WELCOME TO THE EUROPEAN POLYGRAPH ASSOCIATION

Established in 2003, The European Polygraph Association / Europolygraph (EPA) consists of professionals who carry out computerized polygraph tests. Analog instruments are only ideal for television shows, documentaries and re-enactments which require a polygraph to be operated on camera.

The EPA is the main and older  dedicated polygraph association in  Europe. The EPA was formed to ensure all examiners in the UE are properly trained and qualified to complete tests to an exacting standard. The EPA is dedicated to the advancement of standardization in the polygraph industry as well as upholding the professionalism and ethics to which all polygraph examiners should strive. 

The steady growth in the utilization of the polygraph by more and more private individuals, members of the business and media sector, in the Europe, has demonstrated the necessity for an organization to help promote professional standards within the industry.

This site is intended for all individuals interested in the psychophysiological detection of deception. No matter what your affiliations, we think you will find this site worth investigating. 

This website is designed to provide accurate information regarding polygraph testing in general. Although the EPA does not provide a polygraph testing service itself you can use our contact page to seek further information and post questions on any issues relating to polygraph testing.

The association only accepts polygraph examiners qualified to carry out computerized polygraph tests; who have undergone a strict screening process; and who do not have a criminal record.

The application process is carried out by a special committee that sorts and screens applicants in accordance with the association's regulation requirements and high standards.

Members participate in conferences and seminars both in Europe and abroad, and receive updated information on polygraph-related studies, innovations, lectures, and more.

QUALIFICATIONS

All members of the EPA have graduated from a training organization accredited by the European Polygraph Association, Israeli Computerized Polygraph Association or American Polygraph Association.

This assures you:
The examiner is using the latest polygraph techniques.
The polygraph test will be conducted in a professional manner.
The polygraph examiner is commited to continuing education within the field of polygraph testing.
The respect to privacy by our members.

Effective January, 2008 the members affiliation remains established in four categories;

Full member (association founders are full members) - an active polygraph examiner, who meets the following requirements:

a. A graduate of an accredited polygraph school or college, holding a valid graduation certificate.

b. An examiner who has carried out at least 200 polygraph examinations and has been practicing polygraph tests consistently for at least a year.

c. Any Individual whose membership was approved by a membership committee.

d. Any Individual who paid all membership fees required by the association.

Intern member - a graduate of an accredited polygraph school or college holding a valid graduation certificate, who has duly paid all annual membership fees.

Applicant - any individual currently studying at an accredited polygraph school or college, whose professional skills and moral integrity have been approved by a membership committee.

Affiliate member - any individual who is not a polygraph examiner and does not carry out polygraph tests as a profession, yet is involved in the scientific or legal aspects pertaining to polygraph tests.