Professional Accreditation through the National Drug & Alcohol Screening Association (NDASA)

NDASA accreditation to a number of entities in our industry including Collection Sites, Third-Party Administrators, Designated Employer Representatives Substance Abuse Professionals and International Providers of Drug and Alcohol Testing Services. To obtain NDASA Accreditation, applicants must participate in a rigorous review process to determine whether the applicant’s services are in line with NDASA’s standards for excellence.  This process is led by NDASA’s Accreditation Review Committee of industry experts.

Those displaying the NDASA Accreditation certificate will be recognized as having a seal of approval from industry peers and experts demonstrating they are a trusted and reliable partner who is voluntarily subject to accreditation oversight audits and reviews.

NDASA Accreditation

Applicants must submit the completed packet which includes a comprehensive questionnaire and supporting documentation along with a $50 non-refundable application fee to the NDASA Executive Director. The applicant will have six (6) months from the requested date to complete the application packet. The Executive Director will verify that all required documents have been submitted and forward them to the Accreditation Review Committee. The remaining balance will be due before the applicant receives their accreditation certificate.

If you are seeking accreditation for your facility outside of the U.S., please use the International Application Form, found here: International Accreditation Packet.

For Collection Sites and Mobile Collectors

Collection Site/Mobile Collections Personnel operate in a complex environment requiring skills and knowledge in a variety of subject areas related to drug and alcohol testing management. For the purpose of Collection Site/Mobile Collections Personnel accreditation, NDASA requires certain competency skills and specialized knowledge.

The accreditation certificate is good for one (1) year from the date of approval and must be re-submitted annually.

Total fee: $200
Non-refundable application fee: $50.
Annual renewal fee: $95.

The Accreditation certificate is good for one (1) year from the date of approval and must be re-submitted annually.  Non-refundable application fee: $50. Balance due upon approval. Certificates will be issued upon completion of the questionnaire. Applicants are subject to internal compliance audit by a qualified individual on the Review Committee with the potential of revocation for egregious violations/non-compliance.

To begin the application for accreditation, download and submit the following documents: 

• Step1:    Pay Application Fee
• Step 2:  Complete the Collection Site/Personnel Code of Ethics Agreement
• Step 3:  Submit The Collection Site Application Questionnaire and Personnel Code of Ethics Agreement via the upload documents form

For Consortiums and Third Party Administrators

The C/TPA operates in a complex environment requiring skills and knowledge in a variety of subject areas related to drug and alcohol testing management. For the purpose of C/TPA accreditation, the competency skills and knowledge subject areas are divided into these categories:

• Regulatory issues
• Breath Alcohol Testing, Collections and Procedures
• Random Testing and Consortium Services
• Training, Development and Leadership
• Services and Product Offerings
• Ethical Standards, Integrity and Confidentiality

The TPA Accreditation certificate recipient is awarded an accompanying plaque. The Accreditation packet is valid for five (5) years from the date of approval and must be fully re-submitted every 5 years.

Total fee: $499
Non-refundable application fee: $50. (Balance of $449 due upon approval.)
Annual review fee: $50

Certificates and plaques will be dated for one year and require annual review each consecutive year to maintain accreditation compliance. Annual review fee is $50, which includes plaque and certificate update. If information remains the same as submitted with the original application, the applicant will only be required to attest that no changes have been made. Applicants are subject to internal compliance audit by a qualified individual on the Review Board with potential of revocation for egregious violations/non-compliance.

To begin the accreditation process, download and complete the following forms:

• Step1: Pay Application Fee
• Step 2: Complete the C/TPA Code of Ethics Agreement
• Step3: Submit the C/TPA Application Questionnaire and C/TPA Code of Ethics Agreement via the upload documents form

For Designated Employer Representatives

• Step1: Pay Application Fee
• Step2: Complete the DER Code of Ethics Agreement
• Step3: Submit the DER Application Questionnaire and the DER Code of Ethics Agreement via the upload documents form.

For Substance Abuse Professionals

The Accreditation is valid for five (5) years from the date of approval and must be fully re-submitted annually.  Total Fee:  $199.00.  Non-refundable fee of $50 due at application request, balance due upon approval.  Certificates will be dated for one (1) year and will require annual review each consecutive year to maintain accreditation at no additional charge.  If the information remains the same as the original application, the applicant will only be required to attest that no changes in SAP duties and responsibilities have been changed.  Applicants are subject to an internal compliance audit by a qualified individual on the Review Board with potential revocation for egregious violations/non-compliance. Click here to review the SAP Core Competencies.

