PISA Integrity Assessment Centre

We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Mr Charl du Toit and the amazing team at the The Success Academy for another fantastic event.

Success is never an accident. It is the result of commitment—showing up when it’s hard, staying focused when distractions are loud, and choosing discipline over comfort. Commitment turns goals into habits and habits into achievements. When we commit fully, we unlock consistency, and consistency is what carries us from intention to impact. Success doesn’t belong to the lucky; it belongs to the committed. Let’s choose commitment, and the success will follow.

It was our absolute pleasure to attend this event, and hope there will be many more to come.

PISA Integrity Assessment Centre Showcases Advanced Integrity Solutions at Securex Cape Town

Cape Town, South Africa — The PISA Integrity Assessment Centre is proud to have participated in the Securex South Africa Cape Town 2025 event, a premier exhibition for security and risk management professionals.

As a leader in integrity assessment and risk mitigation solutions, PISA showcased its comprehensive suite of Pre-Employment Screening, integrity management, polygraph testing, and risk assessment services designed to support organizations in building trusted, ethical, and secure workforces.

The Securex Cape Town event provided a unique platform for PISA to engage with industry leaders, corporate security professionals, and government stakeholders, highlighting how evidence-based integrity screening programs strengthen organizational resilience and promote ethical culture in both public and private sectors.

If you would like to learn more about the PISA Integrity Assessment Centre or its Cape Town offices, please visit us at www.polyinstitute.co.za or contact us through one of the following convenient channels:

Tel: +27 (0)12-765 2800
Cell: +27 (0)82 461 5279
E-mail: [email protected]
www.polyinstitute.co.za

The PISA Integrity Assessment Centre will be visiting Securex South Africa 2025 in Cape Town, the continent’s leading security and fire trade exhibition.

The event is taking place on 21 to 23 October at the Cape Town International Convention Centre.

If you would like to know more about polygraph examinations, pre-employment screenings, background verifications or integrity management programs, please come visit us at at the convention or feel free to contact us:

Tel: +27 (0)12-765 2800
Cell: +27 (0)82 461 5279
E-mail: [email protected]
www.polyinstitute.co.za

Hope to meet you there.

Advanced Certification Seminar
MORGAN INTERVIEW THEMATIC TECHNIQUE

A Criminal Interviewing Technique For Use in Detection of Deception Interviews

Nate Gordon, Director of The Academy For Scientific Investigative Training will be visiting South Africa and presenting a 2-day seminar and certification course on the Morgan Interview Thematic Technique on 6 & 7 September 2025.

WHEN: 6 & 7 SEPTEMBER 2025

WHERE: J-CUPS GUEST HOUSE, CENTURION

PRESENTED BY: NATE GORDON

COST:
INCLUDES MANUAL
R5400.00 for non members.
R3000.00 for members of SAPFED.
R1000 for members of ISOPE.
(Sketches can be bought at the training session for R500.00)

REGISTRATION FORM:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffM6LXW4w1j6cbSy7dp9An-IBknjHqBQIttUMasanmpiSKaA/viewform?usp=dialog

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

JOANETTE KARSTEN:
[email protected]
084 640 418

The Academy for Scientific Investigative Training will be hosting its 5-day Forensic Assessment Interview Training from Monday 8 September to Friday 12 September 2025 in Centurion, presented by Nate Gordon, visiting from the Unites States.

The course is available for investigators, polygraph examiners, human resources professionals, legal practitioners and any managers, supervisors or personnel in the retail, hospitality or other industry in which getting accurate and complete information during interviews are important during investigations, interviews and risk management processes.

For any additional information or assistance, please contact Joanette Karsten:
[email protected]
084 640 418

Or fill out the registration link: https://lnkd.in/gJM2WGn5

The Academy for Scientific Investigative Training will be hosting its continuous education advanced polygraph seminar on 6 & 7 September 2025 at the J-Cups Guest House situated in Centurion. The training is presented by the Nate Gordon visiting South Africa from the United States.

COST: R5400.00 (Special tariffs will apply for members of ISOPE and the Southern African Polygraph Federation).

