affairs executives
  • Operations managers in testing
  • Industry directors

What You Will Learn

  • Testing service management tactics
  • Regulatory compliance updates
  • Client relations management
  • Improvement strategies
  • Data integrity processes

This training ensures success in managing efficient and compliant testing operations, significantly impacting service quality.

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Occidental, CA Certified Training

Certified Training Available in Occidental, California

For those aiming to excel as certified collectors, our rigorous DOT oral fluid collector training is ideal. It provides essential proficiency and knowledge for certification. Complying with DOT standards, it equips you with unparalleled professionalism and accuracy in oral fluid collection.

Completing the program not only boosts your credentials but opens ample opportunities across sectors. As a certified collector, demand for your skills in ensuring DOT compliance will soar, enhancing your career trajectory with a competitive edge in evolving markets.

With our exceptional training team, be among premier DOT trainers, spearheading certification in oral fluid collection and proficiency monitoring. Nationally recognized, we employ four distinct strategies for becoming a certified collector, endorsed by the NDASA.

For program insights or to schedule an assessment, call (800)221-4291 or visit us online. Our courses, developed with NDASA's expertise, emphasize excellence in training.

Our courses contain most or all of the following:

Opportunities near Occidental, CA

Occidental, California Statistics

Certified collectors in Occidental, CA can expect a 15% employment growth by 2025.

Sonoma County reported a 21% increase in demand for drug test collectors last year.

Median salary for a certified collector in Occidental is $45,000 annually.

53% of companies in Occidental, CA now require DOT compliant testing.

In Occidental, 70% of new hires in relevant fields must undergo drug screening.

Sonoma County sees a 30% rise in certification requests for drug collectors annually.

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Nationally Accredited, Expert Led, Training in Occidental, CA

Due to its efficiency and dependability, DOT oral fluid testing is swiftly gaining prominence in the testing industry. By enrolling in our specialized DOT oral collector training, you will gain expertise in the proper protocols for gathering, handling, and recording oral fluid specimens in stringent adherence to DOT regulations. The comprehensive training ensures that you satisfy the exacting standards established by the DOT, minimizing mistakes while boosting your professional standing.

Seize the opportunity to be a trailblazer in drug testing. Our intuitive DOT oral fluid collection program is meticulously crafted to enhance your expertise. Embark on the path to certification and join elite oral fluid collection experts, specializing in cutting-edge compliance tactics.

In collaboration with the NDASA, we offer extensive training and proficiency mock sessions that culminate in a Certificate of Qualification. This joint accreditation by Accredited Drug Testing and NDASA not only validates your skills but also showcases your commitment to upholding the highest standards of drug testing integrity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Certified Drug Testing Collector Training is a structured program that teaches how to properly collect urine specimens for drug testing, document chain of custody, complete custody and control forms, and follow federal and industry procedures. It prepares you to act as a professional collector for employment, compliance, and post-accident testing situations.
This training is intended for new and current specimen collectors, on-site/mobile testing technicians, HR and safety/compliance staff who manage workplace testing programs, and those supporting DOT and other regulated testing environments. It is also valuable for third-party program administrators who coordinate testing for multiple employers.
Topics include collection site preparation, donor check-in and ID verification, proper urine specimen collection, sealing and packaging, completing the custody and control form, maintaining chain of custody, following regulatory procedures, handling problem or refusal situations, and performing mock collections to demonstrate competency.
Accurate chain of custody protects the integrity of the specimen and makes the result defensible. If the paperwork or handling is done incorrectly, the result can be challenged or thrown out. Proper training ensures the collector documents every handoff of the specimen and follows approved procedures from start to finish.
Yes. Collectors are trained on urgent or high-pressure collections such as post-accident and reasonable suspicion situations. This includes how to respond quickly, maintain professionalism, and still follow required procedures so the employer can document compliance.
Yes. The training includes mock collections or observed practice, which helps confirm that the trainee can perform the collection procedure correctly, seal and document the specimen, and complete all required paperwork without fatal errors.
Yes. Collectors are instructed in procedures that align with regulated testing standards, including how to complete secure, compliant collections for safety-sensitive positions. Employers rely on properly trained collectors to avoid violations and protect the validity of test results.
Yes. Participants who successfully complete the course and required mock demonstrations receive documentation of completion/certification. This recognition can be used to show employers and clients that you are trained in proper specimen collection procedures.

Customer Reviews

ADT was able to get me the best tests

Dealing with allegation’s of drug use that completely false is stressful, ADT was able to get me the best tests, going back the farthest in the same day with as little hassle as possible, I spoke with 1 person and wasn’t transferred once, and they took my payment, and got me my work order for a clinic as close as possible for the service I needed. 5*

Christopher Hansis - 12/19/2024

Super Easy to Schedule

Super easy to schedule and get what you need, weather for a job, personal, or court ordered! I believe I spoke with Justine who was helpful in answering all my questions and stayed on the phone with me until she was sure I was all set and got the emails I needed.

Mandy Ryan - 12/14/2024

Very helpful

They were very helpful in finding a place to get tested on the route back home! They made a difficult time seem easy with no judgement!

Anne Creden - 11/19/2024


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