Drug & Alcohol Specimen Collector: DOT-certified training
100% free training to become a certified specimen collector. Work in healthcare facilities, labs, and workplace testing programs. High demand across multiple sectors.
Program Overview
Become a certified Drug & Alcohol Specimen Collector and work in healthcare facilities, labs, and workplace testing programs. This specialized certification is in high demand across transportation, healthcare, and corporate sectors.
Our DOT-approved training meets all federal requirements for urine and breath alcohol specimen collection.
Quick Facts
- Duration:2-3 weeks
- Cost:$0 with funding
- Format:Hybrid (online + hands-on)
- Starting Pay:$16-$22/hour
- Certification:DOT-approved
Drug Collector Career Pathway
Eligibility & Career Alignment
Determine funding eligibility and select your career pathway.
Training & OJT
Complete occupational training with structured on-the-job learning.
Internship & Placement
Employer-hosted placement to support employment transition.
Elevate for Humanity delivers all training through a structured career pathway. Participants begin with an eligibility and career alignment phase, where funding eligibility is determined and program selection occurs. Once eligibility is confirmed, participants enter occupational training with structured on-the-job learning. Training is followed by an employer-hosted internship or work-based placement. Program enrollment, training, and placement are contingent upon eligibility, funding availability, and employer participation.
What You'll Learn
DOT Regulations
Federal requirements for drug and alcohol testing
Specimen Collection
Proper urine collection procedures and chain of custody
Breath Alcohol Testing
Operating evidential breath testing devices
Documentation
Accurate record-keeping and reporting
Quality Control
Maintaining specimen integrity and validity
Legal Compliance
Privacy laws and legal requirements
Career Opportunities
Work Settings
- • Medical Laboratories
- • Occupational Health Clinics
- • Mobile Collection Services
- • Corporate Testing Programs
- • Transportation Companies
- • Third-Party Administrators
Why This Career?
- • High demand across industries
- • Flexible scheduling options
- • Specialized, respected role
- • Opportunities for mobile work
- • Stable employment
- • Room for advancement
Credentials & Outcomes
Certificate of Completion issued by Elevate for Humanity Career & Technical Institute
Documents successful completion of the Drug & Alcohol Specimen Collector training program
Preparation for third-party industry certifications
Issued by the credentialing organization upon passing their exam:
- • DOT Urine Specimen Collector Certification
- • DOT Breath Alcohol Technician (BAT) Certification
- • Non-DOT Collection Certification
Workforce-aligned training for employment pathways
- • Drug & Alcohol Specimen Collector
- • Mobile Collection Technician
- • Occupational Health Technician
- • Laboratory Collection Specialist
Note: Third-party certifications and state licenses are issued by external credentialing bodies, not by Elevate for Humanity. Exam fees may apply separately.