For more information or to book your seat, please contact Joanette Karsten at [email protected] or click on the contact form:
https://lnkd.in/gX4W7iFM

The Academy for Scientific Investigative Training will be returning to Gauteng, South Africa, from 4 August 2025 to 10 October 2025 to present an American Polygraph Association Accredited basic polygraph examiner training course with world renowned Nate Gordon, and in celebration of being an accredited institution for 45 years, the school is offering a discount of $1000 for the upcoming training seminar.

The Academy’s educational concept is distinguished as one that aims for total involvement of the student, from theory, techniques and instrumentation, through direct student involvement and participation in the testing procedure. Eligible candidates enter the Academy for comprehensive study and graduate as professionally trained Forensic Psychophysiologists. Students leave the Academy with an operational expertise geared to his or her individual working style and environment.

If you would like additional information regarding the basic polygraph examiner course, or if you are interested in becoming an American Polygraph Association accredited polygraph examiner, please contact Mrs. Joanette Karsten for assistance.

https://polyinstitute.co.za/polygraph-basic-training-course/

PISA Directors Shines at South African Target Rifle Association Championships

Always Aiming for Excellence

From 3 to 5 April 2025, two Directors of the PISA Integrity Assessment Centre; Joanette Karsten and Chris Karsten (CFE) Karsten competed at the South African Target Rifle Association (SATRA) National Championships, held at the Bloemfontein Shooting Centre. This prestigious event is currently the largest gathering of smallbore rifle shooters in South Africa, attracting top talent from across the country. The South African Target Rifle Association is a National Association that was started prior to 1942 and has a long and rich shooting history.

The competition began with a demanding three-position shooting event on the first day. Both Joanette and Chris competed, with Joanette achieving an outstanding second-place finish overall—competing against both male and female shooters.

The remaining days were dedicated to prone position matches, consisting of five individual competitions. Scores from each day were aggregated to determine overall standings. Joanette delivered a standout performance, shooting a personal best of 593/600 on the second day—only to surpass it on the final day with an exceptional score of 595/600. This remarkable achievement was the highest recorded score in the ISSF Open Prone Class for the week.

Both Joanette and Chris were selected to represent the Northern Gauteng Provincial A Team, which went on to win the gold medal for best provincial team performance. Joanette also represented the Pretoria Military Smallbore Club, which secured the gold medal for the best club.

In the final standings, Joanette placed third overall in the highly competitive A-Class, with the top honour going to Freek Senore. She also earned the gold medal for Best Female Shooter of the Championships. Chris delivered a commendable performance as well, securing second place in the B-Class, just behind winner Gretchen Du Plessis.

Speaking to Chris Karsten about the achievements, he said that “We could not have done it without the support of the PISA Integrity Assessment Centre, and the talents we received from God, we are truly grateful. It took hard work and dedication to make the most of the opportunities given, and we will continue to commit ourselves to excellence.” “Yes, we are truly thankful and truly blessed. The fact is that there are no shortcuts, you take what you have, and you put in the time and effort to make the most of it, and we will continue to do so,” added Joanette Karsten.

To learn more about the PISA Integrity Assessment Centre, please visit our website: www.polyinstitute.co.za

PISA Integrity Assessment Centre will be attending the Securex Conference 2025

Johannesburg, South Africa [17 April 2025]

The PISA Integrity Assessment Centre is proud to announce its participation in the upcoming Securex South Africa 2025, the continent’s leading security and fire trade exhibition. The event will be held from June 3–5, 2025 at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg.

As a trusted leader in integrity testing and workforce risk management, the PISA Integrity Assessment Centre will be showcasing its comprehensive suite of assessment tools and solutions designed to help organizations mitigate internal threats and safeguard their operations.

“Securex is the perfect platform to connect with industry leaders and demonstrate the vital role integrity assessments play in strengthening organizational security,” said Charles Allen Kemp, Director at the PISA Integrity Assessment Centre. “We’re excited to share our insights and innovations with stakeholders from across the security sectors, and know that we have a lot to offer.”

Visitors to the PISA Integrity Assessment Centre booth can receive a free consultation and information session on the PISA Integrity Assessment Centre can benefit your business.

With growing global focus on insider threat prevention and ethical governance, The PISA Integrity Assessment Centre’s evidence-based methodologies are more relevant than ever. By attending Securex, the company continues its mission to support safe, ethical, and high-performance workplaces across both the public and private sectors.

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