CPATA is seeking Class 1 and 2 agents to contribute their expertise to the 2025 Qualifying Examinations. This is an engaging and rewarding way to support the future of the professions.
Thank you to the 100+ licensees who have already contributed to the redevelopment and administration of the new qualifying examinations. Licensees will receive an honorarium for their time. Please submit an expression of interest to participate.
Opportunities
Group | Tasks | Commitment | Honorarium |
Skills Exam Advisory Groups (Trademark and Patent) | – develop the 2025 exam content – mark the 2025 exam submissions (Fall 2025) | Approximately one year starting in January/February 2025 | $2500 |
Standard-Setting Groups for the 2025 Winter Knowledge Examinations (Trademark and Patent) | – attend a training session – test-write the exam – participate in two standard-setting sessions | Approximately 20-24 hours over the course of several days on the following dates: Trademark Knowledge Examination February 12, 2025 – take the exam February 14, 2025 – training session (12pm – 4pm ET) February 14-18, 2025 – asynchronous work February 19 and 20, 2025 (12pm – 4pm ET) – standard setting sessions Patent Knowledge Examination February 27, 2025 – take the exam March 4, 2025 (12pm – 4pm ET) – training session March 4-5, 2025 – asynchronous work March 6 and 7, 2025 (12pm – 4pm ET) – standard setting sessions | $1000 |
If you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact Jen Slabodkin, Director of Registration & Education, Deputy Registrar at registration-inscription@cpata-cabamc.ca.
