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Online collector training for DOT specimen collections, including: full course on Basic Training and Qualification training, as required by 49 CFR Part 40.This online training course covers in detail the rules and regulations pertaining to the Specimen Collector's role in the Department of Transportation drug testing process. DOT Specimen Collectors must receive "qualification training" in order to comply with the Federal regulations included in 49 CFR Part 40. This qualification training course includes the DOT-required information such as: (1) All steps necessary to complete a collection correctly and the proper completion and transmission of the CCF;   (2) “Problem” collections (e.g., situations like “shy bladder” and attempts to tamper with a specimen);   (3) Fatal flaws, correctable flaws, and how to correct problems in collections; and   (4) The collector's responsibility for maintaining the integrity of the collection process, ensuring the privacy of employees being tested, ensuring the security of the specimen, and avoiding conduct or statements that could be viewed as offensive or inappropriate. This extremely thorough course also includes a bonus module that gets the collector thinking by presenting challenging collection scenarios to engage the collector student's thought processes and build confidence in handling challenging real-world situations. Note: No online or self-study training program provides complete Collector training (or certification) as required by the Department of Transportation regulations. After completing this portion of the qualification training, the Collector must also demonstrate their proficiency in DOT collections by completing five (5) mock error-free collections under the observation of a qualified monitor. The monitor must monitor and evaluate the collector's performance and attest in writing that the collector's collections were error-free. A form is included in the course for you to properly document your five mock collections with your mentor after completion of this portion of the training. The DOT requires that Specimen Collectors repeat their training every five years -- both parts of qualification training: (1) Rules and regulations training along with training on proper collection procedures and documentation in all collection situations; (2) as well as the proficiency demonstration (5 mock collections). Bonus Module (#11): This module offers a study of several real life scenarios that a professional specimen collector may face in the field. This section offers 17 true-to-life situations that a collector might face in conducting DOT collections and allows the collector student the opportunity to engage in critical thinking to address these situations.  Read more

This combo-course includes the online Collector Procedures Course and entitles you to Register for a hands-on webcam proficiency training class. The student successfully completing both components is trained/certified to conduct DOT urine specimen collections for 5 years. Online collector training for DOT specimen collections, including: full course on Basic Training and Qualification training, as required by 49 CFR Part 40. This online training course covers in detail the rules and regulations pertaining to the Specimen Collector's role in the Department of Transportation drug testing process. DOT Specimen Collectors must receive "qualification training" in order to comply with the Federal regulations included in 49 CFR Part 40. This qualification training course includes the DOT-required information such as: (1) All steps necessary to complete a collection correctly and the proper completion and transmission of the CCF;   (2) “Problem” collections (e.g., situations like “shy bladder” and attempts to tamper with a specimen);   (3) Fatal flaws, correctable flaws, and how to correct problems in collections; and   (4) The collector's responsibility for maintaining the integrity of the collection process, ensuring the privacy of employees being tested, ensuring the security of the specimen, and avoiding conduct or statements that could be viewed as offensive or inappropriate. This extremely thorough course also includes a bonus module that gets the collector thinking by presenting challenging collection scenarios to engage the collector student's thought processes and build confidence in handling challenging real-world situations. Note: No online or self-study training program provides complete Collector training (or certification) as required by the Department of Transportation regulations. After completing this portion of the qualification training, the Collector must also demonstrate their proficiency in DOT collections by completing five (5) mock error-free collections under the observation of a qualified monitor. The monitor must monitor and evaluate the collector's performance and attest in writing that the collector's collections were error-free. A form is included in the course for you to properly document your five mock collections with your mentor after completion of this portion of the training. The DOT requires that Specimen Collectors repeat their training every five years -- both parts of qualification training: (1) Rules and regulations training along with training on proper collection procedures and documentation in all collection situations; (2) as well as the proficiency demonstration (5 mock collections). Bonus Module (#11): This module offers a study of several real life scenarios that a professional specimen collector may face in the field. This section offers 17 true-to-life situations that a collector might face in conducting DOT collections and allows the collector student the opportunity to engage in critical thinking to address these situations.   Read more

