The ITA innovates. The International Testing Agency announces the launch of a global training program for doping control officers (DCOs). It aims to “ establishing a new professional benchmark for international basic training for ACDs“, by offering them in particular the possibility of acquiring “ the technical and personal skills required for this role“. Overseen by experts, the program is launched in partnership with Berlinger Special AG, the leading manufacturer of doping control equipment. It is open to individual candidates who are interested in learning how to become a DCO and have some knowledge or experience of working with athletes. The program is also accessible to all anti-doping organizations: national anti-doping agencies, international sports federations, event organizers, private sample collection agencies… It includes online learning, three-day face-to-face training, Access to practical resources in the field, a review and assessment of practical skills.
