LoginProfessional Competency in Intellectual Property Law (IP)
Counterfeiting and piracy issues provide a regular challenge to Trading Standards professionals and rights owners alike.
This professional competency has been developed by CTSI in conjunction with the Intellectual Property Office to equip professionals working in the field of Intellectual Property.
This course will focus on the four main elements of Intellectual Property:
- Trademarks
- Copyright
- Designs
- Patents
The training will also consider the implications of other relevant legislation on IP issues.
The IPO will be offering a pilot programme to support the delivery of funded competency cohort 2 by providing opportunities for delegates to engage with relevant IPO colleagues and benefit from their knowledge and experience. The nature and level of support will be agreed as the programme develops and will include mentoring opportunities, knowledge sharing, collaborative working, and when appropriate access to relevant learning. This will complement the formal competency programme and help delegates apply their learning in practice and build their capability. Maximum of 1 candidate per authority for funded places.
Upon completion of the course, candidates will be able to differentiate between the different aspects of intellectual property; advise on civil aspects of IP ownership and infringement; appreciate the various methods of protecting IP and investigate alleged criminal offences.
This online course consists of five training days (three virtual and two practical days at a venue) and the following assessments - online multiple choice questions, professional interview and 3,000 word case study.
There is a requirement of approximately three months of independent learning prior to the contact days, which is supported by resources available via the online portal. This includes dedicated sections of detailed course notes. These online materials must be completed in advance of the contact days. This is completed online only and is not printable.
Additional information for this Competency can be found on the Qualifications Resources Page.
*Non-member rate includes FREE access to CTSI membership benefits for the period of this training.
Register your expressions of interest in this course using the link below, for additional queries please email the qualifications team: [email protected]
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Cohort |
Course start date: Compulsory reading access |
Virtual Trainer contact days: |
Practical Training Days: (Venue TBC) |
Assessments |
CTSI member Fee |
Non member fee * |
Book online |
| 1 | 4 Feb 2026 | 29 Apr - 1 May 2026 | 27 - 28 May 2026 |
3 - 4 Jun 2026 |
£980+VAT | £1,080+VAT | Bookings Closed |
| 2 | 25 Nov 2026 | 17 - 19 Feb 2027 | 11-12 Mar 2027 |
18- 19 Mar 2026 |
Funded | Funded | Coming Soon |
