What Do I Need to Know About DOT Substance Abuse Professional Training?

Substance abuse is a very serious problem and has become an epidemic in parts of the country. There are many people that work in safety-sensitive jobs where substance use is not permitted. Most of these safety-sensitive employees will undergo random drug and/or alcohol testing. If an employee tests positive for substance use the DOT requires that they undergo evaluations with a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) in order to return to duty. To learn more about the SAP Process, the DOT regulations and mandated evaluations, click here.

The job of a SAP is important to public safety as it assists those who are employed by companies mandated by the Department of Transportation and perform safety-sensitive tasks, such as driving public transportation.

What are the Steps in Substance Abuse Professional Training?

The first thing to ask if you want to be a SAP is “What does a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) do?” A SAP is a clinician that evaluates employees that have violated DOT regulations by testing positive for drugs/alcohol and makes recommendations for treatment or education. A Substance Abuse Professional is an advocate for public safety and is qualified only after following the requirements published by the DOT.

In order to qualify for Substance Abuse Professional training, you must maintain a State license as a MD or DO, Psychologist, Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Employee Assistance Professional or Drug and Alcohol Counselor. If you are a Drug and Alcohol Counselor you also must maintain an International Certification through IC&RC, NAADAC or NBCC.

A DOT SAP training program and test must be completed and passed in order for you to become a qualified Substance Abuse Professional.

Substance Abuse Professional Training

There is a lot that goes into becoming a SAP. Since this position requires knowledge of DOT rules and regulations, it’s not something that should be taken lightly. For someone that has experience in working with a substance abuse population the DOT training and test should not be terribly daunting.

The training will help to prepare you for the exam. SRS has aligned themselves with an organization that has had their test validated by a test evaluation organization, click here to view information about SAP training & testing enrollment. This training will help you study, understand what it takes to become a Substance Abuse Professional and be effective in doing so. This is a position that is in demand and can make a difference in many lives.

Any Additional Questions on Substance Abuse Professional Training, Call SRS!

Don’t hesitate to contact SRS if you have questions or are not sure where to go to complete Substance Abuse Professional training.  Our experienced professionals can help you determine the training or testing that you need. Become a SAP provider in your area and partner with SRS today. To get in touch with SAP Referral Services, click here.

SAP Referral Services (SRS) is the leading facilitator for mandated substance abuse evaluations. SRS maintains an extensive network of qualified providers in more than 3,000 locations nationwide for testing violations that originate from any of the DOT’s modes including FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, USCG and PHMSA, or a company’s internal drug and alcohol testing policy.