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Hair Specimen Collector Training

Certified Hair Specimen Collector Training

Professional Hair Collection Procedures That Meet Certified Laboratory Standards

Hair drug testing is widely used for pre-employment screening, court-ordered testing, treatment monitoring, and workplace programs due to its extended detection window and tamper-resistant collection process. Proper collection technique is essential to ensure specimen integrity and legally defensible results.

This Certified Hair Specimen Collector Training provides step-by-step instruction on correct hair specimen collection procedures aligned with industry best practices and certified laboratory requirements. Participants learn how to collect, handle, package, and document hair specimens to maintain chain-of-custody integrity and avoid collection errors that could compromise test results.

This course is designed for both new collectors and experienced professionals expanding into hair testing services.

What You Will Learn

  • Proper hair specimen collection techniques
  • How to measure and cut appropriate hair samples
  • Alternative collection sites when head hair is unavailable
  • Chain-of-custody documentation requirements
  • Correct packaging using specimen envelopes
  • Specimen security and integrity procedures
  • Donor identification and collection protocols
  • Common collection errors and how to prevent them
  • Professional and defensible collection practices

Why Proper Hair Collection Matters

  • Ensures accurate laboratory testing results
  • Prevents specimen rejection or recollection
  • Supports legally defensible outcomes
  • Maintains chain-of-custody integrity
  • Protects employer and program credibility
  • Builds professional collection standards

Who Should Take This Training

  • Drug testing collectors expanding services
  • Clinics and occupational health staff
  • Third Party Administrators (TPAs)
  • Mobile and on-site testing providers
  • Background screening companies
  • Court-ordered and treatment program collectors
  • HR and compliance professionals

Course Benefits

  • Expand your service offerings
  • Increase revenue opportunities
  • Provide tamper-resistant testing solutions
  • Strengthen professional credibility
  • Meet certified laboratory standards
  • Improve specimen acceptance rates
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$399.99

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What's Included

  • 100% online, self-paced training
  • Access from any computer, tablet, or phone
  • Expert-led course content
  • Knowledge checks to reinforce learning
  • Certificate of completion
  • Support from our training team

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