Lafayette Polygraph

10/06/2026

Be sure to take a look at these upcoming continuing education courses!

We have two important continuing education courses coming up this fall! It is exciting to be holding courses on both the east and west coast in November!

24-Hour Advanced Course
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The curriculum is flexible in that the instructors accommodate to the wants and needs of the students attending.

- November 2-4
- Tampa, FL

40-Hour PCSOT Course
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The Post-Conviction S*x Offender Testing (PCSOT) Course both prepares students to successfully complete the End of Course Written Examination, approved and recognized by the APA and qualifies for continuing education credits (units) for those who are already PCSOT certified.

- November 21-24
- Caldwell, ID

Visit our website - there's still time to register! Unable to make it this year? Check out our 2027 dates.
https://peakcatc.com/continuing-education-courses/

09/19/2026

Did you know that the third Saturday of September is known as Big Whopper Liar Day? Dating back to the late 1980s, Big Whopper Liar Day also has its origins in Indiana! This day is for people who like to tell fun stories about the fish that got away.

We at Lafayette Instrument encourage everyone to have fun and be sure to tell the truth when it counts!

09/03/2026

Hello from APA! It's been great seeing everyone in the Windy City. Don't forget today is Lafayette Training at 8am CT in the Wabash room. See you there!

08/24/2026

Lafayette Instrument is excited to attend the 60th Annual APA Seminar next week in Chicago!

📍 Palmer House Hotel, Chicago, IL
📅 August 30 – September 4, 2026

The APA Annual Seminar brings together polygraph professionals, government agencies, and law enforcement to share best practices, training, and innovations in the field. Our team will be on site to connect with attendees, answer questions, and showcase how Lafayette Polygraph systems and LXEdge software support real-world investigative needs.

Our at event training will be held Thursday, September 2 from 8am - 12pm in the Chicago Room.

We look forward to seeing you in the Windy City for what promises to be a historic seminar!

07/14/2026

A big thank you to everyone who was a part of our PEAK Screening Webinar. It was a great success, and we look forward to providing you with more webinar training events in the future.

Our next webinar on Advanced PCSOT is coming soon, secure your spot today!

PEAK Advanced PCSOT Webinar
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Date: August 13, 2026 - 10:00am ET
Instructors: Chip Morgan & Mark Handler
Cost: $495.00/attendee
Hours: 4 CEH

Register now
https://peakcatc.com/webinar/register/?oid=31

Course Topics
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PCSOT is a structured risk-management process — not a punishment tool. This webinar is a twelve-topic intensive in Post-Conviction S*x Offender Testing for practicing polygraph examiners — built around the containment/collaboration model and community-safety mission.

🔹 PCSOT Foundations
🔹 The Containment/Collaboration Team
🔹 Understanding the S*x Offender
🔹 PCSOT Examination Types
🔹 Maintenance Examinations Risk Assessment & Escalation
🔹 Target Selection
🔹 Question Formulation
🔹 Interviewing Techniques
🔹 Testing Formats & Applications
🔹 Practical Case Workshop
🔹 Summary & Implementation

Takeaways
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This certification takes experienced examiners beyond technique into the discipline that makes every chart, question, and report meaningful: target selection, question formulation, and defensible testing within the containment/collaboration team.

🔹 4 CE hours for examiners
🔹 Certificate of Completion
🔹 Printable student workbook to keep
🔹 Defensible target-selection procedure
🔹 DLST & SIST testing formats

Join us and increase the depth of your knowledge!

07/08/2026

July 7th is colloquially known as Tell the Truth Day. Like Honesty Day in late April, Tell the Truth Day aims to draw awareness to the need for honesty and the discernment of truth throughout all walks of life. At Lafayette Polygraph, we are proud to support examiners with reliable, data-built polygraph systems that produce results they can confidently stand behind.

06/25/2026

🕰️ This , we’re reflecting on the journey of Lafayette Instrument and the evolution of our polygraph systems, carefully built on innovation, dedication, and the trust of examiners around the world.

Since 1972, Lafayette has been committed to advancing polygraph technology: from the first Examiners Polygraph with a transportable inking system, to LX7 in 2025 with modernized software, advanced channels, and intuitive design.

