Training for EPAC: PCT procedure and entry into national/regional phase after PCT
This course offers a comprehensive global overview of the PCT system, showing how inventors can streamline the process of securing international patent protection through a single, unified application. The main topics covered are:
- filing an international application
- international search
- international publication
- international preliminary examination
- entering national/regional phases
- entry into the European phase
The course is part of the syllabus of the Training for EPAC courses.
This activity is planned in Q2. Exact dates and details to be announced.
Organised by
European Patent Academy
Organised by
European Patent Academy
Objectives
The four EPAC training courses are specifically designed to prepare paralegals, patent administrators and formalities officers for the European patent administration certification (EPAC). This structured programme reflects the EPAC's new modular format, allowing candidates to focus on distinct areas of patent administration and earn separate diplomas that collectively lead to full certification.
Each of the four courses can be taken individually and independently, enabling professionals to tailor their learning journey to their needs and schedules.
Programme
Every course begins with a self-learning phase of approximately two weeks, allowing participants to explore the training material independently.
Each course runs for one month and includes two to three online sessions led by EPO tutors, who summarise the key takeaways and provide expert guidance. At the end of each course, participants can complete a self-assessment to measure their understanding and progress.
Throughout the courses, and to foster an open and collaborative learning environment, participants can ask questions in the forum and engage in written discussions with tutors.
To support the learning journey, recordings of all sessions are made available for revision and review.
The courses are delivered in English, but participants may interact with tutors in French or German. This helps to cultivate a multilingual and inclusive learning experience.