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Can we enroll multiple supervisors?

Yes. You can purchase multiple seats at checkout and enroll all supervisors who need training.

Does the certificate expire?

Federal rules do not specify an expiration date, but many employers repeat supervisor training every 2–3 years as a best practice.

How long is the course?

The course provides a total of 120 minutes of instruction: 60 minutes on drugs and 60 minutes on alcohol.

Is it valid for DOT and FMCSA audits?

Yes. The training content and certificates are suitable for DOT and FMCSA compliance reviews.

Is this training required by DOT?

Yes. Supervisors of DOT-regulated safety-sensitive employees must receive at least 60 minutes of training on alcohol misuse and 60 minutes on controlled substances use focused on recognizing signs and symptoms that create reasonable suspicion.

Can I purchase for multiple DERs?

Yes. You can purchase multiple seats at checkout and enroll each DER separately. This pairs well
with your existing Supervisor Training Certification course.

How long does the course take?

Most DERs complete the course in approximately 90–120 minutes, depending on pace.

Is DER training required by DOT?

DOT rules require employers to ensure their program is compliant and that DERs understand the rules.
This course is designed to document that your DER has been formally trained.

Who is required to have a DER?

Every DOT-regulated employer must designate one or more individuals to act as the DER and manage
the employer’s testing program.

Is this the same as Supervisor Reasonable Suspicion Training?

No. Supervisor training focuses on recognizing drug and alcohol misuse. DER training focuses on
managing the entire DOT testing program, including ordering tests, handling results, and
maintaining records.

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