Return to Top Unique Aspects of the Western Oregon University School of Polygraphy Academic university credits are available at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Physiology is taught at a level that is interesting and provides a clear understanding of one of the bases of polygraphy. Work with cadavers makes it even more meaningful. Each student is required to write a paper or do research that could start his or her career in polygraphy with a published work. Pre-employment testing of police applicants is taught by those who have specialized in this area.
Law is taught by both a prosecutor and defense attorney to provide a balanced view.
The availability of subjects for practice testing includes college students, cadets from the local police academy and volunteers from the community for a total of 36 hours of experience. Both Lafayette and Axciton computerized polygraphs and analog instruments are available for the student's experience and learning. A variety of instructors teach during the on-campus component of the WOU School of Polygraphy. Dr. Abrams is a clinical psychologist and polygraphist who has spent much of his professional career in the field of polygraphy. He has published four books and numerous articles on the subject of polygraphy and has presented his research studies at numerous seminars around the United States and the world.