2026 National Drug Screen Symposium & Comprehensive MRO Training and Certification Exam
November 13-15, 2026
Las Vegas, NV
We’re excited to announce a refreshed agenda for this year’s National Drug Testing Symposium, focusing on helping professionals elevate their drug-free workplace consulting and medical review expertise.
Invited Speakers
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AAMRO Training Faculty
Experts specializing in workplace drug testing and MRO practices.
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Federal Officials
Representatives from key regulatory bodies, including the FMCSA and the DOT's Office of Drug and Alcohol Policy and Compliance.
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Industry Leaders
Leading professionals and thought leaders from the drug testing and substance abuse fields.
CME Credits
This program has been reviewed and is acceptable for 21.75 prescribed credits by the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP).
Tentative Agenda
Day 1 Friday
Program: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Continental Breakfast: 7:30 AM
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Value of a Drug-Free Workplace
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Specimen Collection Procedures
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Oral Fluid as a Drug Testing Specimen
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The Value of Point-of-Collection Testing
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Hair as a Drug Testing Specimen
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Specimen Differentiation
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Handling of Decriminalized Marijuana (Non-Regulated Testing)
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DOT Update
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FMCSA Clearinghouse
Day 2 Saturday
Program: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Continental Breakfast: 7:30 AM
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Overview, Policies, and Framework of Workplace Drug Testing
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MRO Practices (Part 1)
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MRO Practices (Part 2)
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Alcohol Testing
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Toxicology – Laboratory
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Split Specimen & Problems in Drug Testing
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SAP Evaluation & Return-to-Duty Process
Day 3 Sunday
Program: 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Continental Breakfast: 7:30 AM
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Day in the Life of an MRO
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Technical Update, Legal Issues, and Risk Mitigation
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AAMRO Certification Exam
Registration & Fees
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AAMRO Comprehensive Course: $1,075
(Includes course materials and the official MRO Handbook)
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AAMRO Member Discounted Rate: $900
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Certification Exam: $525
Fees include:
Course materials, continental breakfast each day, and scheduled refreshment breaks.
Symposium Venue & Hotel Accommodations
Paris Las Vegas Hotel & Casino
3655 S Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Room Rate: $129
(877)603-4389
Group code: SPAMR6
Web link: https://book.passkey.com/go/SPAMR26
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