Description
Polygraph examiners prepare individuals for polygraph testing, conduct the polygraph exam and interpret the results. They pay close attention to detail and use a range of instruments to monitor respiratory, sweat and cardiovascular responses to questions addressed during the process. Polygraph examiners write reports on the basis of the results and can provide courtroom testimony.
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Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
use technology for forensicsobserve human behaviourmanage testscomply with legal regulationsmaintain professional administrationconduct research interviewdocument interviewswrite work-related reportsreport analysis resultsanalyse legal evidenceobserve confidentialityassess characterassist police investigationsprovide testimony in court hearingsinterrogate individualsdeal with aggressive behaviourpromote human rightspresent evidenceprofile peoplecreate criminal profiles