Canadian Patent Administrator Certification Examination

The examination and certification are administered by the Intellectual Institute of Canada.

Purpose of the examination

The examination serves to qualify patent administrators seeking the professional designation of Certified Canadian Patent Administrator.

The exam tests a candidate’s knowledge of the foundations, regulations, procedures and best practices pertaining to the administration of patents.

Eligibility to sit for the examination

Candidates who have completed the IPIC Patent Administrator Program and paid the exam registration fee are eligible to sit for the online exam.

Candidates must have obtained an attestation of course completion for all 4 courses in the Program and must be able to supply a copy of such attestations upon request.

Registering for the examination

Exam Date: Wednesday, June 16, 2021 / 12 pm – 2 pm (ET)

Last day to register is Friday, June 11, 2021.

Registered candidates will receive exam instructions by email the day prior to the exam.