2025 Medical Review Officer Online Course with Live Discussion (Includes Digital Syllabus)-Tab 1: Course Introduction, Overview, How To Take This Course- Syllabus

Tab 1: Course Introduction, Overview, How To Take This Course- Syllabus

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The "Drug and Alcohol Testing and Medical Review Officer (MRO) 2024 Comprehensive Course" is designed to fulfill the MRO “Qualification Training” requirements set by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services and the U.S. Department of Transportation. The course structure includes both initial training and recertification processes as outlined by the Medical Review Officer Certification Council (MROCC).<br /><br />The faculty for this course include Anthony Costantino, PhD, a toxicology and laboratory consultant from Philadelphia; Douglas W. Martin, MD, FACOEM, a past president and former MRO Section Chair of the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, and an occupational medicine director from Dakota Dunes; and Donna Smith, PhD, EdD, a former director involved in drug enforcement and compliance, who now provides consultancy nationwide regarding substance abuse management. The course claims no commercial conflicts of interest.<br /><br />The course covers various topics essential for an MRO including drug testing basics, the prevalence and impact of substance use disorders in the U.S. workplace, rehabilitation and treatment, and the function of Substance Abuse Professionals (SAP) and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP). It also delves into specifics like urine specimen collection and forensic laboratory testing, toxicology of misused drugs, DOT drug and alcohol testing rules, alcohol testing, and new methods such as oral fluid and hair testing. <br /><br />Participants are guided through rigorous materials including a syllabus, faculty presentations, self-assessment questions, and are advised to study thoroughly to prepare for the MRO Certification Examination. This exam, governed by the MROCC and supported by founding organizations such as AAFP, ACOEM, AMA, ASAM, AACT, and CAP, is required by DHHS, DOT, and some states, and available online for both initial and recertification. Additional support is offered by the ACOEM Education Department and the MROCC if needed.

Keywords

MRO Qualification Training

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Substance Abuse Management

Medical Review Officer

DOT Testing Rules

Toxicology

Substance Use Disorders

Forensic Laboratory Testing

Certification Examination

Employee Assistance Programs