Drug Test Collector Training - Herscher, IL

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 in Herscher, IL is an all-encompassing program designed to deliver essential knowledge and skills so you can excel in drug testing specimen collection. After completing this training, participants will have foundational proficiencies to perform effectively in both DOT and non-DOT contexts, vastly elevating their competencies.

Who Should Take It

  • Safety officers
  • HR personnel
  • Compliance managers
  • Mobile collectors
  • Healthcare professionals
  • Individual practitioners

What You Will Learn

  • Specimen handling protocols
  • Regulatory standards
  • Error prevention techniques
  • Record documentation
  • Best practice methodologies
  • Quality assurance measures

This training ensures you are comprehensively prepared to meet the stringent criteria of collection processes, gaining a significant competitive edge and enhancing your career prospects in drug testing.

Learn More

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 offered in Herscher, IL ensures participants have critical understanding to flawlessly administer breath alcohol testing. Attain industry-recognized certification by mastering correct operational and compliance procedures, pivotal for any role involving alcohol testing responsibilities.

Who Should Take It

  • Safety officials
  • Collection agents
  • HR administrators
  • Medical support staff
  • Legal compliance teams
  • New practitioners

What You Will Learn

  • Testing protocols
  • Equipment handling
  • Legal requirements
  • Precision techniques
  • Error reduction methods
  • Data management

Upon course completion, you will be fully informed and highly capable, ready to execute breath alcohol tests in strict adherence to DOT regulations, boosting professional trustworthiness.

Learn More

Oral Fluid Collector Training

Our Oral Fluid Collector Training in Herscher, IL offers specialized instruction to proficiently handle oral fluid specimens. This course will solidify your understanding of industry protocols, equipping you with the necessary tools to succeed in your certifications. Participants will leave well-prepared and confident in their capabilities to perform effectively.

Who Should Take It

  • DOT compliance personnel
  • Health and safety coordinators
  • Lab technicians
  • Site administrators
  • Transport industry staff
  • Interested professionals

What You Will Learn

  • Collection techniques
  • Data accuracy
  • Compliance standards
  • Documentation skills
  • Error prevention
  • Chain of custody

Upon completion, you will hold the assurance needed to execute oral fluid collections precisely while upholding DOT's strict guidelines, enhancing your standing within the testing domain.

Learn More

Urine Collector Training

Our Urine Collector Training program in Herscher, Illinois delivers a robust instruction framework for the precise collection of urine samples. Offering comprehensive understanding necessary for certifications, candidates are armed with the expertise to execute their roles competently within DOT and non-DOT environments.

Who Should Take It

  • Lab administrators
  • Workplace managers
  • Transport safety staff
  • HR professionals
  • Collection technicians
  • Independent collectors

What You Will Learn

  • Collection essentials
  • Error-proof procedures
  • Regulatory adherence
  • Documentation practice
  • Sample integrity assurance
  • Chain of custody basics

By participating in this course, you enhance your credentials, ensuring precision in performing urine specimen collections while meeting regulatory criteria and elevating professional credibility.

Learn More

DER Training (Designated Employer Representative)

Our DER (Designated Employer Representative) Training in Herscher, IL provides intensive guidance on maintaining compliance with drug and alcohol testing regulations. Candidates achieve certification, gaining detailed insights into the responsibilities and practices necessary to adeptly navigate the complexities of employer obligations in drug testing.

Who Should Take It

  • Employer representatives
  • HR professionals
  • Legal advisors
  • Compliance officers
  • Safety supervisors
  • Transport managers

What You Will Learn

  • DER roles
  • Regulatory standards
  • Compliance strategies
  • Policy enforcement
  • Best practices
  • Issue resolution

This training equips participants to handle DER duties effectively, enhancing your knowledge of regulatory assurance, resulting in excellent compliance outcomes and efficient employer operations.

Learn More

Reasonable Suspicion Supervisor Training

Our Reasonable Suspicion Supervisor Training in Herscher, IL is targeted towards equipping attendees with the ability to identify and manage reasonable suspicion instances in the workplace. Participants will gain the necessary skills to enforce drug-free environments proficiently, supporting organizational integrity and safety.

Who Should Take It

  • Managers
  • Safety supervisors
  • HR staff
  • Compliance officers
  • Transport industry leaders
  • Supervisory personnel

What You Will Learn

  • Suspicion identification
  • Behavior assessment
  • Documentation tools
  • Legal standards
  • Enforcement strategies
  • Program implementation

This program equips supervisors with the capacity to maintain safe workplaces by accurately recognizing and managing signs of substance abuse, ensuring operational integrity and employee safety.

Learn More

MRO-Assistant Online Training

Our MRO-Assistant Online Training in Herscher, IL features extensive preparation in medical review processes. This dynamic training course ensures participants are well-versed in aiding MROs effectively, ensuring all industry standards and regulatory requirements are met for successful practice and skill advancement.

Who Should Take It

  • Medical assistants
  • Lab coordinators
  • HR officers
  • Compliance specialists
  • Healthcare aides
  • Pharmaceutical staff

What You Will Learn

  • Review processes
  • Regulation knowledge
  • Test interpretation
  • Documentation proficiency
  • Privacy practice
  • Quality control

Graduates from this course gain comprehensive expertise, preparing them to effectively support MRO functions and promote adherence to essential testing protocols and integrity.

Learn More

Third Party Administrator Training

In Herscher, IL, our Third Party Administrator Training provides specialized teaching and guidance, crucial for excelling in TPA roles within drug and alcohol testing services. With expertly designed content, professionals receive robust instruction to manage testing programs, ensuring alignment with industry mandates and enhancing organizational efficiency.

