From 1 June 2026, Sober Check will officially deliver its own NZQA-accredited urine drug testing training, expanding our workplace training capability across both urine and oral fluid drug testing.
As New Zealand’s largest specialist in workplace drug and alcohol testing solutions, this milestone allows us to provide a complete drug testing training programme.
Training is delivered through Sober Check Training Limited, our NZQA-registered Private Training Establishment (PTE).
Why Workplace Drug Testing Training Matters
Workplace drug and alcohol testing plays a critical role in helping organisations manage safety risks, meet compliance obligations and maintain safe working environments.
Proper training helps ensure:
- testing is conducted consistently and professionally
- specimens are collected and handled correctly
- workplace procedures align with AS/NZS standards
- results are reliable and defensible
- testers maintain consistency, confidence and competency
This is becoming increasingly important as the updated AS/NZS 4308:2023 standard moves toward full implementation in November 2026.
For many workplaces, now is the right time to review internal testing procedures and ensure staff conducting workplace testing are appropriately and correctly trained.
Our NZQA-Accredited Training Programmes
Sober Check now offers nationally recognised training across both oral fluid and urine drug testing.
Oral Fluid Drug Screening and Collection
Our oral fluid programme includes:
- Level 4 Micro-credential Qualification
- Unit Standard 32327
- Unit Standard 32328
Sober Check Training Limited is the developer and sole provider of this NZQA-accredited micro-credential qualification in New Zealand.
Urine Drug Screening and Collection
Launching 1 June 2026, our urine training includes:
- Unit Standard 25458
Perform urine specimen collection in the workplace for drug testing - Unit Standard 25511
Perform urine drug screening in the workplace
Training is delivered in alignment with the AS/NZS 4308:2023 standard and designed to support practical workplace application.
Refresher Training for Existing Testers
For workplaces with certified testers already in place, refresher training helps maintain competency and reinforce best practice.
Refresher training is particularly valuable for:
- Occupational Health Nurses
- existing workplace testers
- organisations reviewing compliance processes
- teams wanting consistency across testing procedures
We offer both oral fluid and urine refresher training in flexible formats
Product Training that Supports your Devices
Alongside accredited training, we also provide practical online product training to support the correct use of Sober Check purchased breathalysers and drug screening kits.
This helps ensure staff understand:
- correct testing procedures
- consistent use of devices
- interpretation of results
- quality assurance processes
- documentation requirements
Flexible Training Deliver Options
We understand that every workplace operates differently, which is why our training can be delivered in multiple ways.
Online (self-paced)
Ideal for independent learners and nationally dispersed teams. Our online training allows learners to complete modules at their own pace, through video content, quizzes, assessments and practical verfication.
Virtual (guided sessions)
Delivered in guided half day sessions (from 9.30am – 1.30pm) via Google Meet, virtual training provides real-time support from our Training & Education Manager while minimising disruption.
This option is suited to smaller teams (between 6 and 12 attendees) or learners who prefer structured guidance.
In-person (onsite at your workplace)
Our face to face training is delivered on-site at your workplace and is tailored to the products and procedures your organisation uses.
This option is ideal for workplaces wanting practical group training delivered efficiently across a single site or region.
Supporting Workplaces across New Zealand
At Sober Check, our goal is to support safer workplaces through reliable products, practical training and ongoing support.
By combining nationally recognised training with industry leasing testing solutions, we help organisations build confident and compliant workplace testing programmes.
We can help whether you are introducing workplace drug testing for the first time, refreshing existing staff or preparing for upcoming standards changes.
If you’d like to learn more about our training, you can visit our training section on our website or get in touch with the team on 0800 700 777 or training@sobercheck.co.nz.
