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Cedar & Crown Collector Academy — DOT Urine Specimen Collector Certification
Federal compliance training · 49 CFR Part 40 · Accepted by FMCSA, FRA, FAA, PHMSA employers
Other DOT collector courses charge $297–$497. Ours is $99.
One-time payment. Lifetime access.
Enroll Now — $99Start today — complete in one weekend
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Instant access after enrollment. No expiration.
What you get for $99 (one-time)
- 6 self-paced video modules (approx. 4 hours total)
- Federal CCF form walkthroughs with practice exercises
- Error avoidance reference guide (printable)
- Mock collection practice sequence
- Downloadable certificate of completion — employer-ready
- Bilingual support (English + Spanish)
- Lifetime access — return anytime for refreshers
- 30-day money-back guarantee
“Why $99 instead of $397: Because the people this work is most accessible to are the same people who can least afford a $500 course right now. We built this so the price isn’t the barrier. The work itself is the bar.”
Federally aligned. Lifetime access. Available in English and Spanish.
Course Modules
6 modulesStructured from regulatory foundations through real-world practice — everything a qualified DOT collector needs to know.
The Federal Framework
Understand exactly who DOT regulates, what 49 CFR Part 40 requires, and why employers can only use certified collectors — so you know your role carries real legal weight.
Specimen Collection Procedures
Follow the complete Part 40 collection sequence step by step: donor ID verification, restroom preparation, temperature strip reading, direct vs. observed collection, and split specimen packaging.
The Chain of Custody Form (CCF)
Complete every field on all five copies of the Federal CCF form without errors. You'll learn where each copy goes, what happens if a field is wrong, and how to make an authorized correction.
Observed Collections & Shy Bladder
Know exactly when direct observation is legally required — and what to do when a donor claims inability to provide a specimen. The 3-hour wait protocol, documentation, and refusal handling.
Error Avoidance & Fatal Flaws
Identify the 12 specific collector errors that can cancel or invalidate a collection — and the difference between a fatal flaw (uncorrectable) and a correctable flaw. Avoid liability from day one.
Employer Relationships & Mock Collection
Understand how collectors get hired by TPAs, C/TPAs, clinics, and employers. Complete a full mock collection for practice. Receive your certificate of completion — accepted by employers nationwide.
What you’ll be able to do
- Legally conduct federally-regulated urine collections under 49 CFR Part 40
- Identify and correct fatal flaws before they void a collection
- Set up your collection site and handle observed collections correctly
- Issue your first certificate-backed collection within days of passing
2–4 weeks
Collectors who complete this course report getting their first collection assignment within 2–4 weeks of enrolling.
49 CFR Part 40
Part 40 compliance: every procedure in this course aligns with the current 49 CFR Part 40 regulations.
Nationwide
Accepted by employers: TPAs, occupational health clinics, and fleet operators across the US hire collectors who hold this certificate.
What Students Are Saying
Real results from working adults who completed the course.
“I passed the SAMHSA mock collection on my first try. The modules walked me through every step — nothing was skipped or vague.”
Maria R.
Medical Assistant, Texas
“Took me a weekend. Certificate downloaded same day. My employer was satisfied with the credential and I was collecting within two weeks.”
James T.
HR Coordinator, Ohio
“I've worked in occupational health for years. This course filled gaps in my DOT knowledge that I didn't even know I had. Worth every dollar.”
Denise K.
Clinic Operations Manager, Arizona
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before enrolling.
Optional: Stay Connected
Your first 30 days of community access are included. After that, stay connected for $19/month.
- Active job board with employer postings
- Weekly Q&A with instructors
- Peer support from working collectors
- Curriculum updates as federal regulations change
It’s optional. Your course access is lifetime regardless.
$19/month
after your first 30 days free
Cancel anytime. No commitment.
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