Session 30 Transition to the Certification Phase of Training 150 Minutes Session 30 Transition to the Certification Phase of Training Revised: 04-16-2014 Drug Recognition Expert Course Transition to the Certification Phase of Training

Learning Objectives Demonstrate mastery of the knowledge and skills the course was intended to help develop Summarize the key topics covered Offer comments and suggestions for improving the course Receive assignments for Field Certification Training Understand the steps in the DRE certification process Briefly review the objectives, content and activities of this session. Upon successfully completing this session the participant will be able to: Demonstrate their mastery of the knowledge and skills the course was intended to help develop. Summarize the key topics covered. Offer comments and suggestions for improving the course. Receive assignments for Field Certification Training. Understand the steps involved in the DRE certification process. CONTENT SEGMENTS LEARNING ACTIVITIES A. Summary Participant-Led Presentations B. Post Test Participants’ Anonymous Critique of Course C. Session Wrap-Up Knowledge Examination D. Certification Process, Training Instructor-Led Presentation Assignments and Schedule E. Closing Remarks Revised: 04-16-2014 Drug Recognition Expert Course Transition to the Certification Phase of Training

The Seven Categories of Drugs CNS Depressants CNS Stimulants Hallucinogens Dissociative Anesthetics Narcotic Analgesics Inhalants Cannabis Summary The Seven Categories of Drugs Ask participants to name the seven categories. Make sure all categories are named, then reveal the bottom of the slide with the list. CNS Depressants CNS Stimulants Hallucinogens Dissociative Anesthetics Narcotic Analgesics Inhalants Cannabis Revised: 04-16-2014 Drug Recognition Expert Course Transition to the Certification Phase of Training

Drug Evaluation and Classification Procedure What are the components of the procedure? Breath Alcohol Test Interview of Arresting Officer Preliminary Examination Examinations of Eyes Divided Attention Tests The Drug Evaluation and Classification Procedure Ask participants to name the components of the procedure. Make sure all components are named, then reveal the bottom portion of the slide with the components listed. Breath Alcohol Test Interview of Arresting Officer Preliminary Examination Examinations of Eyes Divided Attention Tests Ask participants to discuss the kinds of evidence/ information gleaned from each component. 30-4 Revised: 04-16-2014 Drug Recognition Expert Course Transition to the Certification Phase of Training

Drug Evaluation and Classification Procedure What are the components of the procedure? Vital Signs Examinations Check for Muscle Tone Inspection for Injection Sites Statements and Observations Opinion of the Evaluator Toxicological Examination The Drug Evaluation and Classification Procedure Ask participants to name the components of the procedure. Make sure all components are named, then reveal the bottom portion of the slide with the components listed. Vital Signs Examinations Check for Muscle Tone Inspection for Injection Sites Statements and Observations Opinion of the Evaluator Toxicological Examination Ask participants to discuss the kinds of evidence/ information gleaned from each component. 30-5 Revised: 04-16-2014 Drug Recognition Expert Course Transition to the Certification Phase of Training

Major Signs and Symptoms CNS Depressants CNS Stimulants Hallucinogens Dissociative Anesthetics Narcotic Analgesics Inhalants Cannabis Major Signs and Symptoms Instruct participants to turn to the symptomatology chart in their manuals. Briefly summarize and review the major signs and symptoms associated with each drug category. Reveal each category one at a time and conduct the review. Solicit participants’ questions concerning the major content topics of the course. Inform the participants that the final exam in a “closed book” test. Instruct them to put all books and notes away. 30-6 Revised: 04-16-2014 Drug Recognition Expert Course Transition to the Certification Phase of Training

Knowledge Examination Post-Test Knowledge Examination Distribute post-test knowledge examinations. Allow students approximately 80 minutes to complete the knowledge examination. Collect the completed knowledge examination. Grade the knowledge exams Post-Test 30-7 Revised: 04-16-2014 Drug Recognition Expert Course Transition to the Certification Phase of Training

Critique Critique Form Session Wrap-Up Critique Hand-out critique forms to the participants for completion. 30-8 Revised: 04-16-2014 Drug Recognition Expert Course Transition to the Certification Phase of Training

The Three-Phases of Training for the DEC Program Certification involves three-phase training process: Phase I- Two-day (16-hour) Pre-school Phase II- Seven-day (56-hour) DRE School Phase III- Field Certifications (usually within 60 to 90 days, but not longer than six months following the completion of the classroom training) Certification Training Assignments and Schedule Remind the participants of the three phases of training needed to complete their certification process: Phase I - Pre-School Phase II - DRE School Phase III - Field Certifications Revised: 04-16-2014 Drug Recognition Expert Course Transition to the Certification Phase of Training