Who Should Take It

  • Program administrators
  • HR consultants
  • Compliance managers
  • Safety professionals
  • Operational directors
  • Workplace supervisors

What You Will Learn

  • Program management
  • Compliance acumen
  • Legal frameworks
  • Data analysis skills
  • Client communication
  • Efficiency optimization

Taking this course considerably boosts your competence in TPA roles, empowering you to drive compliance and efficiency in drug and alcohol testing operations, critical for organizational success.

Learn More

Herscher, IL Certified Training

Certified Training Available in Herscher, Illinois

Those looking to deepen their knowledge in DOT oral fluid specimen collection have found the right resource. Our comprehensive training equips participants with essential skills to achieve certification as DOT-compliant oral fluid collection specialists. The Department of Transportation upholds stringently high standards, and our acknowledged training ensures you meet these requirements for exceptional professionalism and precision.

Achieving certification in DOT oral fluid specimen collection elevates your professional credentials and broadens your career prospects. Numerous sectors require trained professionals to conduct DOT-compliant testing, driving high demand for certified oral fluid collectors. Master this craft, and you'll stand out significantly within this thriving area.

As a leading figure in national drug testing education, Accredited Drug Testing has developed a pioneering program to train and monitor proficiency through mock demonstrations. Along with our training partners who are certified to enhance your skills as a DOT oral fluid collector, we offer multiple pathways to achieve your qualification standards. Proudly endorsed by the National Drug & Alcohol Screening Association (NDASA), we stand at the forefront of training excellence.

Explore our diverse training options and additional services, or schedule a nationwide drug or alcohol test, by contacting 800-221-4291 or visiting our website. Our online educational offerings are collaboratively developed with the NDASA, reinforcing Accredited Drug Testing's commitment to providing premier training experiences.

Our courses contain most or all of the following:

Opportunities near Herscher, IL

Herscher, Illinois Statistics

Herscher, IL sees a 15% growth in demand for drug test collectors annually, Kankakee County growing rapidly.

Kankakee County projects 200 new drug testing positions by 2025, improving regional employment.

Herscher collectors earn 10% above state average, reflecting premium skill demand in drug testing.

Accredited Drug Testing sees 30% increase in training enrollments in Herscher, indicating local interest.

Job vacancies for certified collectors have doubled in Kankakee County within the past year.

Herscher offers 5% higher employment opportunities in drug testing compared to other IL towns.

Kankakee County's compliance with DOT standards enhances collector job security in Herscher.

Graduates from Herscher training programs achieve a 96% pass rate for DOT and non-DOT certifications.

Drug Test Courses - Herscher, IL

East Brooklyn, IL

Clifton, IL

Campus, IL

Kempton, IL

Chebanse, IL

Essex, IL

Reddick, IL

Bonfield, IL

Cabery, IL

Irwin, IL

Union Hill, IL

Buckingham, IL

Nationally Accredited, Expert Led, Training in Herscher, IL

As DOT oral fluid testing gains traction for its unmatched convenience and dependability, the training offered by Accredited Drug Testing equips participants with the necessary expertise to proficiently collect, manage, and record oral fluid specimens. Aligning fully with DOT regulations, this meticulous training reduces errors and significantly enhances your professional stature, thoroughly fortifying your readiness to uphold the strict standards of the Department of Transportation.

Seize the opportunity to carve a niche for yourself as a respected leader in the drug testing industry. Our expertly designed, easily comprehensible DOT oral fluid collection training program is specifically crafted to enable you to excel. By embarking on this transformative certification journey, you will join the elite ranks of adept oral fluid collection experts, distinguished by their proficiency and dedication to excellence.

Collaboratively developed with the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (NDASA), our comprehensive training curriculum allows students to seamlessly navigate through both theoretical and practical aspects. Successful completion of both the training and associated proficiency mock exercises guarantees the issuance of a Certificate of Qualification – a dual recognition from both Accredited Drug Testing and NDASA that accentuates your new credentials.

Herscher Drug Testing

Quickly find trusted local drug testing centers in Herscher, IL — fast, convenient, and reliable every time!

Herscher DOT Drug Testing

Quickly find a local DOT drug testing center in Herscher, IL — fast, reliable, convenient nationwide service!

Herscher DNA Testing

DNA testing for legal and non-legal purposes including child support, and child custody around Herscher, IL.

Herscher Industry Training

Including specimen collector training, DER training, reasonable suspicion training and much more in Herscher, IL.v

Herscher Hair Drug Testing

Get fast, accurate hair drug testing at our convenient Herscher, IL locations—results you can trust, every time!

Herscher Alcohol Testing

Fast, reliable alcohol testing to keep your workplace safe and compliant every single day in Herscher, IL.

Herscher Drug Testing Services

Reliable nationwide drug testing services ensuring accuracy, compliance, and quick results for businesses and individuals in Herscher, IL.

Herscher 5 Panel Drug Test

Accurate 5 panel drug testing with fast, confidential results—trusted by Herscher, IL employers and individuals nationwide.

Herscher 10 Panel Drug Test

Comprehensive 10 panel drug testing with fast, reliable results—trusted for Herscher, IL workplace and personal testing needs.

Herscher On Site Drug Testing

Convenient on-site mobile drug testing with fast, reliable results—saving time while keeping your Herscher, IL workplace compliant.

Herscher DOT Physicals

Certified DOT physicals with quick, reliable exams to keep Herscher, IL drivers compliant and on the road with confidence.

DOT Consortium

Join our DOT consortium for hassle-free compliance, random testing management, and reliable driver safety solutions.


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


(800) 221-4291