Pay Now to attend a webcam session with an Instructor for error-correction training. If a Collector makes a "fatal flaw" in the DOT Specimen collection process that causes a test to be cancelled, s/he must complete error-correction training with a qualified monitor/trainer within 30 days of being notified of the error; per 49 CFR Part 40.33 (f). After you pay the fee of $250.00, please contact us to schedule your webcam class/session, which is approximately 2-3 hours in length. You must have Federal forms, collection kits, and a mock partner to sit with you during the webcam training. The webcam session will cover the area(s) of regulations that the collector did not comply with that led to the Fatal Flaw; and you will be required to complete three (3) consecutive, error-free, and specific mock collections. [The mock collections will be (1) Uneventful, and (2 and 3) Related specifically to your error.] Important: You MUST complete your error-correction training within 30 days of being notified of your error that caused the cancelled test, or you are out of compliance with Federal Regulations/requirements.   After making payment, please email us the following at [email protected]: 1. What were the details of the error (fatal flaw)? 2. What date were you notified of the error?  (If possible, scan and email us a copy of your notice from the MRO or C/TPA.) Read more

This online course introduces the learner to the considerations necessary when opening a business that engages in Federal drug and alcohol testing.  An in-depth overview is provided regarding the many aspects of starting a drug and alcohol testing business, including: Creating a business entity Costs of starting this type of business Types of drug and/or alcohol testing businesses (mobile vs. bricks and mortar) Various types of testing (drug, alcohol, or both?  DOT vs. non-DOT) Training Requirements Collection site set-up Site requirements and security How to purchase the necessary (and compliant) equipment and supplies Setting up your laboratory account and lab requirements The proper forms that must be used for recording tests and collections Saliva testing vs. breath testing for alcohol Marketing and Customer Acquisition Pricing and Service Contracts Plus, much more! This course also includes several references and a FREE sample "Service Agreement", which may be used as a template with your own customers when selling them your services. Read more

Pay Now to attend a scheduled webcam proficiency class. The fee of $250.00 requires participation in a regularly-scheduled webcam class. [If a private webcam session is required, there is an additional fee of $100 per person . . . Please contact us if you need a private session.] Before attending a Proficiency Demonstration class, the Collector Student must complete the online Procedures training course. Click here for details regarding the online Procedures training. After making payment, you may choose a class date. The webcam class is 4-hours in length. This real-time webcam class covers the second component of DOT-required specimen collector training — the proficiency demonstration. After completing the online qualification (procedures) training course, the Collector (or Collector Instructor) student must demonstrate their proficiency in DOT collections by completing five (5) consecutive and specific mock collections. Federal Regulations require that the mock collections must be error-free and completed under the observation of a qualified Monitor/Collector Instructor. Students successfully completing both components of the training are awarded a Certificate documenting their proficiency in specimen collections for DOT drug testing. Certificates are valid for 5 years, by Federal Regulation. Important: Our Policy requires that collector students complete Certified Training Solutions' online Collector Procedures course (purchased separately) in advance of participating in the hands-on proficiency/mock collections webcam class. We do not accept procedures training from other training providers. Read more

This online Oral Fluid Collector training for DOT specimen collections and drug testing includes: Basic Training and Qualification training, as required by 49 CFR Part 40. This online training course covers in detail the rules and regulations pertaining to the Oral Fluid Specimen Collector's role in the Department of Transportation drug testing process. DOT Specimen Collectors must receive "qualification training" in order to comply with the Federal regulations included in 49 CFR Part 40. This qualification training course includes the DOT-required information such as: (1) All steps necessary to complete a collection correctly and the proper completion and transmission of the CCF;  (2) “Problem” collections (e.g., situations like “dry mouth” and attempts to tamper with a specimen);  (3) Fatal flaws, correctable flaws, and how to correct problems in collections; and  (4) The collector's responsibility for maintaining the integrity of the collection process, ensuring the privacy of employees being tested, ensuring the security of the specimen, and avoiding conduct or statements that could be viewed as offensive or inappropriate. Note: No online or self-study training program provides complete Collector training (or certification) as required by the Department of Transportation regulations. After completing this online, self-paced portion of the qualification training, the Collector must also demonstrate their proficiency in DOT oral fluid collections by completing five (5) mock error-free collections under the observation of a qualified monitor/instructor using the specific oral fluid collection device(s) they will use in the real world. The instructor must monitor and evaluate the collector's performance and attest in writing that the mock collections were error-free. A form is included in the course for you to properly document your five mock collections with your monitor after completion of this portion of the training. The DOT requires that Specimen Collectors repeat their training every five years -- both parts of qualification training: (1) Rules and regulations training along with training on proper collection procedures and documentation in all collection situations; (2) as well as the proficiency demonstration (5 mock collections). Bonus: This course contains several interactive role-plays/simulations that require the oral fluid collector student to make decisions in simulated real-world situations relating to oral fluid collection procedures. This allows the collector student the opportunity to engage in critical thinking to address various situations they may encounter in the field. Read more