 To begin the accreditation process, download and complete the following forms

• Step 1:  Pay Application Fee
• Step 2:  Complete the SAP Code of Ethics Agreement
• Step 3:  Complete the SAP Application Questionnaire and upload no the SAP Code of Ethics and SAP Questionnaire

For International Drug and Alcohol Testing Providers

The Accreditation is valid for three (3) years from the date of approval and must be fully re-submitted annually. Total Fee: $399.00. Non-refundable fee of $50 due at application request, balance due upon approval. Certificates will be dated for one (1) year and will require annual review each consecutive year to maintain accreditation at no additional charge. If the information remains the same as the original application, the applicant will only be required to attest that no changes for drug and alcohol testing services provided within the international community have been made. Applicants are subject to internal compliance audit by a qualified individual on the Review Board with potential revocation for egregious violations and/or non-compliance.

• Attestation of Truth in Statements
  • Satisfactorily completed Questionnaire
  • Applicable industry provider credentials (i.e., collectors, BATs, MROs, SAPs, etc)
  • Proof of Professional General and Liability Insurance (i.e., errors and omissions coverage)
  • Documentation of adherence to country-specific policies and procedures
  • Documentation of drug and alcohol testing industry

Details & Documentation

To begin the accreditation process download and complete the following forms:

• Step 1: Review Recommended Core Competencies
• Step 2: Complete the Application Form and Pay the Application Fee
• Step 3: Complete the International Member Code of Ethics 
• Step 4: Submit the International Member Questionnaire
• Step 5: Check that all required steps have been completed

For Industry Consultants

The Accreditation certificate is good for five (5) years from the date of approval and must be fully re-submitted every 5 years.  Total fee: $299.  Non-refundable application fee: $50. Balance of $249 due upon approval. Multiple individual applications, submitted simultaneously by employees of the same company may receive discounts. (This does not apply to contractor consultants for an organization.) Certificates will be dated for one year and require annual review each consecutive year to maintain accreditation compliance at no additional cost. If information remains the same as submitted with the original application, the applicant will only be required to attest that no changes have been made.  Applicants are subject to an internal compliance audit by a qualified individual on the Review Board with the potential of revocation for egregious violations/non-compliance. Click here to review the Consultants Core Competencies.

 To begin the accreditation process, download and complete the following forms

• Step 1:  Pay Application Fee
• Step 2:  Complete the Consultant Code of Ethics Agreement
• Step 3:  Complete the Consultant Application Questionnaire and upload the Industry Consultant Code of Ethics and Questionnaire

Next Steps

Click on the links for each step.

• Fill out the application questionnaire pertaining to your field.
• Complete the Code of Ethics Agreement for your field
• Pay your Application Fee
• Submit application materials to Executive Director Jo McGuire at jomcguire@ndasa.com
• Be prepared to provide supplemental documentation pertaining to your field:
  – Certificate of system randomness for C/TPA random management program
  – Collection Site agreement regarding qualifications
  – Auto Liability coverage for company-owned vehicle performing mobile collections
  – Proof of training or certification
  – Current MRO Certificate
  – Proof of General Liability Insurance
  – Proof of Errors and Omissions Insurance

NDASA Accredited

Congratulations to all of those who have successfully completed the accreditation process! You are now NDASA Accredited, having demonstrated the highest standards of professional excellence in the drug and alcohol testing industry.

LIST OF ACCREDITED INDIVIDUALS AND ORGANIZATIONS *

*As of 1/2024

DERs

• Tamisha Howard
• Samantha McNabb
• Leilani Tuinei
• Olivia Williams

International Providers

• Acropolis Medical Centre LTD
• Advantage Lab Services Ltd
• AVP Medical Centre
• Lab Medica Group
• Occupational Health Solutions Ltd.
• Premier Specialty Clinic
• Tricare Medical Centre Limited

NEW IN 2024!
NAADATP certification for TPAs

Nationally Accredited Administration of Drug & Alcohol Testing Programs (NAADATP) distinguish themselves for their proven commitment to high standards with strict compliance to federal regulations and industry best practices. NAADATP is the first and only national certification program that covers comprehensive industry accreditation with an ongoing educational requirement.

To become NAADATP certified, Third Party Administrators (TPAs) must demonstrate professional competency, inclusion of proper policies that protect client confidentiality, maintain accountability, provide excellent client services, continue adherence to the highest standards of professional conduct, and maintain appropriate insurance coverage. The NAADATP program requires an application, comprehensive course completion, and proof of 8 hours of relevant continuing education credit annually.

Acceptable NDASA Courses qualifying for NAADATP continuing education credits are:

• REQUIRED: Advanced TPA Program Management (4)
• Certified Third-Party Administrator Training (8)
• Attendance of NDASA Annual Conference (8)
• Certified Professional Collector Training (CPCT) and Exam (5)
• Certified DER Trainer (4)
• MRO-A, Staff Member/Team Member and Exam (4)
• Certified Reasonable Cause Trainer (3)
• Conflict Mitigation Training for Drug Screening Professionals (1)
• NDASA Educational Webinars that qualify for CEUs (1 each)
• Other industry-related, professional courses may be submitted for approval

The price for this designation is $599 every two years

For a full program description, click here.

For a fillable PDF application and questionnaire, click here.