Field Evaluations Requirements 12 evaluations (minimum) 9 toxicology samples collected 7 positive (confirmed) toxicology samples from the lab 6 of the 12 evaluations conducted - YOU must be the evaluator 3 of the 7 drug categories must be encountered Evaluations must be witnessed and supervised by a DRE Instructor Review with the participants the IACP International Standards for DRE certification. IACP Standard 1.10 requires that the candidate DRE satisfactorily complete a minimum of twelve (12) evaluations, identifying subjects under the influence of at least three of the drug categories. All three must be supported by toxicology. The candidate DRE must also act as the evaluator for at least six evaluations. All evaluations, either administered or observed must be documented on the candidate’s rolling log. Candidate DREs need to have toxicology samples from at least nine (9) subjects evaluated during the certification process. The candidate DRE cannot be certified unless the opinion concerning the drug category(s) is supported by toxicology 75 percent of the time or in at least seven (7) of the nine samples submitted for certification. Field certification evaluations must be observed and supervised by a DRE instructor to count towards minimum certification requirements. The evaluation must be observed in its entirety and the instructor who observed the entire evaluation must sign-off on the observed evaluation Revised: 04-16-2014 Drug Recognition Expert Course Transition to the Certification Phase of Training

Field Certifications What’s needed for the Field Certification nights? DRE kits Certification Progress Log Your Participant Manual Your Rolling Log A prepared mind Field Certifications Remind the participants of what will be needed for the field certifications. Should include the following: DRE kits Certification Progress Log DRE Participant Manual Rolling Log A “prepared mind” Remind participants that DRE field certifications must be completed as soon as possible following completion of the classroom training. Remind the participants that by the time they have completed field certification(s), they shall have prepared a Curriculum Vitae (C.V.). Revised: 04-16-2014 Drug Recognition Expert Course Transition to the Certification Phase of Training

The Final Certification Knowledge Examination Standard 1.12…Prior to concluding field certification training, the candidate shall satisfactorily complete an approved “Certification Knowledge Examination” …The examination shall only be administered after the candidate has completed not less than three drug evaluations Standard 1.12…Prior to concluding field certification training, the candidate shall satisfactorily complete an approved “Certification Knowledge Examination” …The examination shall only be administered after the candidate has completed not less than three drug evaluations Revised: 04-16-2014 Drug Recognition Expert Course Transition to the Certification Phase of Training

The Final Certification Knowledge Examination A multi-part, comprehensive examination No significant errors or omissions allowed Examines candidate’s overall knowledge Final Certification Knowledge Examination Prior to concluding the certification process, the candidate DRE must satisfactorily complete an IACP approved Final Certification Knowledge Examination. The Final Certification Knowledge Examination is a multi-part comprehensive examination where the participant can not make significant errors or omissions. Examination consists of five parts which tests the candidate DRE’s knowledge of the drug symptomatology matrix, drug effects, drug combinations, and report writing skills. Revised: 04-16-2014 Drug Recognition Expert Course Transition to the Certification Phase of Training

IACP Certification Progress Log After each component required for certification is completed, a DRE Instructor must sign off on your log You must be recommended for certification by two DRE Instructors Instructors will sign off in the Authorized Signature portion at the bottom of the Progress Log After each component required for certification is completed, a DRE Instructor must sign off on the DRE candidate’s log. The candidate DRE must be recommended for certification by two DRE instructors. Revised: 04-16-2014 Drug Recognition Expert Course Transition to the Certification Phase of Training

How Long Am I Certified For? DRE Certification is good for two years DRE’s shall be required to renew their certificate of continuing proficiency every two years DRE Certification DRE certification is for a period of two years. DRE’s shall be required to renew their certificate of continuing proficiency every two years Revised: 04-16-2014 Drug Recognition Expert Course Transition to the Certification Phase of Training

How Do I Maintain Proficiency? IACP International Standard 3.4…A DRE shall demonstrate continuing proficiency by: Performing a minimum of four (4) acceptable evaluations since the date of last certification… Completing a minimum of eight (8) hours of recertification training… Presenting an updated Curriculum Vitae and Rolling Log to the appropriate coordinator for review and approval Once certified, DREs shall be required to renew their certificates of continuing proficiency every two years. Continuing proficiency requires: Performing a minimum of four (4) acceptable drug evaluations since the last date of certification; Completing a minimum of eight (8) hours of approved re-certification training; and Presenting an updated C.V. and Rolling Log to the appropriate coordinator for review. Revised: 04-16-2014 Drug Recognition Expert Course Transition to the Certification Phase of Training

QUESTIONS? Solicit questions from participants regarding the field certifications and certification process. 30-17 Revised: 04-16-2014 Drug Recognition Expert Course Transition to the Certification Phase of Training

Congratulations! Drug Recognition Expert Training E. Closing Remarks Closing remarks will be offered by appropriate representatives of the department of faculty. You have successfully completed the Drug Recognition Expert Training conducted here Revised: 04-16-2014 Drug Recognition Expert Course Transition to the Certification Phase of Training