Key milestones along the way include:
🔹1973: Electro-Cardio for personalized sensitivity
🔹1978: Modular polygraph systems for unmatched flexibility
🔹1993: LXSoftware is released. LX2000 computerized polygraph with long-term digital storage
🔹2007–2017: LX5000 and LX6, combining rugged durability with expanded capabilities
🔹2023: LXEdge, our next-generation software, improving efficiency and customization
🔹2025: LX7, further expanded measures with a new modern and elegant design

Through every advancement, our mission has stayed the same: to empower polygraph examiners with reliable, precise, and examiner-focused tools, helping them get to the truth with confidence.

From the earliest inking systems to today’s fully digital instruments, we’re proud to continue leading the way in polygraph technology, thanks to the examiners who inspire us every day.

06/18/2026

🗓️ Midyear Checkpoint: Accuracy, Clarity, and Accountability

As we approach the end of the first half of the year, it’s the perfect time for polygraph examiners to take stock. The tools you rely on everyday matter: clear, accurate, and consistent data capture is critical, especially in high-pressure sessions.

At Lafayette Polygraph, we continue to innovate so examiners can work with confidence, whether in the field or in the office. From the industry-leading LX7 to the next-generation LXEdge, our systems provide precision, reliability, and examiner-focused control.

Here's your Midyear Polygraph Checklist:
✔️ Assess your current tools: Are they delivering the clarity and accuracy you need?
✔️ Explore our lineup: LX7, LXEdge, and more, designed for today’s investigative demands: https://lafayettepolygraph.com/
✔️ Consider an upgrade: Our Polygraph Upgrade Program accepts trade-ins, even from other manufacturers.
✔️ Stay informed: Join our email list for product updates, exclusive offers, and event announcements, including the APA Seminar this August

Take a moment this midyear to ensure your tools are helping you get the truth every time.

06/16/2026

PEAK Advanced PCSOT Training Webinar
August 13, 2026 - 10:00am ET

Register now: https://peakcatc.com/webinar/register/?oid=31

Instructors: Chip Morgan & Mark Handler
Cost: $495.00/attendee
Provides 4 CEH

PEAK Credibility Assessment Training Center is hosting a twelve-module intensive in Post-Conviction S*x Offender Testing for practicing polygraph examiners — built around the containment/ collaboration model and community-safety mission.

PCSOT is a structured risk-management process — not a punishment tool. This certification takes experienced examiners beyond technique into the discipline that makes every chart, question, and report meaningful: target selection, question formulation, and defensible testing within the containment/ collaboration team.

Course Modules
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🔹 PCSOT Foundations
🔹 The Containment/Collaboration Team
🔹 Understanding the S*x Offender
🔹 PCSOT Examination Types
🔹 Maintenance Examinations Risk Assessment & Escalation
🔹 Target Selection
🔹 Question Formulation
🔹 Interviewing Techniques
🔹 Testing Formats & Applications
🔹 Practical Case Workshop
🔹 Summary & Implementation

Takeaways
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🔹 4 CE hours for examiners
🔹 Certificate of Completion
🔹 Printed student workbook to keep
🔹 Defensible target-selection procedure
🔹 DLST & SIST testing formats

06/11/2026

We are looking forward to a PEAK in-person 40-hour PCSOT course in Gastonia, NC this summer! Space is limited, sign up today to secure your space.

Post Conviction S*x Offender Testing (PCSOT) Course
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Dates: August 10 - 14, 2026
Location: Gastonia, NC

Provides 40 CEH - approved by APA
Fee: $775.00/attendee

Register Now
https://peakcatc.com/pcsot-training/

Covered PCSOT examinations
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- Instant Offense
- Instant Offense Investigative
- Prior Allegation
- S*xual History I + II
- Maintenance
- Monitoring Examinations

Additional related topics
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- Containment approach
- Victimology
- Deviant behavior
- Treatment for s*x offenses
- APA's model PCSOT policy
- APA's & ASTM's standards of practice pertaining to PCSOT testing
- Proper test question construction for PCSOT testing