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Schools: The SPEC Difference

GOALS OF THE SPEC DRUG-FREE SCHOOL PROGRAMS

  • Create the safest school environment
  • Provide a strong deterrent for students to not become involved with drug use
  • Assist schools and parents in early identification of substance abuse problem
  • Provide the most legally sound program that complies with state and federal guidelines

KEYS TO THE SPEC PROGRAM

SPEC programs emphasize prevention, education, and treatment. SPEC utilizes a hands-on approach to implement your policy and all elements of the program. Each program incorporates several key elements including: a written policy statement, substance abuse testing, employee and student assistance resources, student and employee education, and administration training.

WRITTEN POLICY STATEMENT

SPEC drafts tailored policy statements that accurately reflect your school philosophy and needs while also complying with all state and federal regulations. SPEC has proven that having a written, clearly defined, and well-communicated substance abuse policy is critical to the success of a substance abuse program in regards to students, parents, staff and administration.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE TESTING

SPEC consults with schools to ease the critical decision making process in drug testing. While it is a necessary part of abuse programs, it raises such issues as whom to test, and what to do if the test is positive. SPEC is experienced in all forms of testing and the legal implications of each. SPEC will assure that the proper testing is implemented for your school.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

SPEC provides training sessions for students, employees and administration. By providing good communication through the orientation sessions, we excel in soliciting strong parent, student, and staff understanding and support for your program. SPEC's experienced instructors understand how to address and respond to the sensitive issues facing your students and school.

CONSULTATION AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Upon implementation of your program, SPEC stays on-board, as a third-party administrator, to support management with technical questions that may arise; work through sensitive situations to ensure proper handling; etc. Companies have found that SPEC's continuous consultation service and support is that "added value" they can rely on.


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