Non-DOT Hair Specimen Collector Training


Mock collections, initital training supplies, and scenario training are included in this course.

Non-DOT Hair Specimen Collector Training, created by subject matter expert and seasoned attorney specializing in drug-free workplaces, Andrew Easler, provides learners with the skills and knowledge necessary for proficient hair specimen collection in substance abuse detection and drug testing.

As a self-paced course that meets or exceeds state regulations, learners will understand best practices and legal requirements, providing an understanding of hair specimen collection procedures, including chain-of-custody requirements, the most common scenario a collector will encounter, and privacy issues for drug testing.

Learners will receive instant access after registration, enabling learners to start training immediately. The course takes approximately three hours to complete and offers an in-depth exploration of hair specimen collection practices.

The course's primary objective is to prepare learners to serve private employers, especially in contexts like pre-employment, reasonable suspicion drug testing, and substance abuse recovery centers. Learners will be provided the knowledge needed to conduct hair specimen testing, a highly effective tool for detecting long-term substance abuse, typically over the prior three months.

Participants will also be trained in the procedures and regulations of the four significant laboratories processing hair samples, ensuring their collection methods comply with industry and state standards. While it's essential to note that hair specimen collections are not regulated under the DOT, the training includes best practices for procedures and compliance relevant across various laboratories.

This training could particularly benefit:

  • Healthcare professionals seeking to expand their skill set.
  • HR professionals managing workplace drug testing policies.
  • Substance abuse recovery center staff.
  • Professionals seeking to start their own independent collection business.
  • Private employers interested in enhancing their pre-employment screening process.

Upon completing the course, hair specimen collectors will be awarded a downloadable certificate and provide documentation of proof of training. Collectors will also understand how to maintain proper chain-of-custody, and accurately complete drug testing forms to prevent critical errors in the testing process and mitigate potential lawsuits.

Non-DOT Hair Specimen Collector Training, devised by Andrew Easler, a subject matter expert and a seasoned attorney specializing in drug-free workplaces, offers a thorough understanding of hair specimen collection for substance abuse detection and drug testing. This course is designed to provide learners with the required proficiency for drug testing using hair specimens.

Hair drug testing is a highly effective tool for detecting long-term substance abuse, typically over the prior three months. It involves analyzing hair samples for illicit drugs, making it a go-to choice for employers and substance abuse professionals to maintain drug-free environments.

The self-paced course is crafted to exceed state regulations, providing learners with an understanding of the best practices and legal requirements for hair specimen collection, and covers vital procedures, including chain-of-custody requirements, common scenarios collectors may encounter, and privacy considerations for drug testing.

Immediately after registration, learners gain instant access to the course materials, allowing them to begin training without delay. The course, estimated to take approximately three hours, provides proficiency and understanding of hair specimen collection practices.

A key objective of the course is to prepare learners to serve various stakeholders. These include private employers for pre-employment, reasonable suspicion drug testing, and substance abuse recovery centers. Participants are trained in the procedures and regulations of the four major laboratories processing hair samples, ensuring their collection methods meet industry and state standards and mitigating potential fatal flaws in the testing process.

While it's important to remember that hair specimen collections are not regulated under the DOT, the course incorporates best practices for procedures and compliance relevant across various laboratories. This comprehensive training would particularly benefit:

  • Healthcare professionals looking to broaden their skills.
  • HR professionals tasked with managing workplace drug testing policies.
  • Staff members at substance abuse recovery centers.
  • Professionals aiming to launch their own independent collection business.
  • Private employers seeking to improve their pre-employment screening process.

Upon successfully completing the course, hair specimen collectors will learn to perform hair drug testing confidently and receive a downloadable certificate, which will serve as tangible proof of their training.

By the end of the Non-DOT Hair Specimen Collector Training, learners will be equipped to:

  • Execute hair specimen collections and testing according to the pertinent protocols for the testing modality, demonstrating their ability to adapt and respond to diverse collection scenarios. This will be evaluated based on their capacity to achieve a 100% proficiency in dynamic testing situations.

  • Comprehend and utilize industry-specific terms, indicating an understanding of the involved protocols. This will be assessed through an online quiz, where a 75% or higher score will denote proficiency.

  • Serve private employers and substance abuse recovery centers effectively by applying the knowledge gained in real-world drug testing situations.

  • Uphold chain-of-custody requirements and maintain privacy in drug testing, adhering to the best practices and legalities of the field.

  • Navigate the procedures and regulations of the four major laboratories processing hair samples, ensuring that their collection methods meet industry and state standards.

  • Successfully complete drug testing forms accurately, preventing critical errors in the testing process.

  • Earn a downloadable certificate upon course completion, which is tangible proof of their proficiency in hair specimen collection.

The objectives listed above are designed to facilitate learners' professional growth and enhance their career prospects in substance abuse detection and drug testing industry. 

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State Compliant

This course meets or exceeds the training requirements in all 50-states. However, in some instances additional licensing or permitting acquired through state agencies may be required prior to conducting Non-DOT tests.

 
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Created by Attorneys

This course and its supplemental resources were created and reviewed by our team of attorneys.  

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Live Customer Support

Students, managers and supervisors can contact us, chat with a us-based trainer to answer questions for the duration of the course by calling 1-888-390-5574, using our in-application live chat, or sending an email and we will respond within 60-minites during of regular business hours.

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Learn Anytime & Anywhere

Our courses only expire when you're finished with the course, this means that employees don’t feel rushed into “cramming” for a course only to forget the material a week later and therefore perform better in practice and make fewer mistakes than in traditional training environments.

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Credits Never Expire

Unused course credits never expire, so feel free to order bulk credits to receive maximum discounts.

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Instant Course Access

Employees receive instant course access right after registration or invitation sent by a training manager, or supervisor.

 
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3 Hours Of Learning

This course may take longer or shorter to complete depending on student pace, reading, and comprehension level.
 
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Downloadable Certificate

Same-day certificate issuance after completing a course, downloadable in PDF format & printable.

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Instant Manager Accounts

When a employer purchases two or more credits we will automatically create a manager account which can then be used to invite employee, keep all training certificates in one place that will help you stay compliant and well prepared for a audit conduct by the DOT.

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Volume Discounts

Volume discounts for credits are automatically applied during the checkout process. Did you know that course credits never expire so feel free to purchase credits in bulk.

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Approved for CE Credits

We are an Approved Education Provider with many human resources certification organizations, licensing bodies and regulatory agencies throughout the world and we offer continuing education credits (CE credits) with the majority of our courses.

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Additional Resources

Employers can purchase training and reference books which will assist students and supervisors in understanding the regulations involved for each applicable DOT sub agency including the FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, PHMSA and USCG.

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