CPE Accreditation and Training 2

Question 1

Which federal agency oversees polygraph examiner licensing requirements for national security positions?

Accepted Answer

Office of Personnel Management

Answer

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) sets federal polygraph standards for personnel security and suitability determinations.

Question 2

How many hours of supervised polygraph examinations are typically required by the APA for full membership?

Accepted Answer

200 hours

Answer

The American Polygraph Association requires 200 hours of supervised polygraph examination experience for full membership qualification.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a polygraph internship program?

Accepted Answer

To provide supervised practical experience under a licensed examiner

Answer

Polygraph internships provide hands-on, supervised practical experience where trainees conduct real examinations under the guidance of a licensed, experienced examiner.

Question 4

Which document formally recognizes a polygraph training school as meeting established professional standards?

Accepted Answer

APA accreditation certificate

Answer

APA accreditation certification formally recognizes that a polygraph training school meets the professional and curriculum standards established by the American Polygraph Association.

Question 5

A polygraph examiner who fails to complete required continuing education by the renewal deadline should:

Accepted Answer

Immediately cease conducting examinations until requirements are met

Answer

Examiners who fail to meet continuing education deadlines must stop conducting examinations until they fulfill the requirements and renew their credentials.

(CPE) Certified Polygraph Examiner Practice Test

(CPE) Certified Polygraph Examiner Practice Test

CPE Accreditation and Training 2