Application for AAPP Membership FAQsApplication Deadlines
Due to the volume of membership applications received, any application received after April 1, 2025 will not be eligible for the 2025 Lake Tahoe seminar Member rate. Application received after April 1, 2025 will be processed and submitted for membership vote during the 2026 Annual Seminar Business Meeting in Atlantic City.
Requirements for membership: 1. Must be a law enforcement polygraphist as defined in Article III of the AAPP Constitution and Bylaws.LAW ENFORCEMENT POLYGRAPHISTS: Any United States citizen who is a current employee, salaried or contract, of an American law enforcement organization whose responsibilities include the administration of polygraph examinations for that employer; and has met licensing/certification requirements mandated in the state of residence/practice; and is a graduate of an AAPP recognized polygraph school.
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2. Must have demonstrated proficiency in the administration of polygraph examinations. If you have previously been an AAPP member but your membership expired, please use the Membership Application form and choose "Yes" for "Have you ever been an AAPP member?"
Application Processing
Membership applications are processed only after the $150 payment ($25 non-refundable application fee and $125 for first year dues) is received. Applications without payment will expire six months after submission.
Once payment is received, the application will be forwarded to the Region Director for vetting. Once the vetting process is completed, the application is submitted to the Vice President for approval. This process normally takes 10 - 20 business days depending on how quickly applicant references respond. Membership application approvals are provisional and final approval is based upon a vote of the AAPP Membership during the Business Meeting at the Annual Seminar. Once provisional members are approved by the Membership they will receive a Certificate of Membership from the AAPP Secretary.
Member Rate Seminar Registration
Your membership application must be vetted and provisionally approved before you are eligible for the Seminar Member rate of $375. Please do not attempt to register for the annual training seminar with the Member form until you have been notified. You will be notified via email when your application has been provisionally approved and then you may register for the Seminar at the Member rate.
Application DeadlinesDue to the volume of membership applications received, any application received after April 1, 2025 will not be eligible for the 2025 Lake Tahoe seminar Member rate. Application received after April 1, 2025 will be processed and submitted for membership vote during the 2026 Annual Seminar Business Meeting in Atlantic City.
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