in conjunction with
American International Institute of Polygraph
BASIC and CONTINUING EDUCATION
with International Accreditation from
American Polygraph Association
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FACULTY
Any school is only as good as its faculty. All instructors from American International Institute of Polygraph and AIIP (SA) lecturing on polygraph subjects and in polygraph techniques are practising polygraph professionals with outstanding credentials. Other professionally qualified instructors of high academic qualification provide instruction in psychology, physiology, research and law.
Charles E. Slupski, Director and Primary Instructor for polygraph. A graduate of the US Army Polygraph School and former instructor at the USA Department of Defense Polygraph Institute (DoDPI), Mr Slupski has been a polygraph examiner since 1983 and retired from the US Army Criminal Investigations Command in 1996. He conducted polygraph examinations for the Arizona Department of Corrections before taking an instructor position and subsequently becoming the Director of Argenbright International Institute of Polygraph. Mr Slupski's academic accomplishments include Master of Science degrees in Criminal Justice and Management and a Bachelor of Science degree in Law Enforcement. He is a member of the American Polygraph Association, the American Association of Police Polygraphists and the Georgia Polygraph Association.
Estelle Dreyer, Director of AIIP (SA) is the only polygraphist in SA who holds a degree in Psychophysiology. She has fifteen years practical experience in polygraph testing in SA and is qualified in specialised Sex Offender Testing. Estelle is a member of the American Polygraph Association and a founder member of the South African Professional Polygraph Association.
AIIP (SA) reserves the right to use the services of additional professionals to serve as instructors so that their varying expertise can add to the educational process. All instructors making presentations at AIIP meet or exceed the minimum qualifications established by the APA. These primary instructors and guest instructors for polygraph science subjects are selected based on their education, training, knowledge, experience and instructional delivery abilities.
CODE OF ETHICS AND CODE OF GOOD PRACTICE FOR POLYGRAPH TESTING
While not yet a lawfully imposed requirement prior to practising Forensic Psychophysiology in South Africa, it may soon be compulsory for all polygraphists practising in South Africa to sign a Code of Ethics and Code of Good Practice. Following these codes will enhance the credibility of our students and distinguish them from polygraphists who simply do not pride themselves in genuine integrity and qualified skill to practise with distinction and excellence.
ATTENDANCE
Absence from any scheduled class without prior permission can be cause for termination. However, a total of three absences from the ten-week session will be excusable if the student has a reasonable explanation. Lost time must be made up within one weeek of the class missed. After a total of three absences, without approval, the student may be dismissed.
CONDUCT
The American International Institute of Polygraph and AIIP (SA) expect their students to conduct themselves in a professional manner throughout the course. Acts of dishonesty and questionable morals are grounds for dismissal. The Institute Director will make the final decision. Students will be notified in writing of any action taken by the Director.
TARDINESS
Time lost due to late arrivals or early departures will be appropriately recorded in the attendance records. There will be no dismissal for tardiness if a reasonable explanation is offered. After three incidents of unexplained tardiness, the student may be dismissed.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
To be recognised as a graduate of the American International Institute of Polygraph (AIIP) (SA) and the American International Institute of Polygraph, the student must satisfactorily complete
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Eight written performance examinations or their re-tests |
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the attendance requirements |
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a minimum of 60 minutes chart time |
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document proficiency in the conduct of an R&I examination,a Zone Comparison examination, a Modified General Question Technique examination, and a Known Solution and Searching Peak of Tension test |
PROGRESS REPORTS AND RESULTS
The American International Institute of Polygraph and AIIP (SA) will keep official records of the students' progress during the course. A record of the students' examination results is kept on file, and those records will include individual student class standing. Students are informed of their progress verbally by periodic counselling sessions and also have the right to petition for access to records. The grading system used by the American International Institute of Polygraph and AIIP (SA) consists of percentages between 0% and 100%. Grades below 75% will be considered unsatisfactory, and repeat examinations to improve such grades will be given at the end of a one-week probation, unless the Institute Director extends that time, in writing. A student failing a re-test will be dismissed from the class.
REFUND POLICY
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A full refund of all moneys paid if the Institute does not accept the applicant; discontinues a course or programme of education; if the student withdraws and requests same within three working days of signing a contract or making a payment to the Institute, provided that the student has completed no more than 5% of the training programme. |
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A full refund of the supplies/materials fee if the student withdraws or is terminated from the training programme, provided the student returns non-expended issued supplies/materials. |
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Refunds are calculated from the last date of attendance, and the Institute issues the appropriate refund in full to the contracting party within a maximum of thirty (30) days of termination. |
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Students terminating training are enitled to the following tuition refunds: |
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A student terminating training |
Is entitled to a refund of |
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within the first 5% of programme |
95% |
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after 5% but within first 10% |
90% |
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after 10% but within first 25% |
75% |
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after 25% but within first 50% |
50% |
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after 50% but within first 75% |
25% |
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after 75% |
No refund |
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The official date of termination or withdrawal of a student shall be the date on which the Institute received notice of the student's intention to discontinue the training programme OR the date on which the student violates Institute policy which provides for termination |
FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT
In conjunction with the American International Institute of Polygraph and AIIP (SA), an equipped lecture room, interview practise facilities and excellent, well-maintained polygraph equipment will be at the students' disposal. AIIP (SA) is an authorised distributor of various polygraph equipment, offering the finest state-of-the-art equipment at favourable prices.