Accreditation and Training Flashcards
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Under APA standards, an intern examiner must conduct a minimum of how many full-issue examinations before certification?
Answer: 50
APA standards require intern examiners to conduct a minimum of 50 full-issue polygraph examinations under supervision before becoming eligible for certification.
Which type of polygraph examination is most commonly used as a training case during internship programs?
Answer: Specific-issue criminal investigation exams
Specific-issue criminal investigation examinations are commonly used for training because they present clear, verifiable outcomes that help interns develop and evaluate their skills.
What action should a polygraph training program take if a student fails to demonstrate adequate chart scoring accuracy?
Answer: Provide remedial training and reassessment before advancing
Accredited programs should provide remedial training and a reassessment opportunity to students who do not meet chart scoring accuracy standards before allowing advancement.
The APA Code of Ethics requires that a certified examiner's continuing education include which minimum activity?
Answer: Attending the APA annual seminar or equivalent
APA members are required to attend the APA annual seminar or an equivalent approved training event as part of their continuing education obligations.
An examiner trained outside the United States seeking APA membership must:
Answer: Demonstrate that their training meets APA-equivalent standards
Foreign-trained examiners seeking APA membership must demonstrate that their training, experience, and qualifications are equivalent to APA accreditation standards.
Which best describes the role of a field supervisor during an intern's polygraph examination?
Answer: Observe the intern and provide post-examination feedback and review
Field supervisors observe the intern conducting the full examination and then provide detailed feedback, chart review, and guidance to develop the intern's proficiency.
What is the consequence for an APA-accredited school that does not maintain required faculty qualifications?
Answer: Placement on probationary accreditation status
Schools that fail to maintain required faculty qualifications are placed on probationary accreditation status, giving them an opportunity to correct deficiencies before accreditation is withdrawn.