What certificate does a patent agent need to take?

Patent agents need to obtain the following certificates:

1. Patent Agent Qualification Certificate: This is the basic requirement for becoming a patent agent, and it is issued by China National Intellectual Property Administration, China. The examination contents mainly include patent law, patent application procedure, examination guide, etc.

2. Patent agent's practice certificate: After obtaining the patent agent's qualification certificate, you need to pass the internship period and take the patent agent's practice qualification examination organized by China National Intellectual Property Administration, China before you can obtain the patent agent's practice certificate.

3. Certificate of continuing education for patent agents: In order to maintain the professional quality and business ability of patent agents, China National Intellectual Property Administration, China stipulates that patent agents need to attend continuing education regularly and pass the examination to obtain the certificate of continuing education for patent agents.

4. English proficiency certificate: As patent agency work involves a large number of English literature reading and writing, it is very necessary to have a certain level of English. Generally speaking, at least level 4 is required.

5. Other relevant certificates: In addition to the above certificates, patent agents can also obtain some other certificates related to patent agents, such as computer software copyright registration certificate and trademark registration certificate, which can further enhance the professional quality and business ability of patent agents.

Generally speaking, becoming a qualified patent agent requires not only solid legal knowledge and good professional quality, but also continuous learning and improvement of one's professional ability.