June 2021

You are an inventor, working hard on your projects and you may not know whether your projects will ultimately transform into a useful new invention.

Inventors’ MUST DO! List

Do file a US patent application within one year from the date you’ve published your invention anywhere in the world, or your invention was on sale in the US. This date is called the “drop dead date”. After this date you can not obtain a US patent ever. There are patenting agencies like InventHelp that could help you with this.

Do keep an Inventor’s Notebook. The US grants a patent to the first to invent. Therefore, it is very important to keep an Inventor’s Notebook, that documents the date you thought of the invention, and the process and dates of reduction of invention. Thus, DO keep a notebook of everything you think of! It can not hurt, but it certainly will help in case of an interference.

Do not work on your project at your job. Most engineers and scientists sign an employment agreement including an assignment of the rights to any project they worked on at work. Therefore, under an agreement such as this, your work must be fully independent and done on your own time, using your own equipment, and under your own “roof”.

Locating a Patent Agent or Attorney

First, locating a patent attorney. Only those listed on the official roster of current US patent attorneys and agents can prepare a patent application for another. Please see the USPTO Roster of Patent Agents and Attorneys Registered to Practice before the PTO, or search for Registered Agencies, such as Invent Help, and Attorneys in your geographical region.

Preparing an Invention Disclosure

Next, prepare for consulting with the agent/attorney by preparing a detailed disclosure of your invention. This disclosure should include what you know to be the history of the field of your invention, and a detailed description of the invention itself.

History of Your Invention

To think about the history, think of why you designed your invention. What need have you addressed? Why is your invention better than, or an improvement of, the currently available or well known method? Describe the technological history of your invention and the improvements you’ve made on the current models. The reason why this is important is because your patent attorney/ agent, although a scientist or engineer herself, may not be 100% current on your field of invention. This history gets them up to date quickly, which in the end will save on the cost of preparing your patent application.

If you are like many other home owners you’re probably asking yourself whether you should get a termite inspection or not. You may suspect termite infestation in your home, but you are not sure. So should you consider having your home inspected for termites and other wood-destroying insects, e.g. carpenter bees, carpenter ants, and powderpost beetles?

Needless to say, termites aren’t the type of guests you want in your Australia home. They’re abundant in number. It is said that upwards of two million termites can inhabit one colony and that one home can have up to four colonies under or around it. This statistic is even more startling when you consider that termite colonies never stop eating. Thus, once situated within your home, termites will consume wood, carpet, cloth and other materials around the clock.

It’s estimated that termites cause damage of many million dollars per year. Their appetite and well-adapted survivability make them a serious threat to any structure in Australia. But, the good news is that termites often leave behind a trace. They will often leave behind “termite trails”, and a qualified termite inspector can find. In some cases, termite inspectors have detected a colony’s feeding location and uncovered an area with hundreds of thousands, if not millions, of termites feeding.

Many termite companies in Australia, such as Radar Pest Control offer a free termite inspection. However, it is important to note that a termite inspection will not eradicate any termite infestation. A termite inspector will only determine whether there are termites, and tell you whether you need termite treatment. The termite inspector will be conducting a “wood-destroying insect infestation” inspection, which is commonly known as a termite inspection in the industry. The upside to this is that the inspector will not only be looking for termite damage, but also for carpenter ants, carpenter bees, or powder post beetle damage or presence.

If you have the nvq level 3 teaching assistant certification, your qualifications are recognized nationally. You can work in your field of expertise and improve your competencies. With the correct certification, you can begin the job that you want and thus, get the salary you deserve. NVQ or the national vocational qualification standardizes the skills and knowledge of teaching assistants. It helps them to achieve a higher recognition in the society.

How to get the NVQ award?

The national vocational qualifications allow you to get the employment that is relevant to your background. Before you can get the nvg level 3 teaching assistant, you have to study towards its attainment. Usually it will take one to two years before you can move to it from level 1 award. You should also be in employment either as part time or in short term placement or as part of an apprenticeship program. The study course helps you to achieve the confidence you need before your actual assessment for your qualifications. Because it is a vocational qualification, you do not have a time limit to move from lower levels to nvq level 3 teaching assistant. During the assessment, the assessor will observe you in your workplace or will ask you to simulate your work environment. He/She will then ask you questions related to your line of work. From the demonstration of skill and your answers to the questions, you will be awarded with the nvq level 3 teaching assistant.

What do you mean by level 3 teaching assistant?

The National Vocational Qualification comes in different levels. Level 1 is considered as the entry level position. You have to demonstrate the basic skills required as a teaching assistant to qualify. As you move to higher levels, you are expected to show variety of skills needed in different settings. Nvq level 3 teaching assistant is considered to be a of higher standards. The assessor looks at your ability to work independently and with at least some supervisory functions. The more you improve; you can request for the levels 4 and 5 that are designed for senior teaching assistants. Here, you must be able to be accountable for the works of your subordinates. You should also show an excellent self-determination and the ability to systematically organize your work and responsibilities. The nvq level 3 teaching assistant course is Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools and is systematic that will help you gear towards the achievement of the next level as part of your career path development.

What are your other options while working as a teaching assistant?

Okay, so have stayed in this position for some time and you want to level up. Your vast experience in handling student activities and promoting a positive learning environment make you highly qualified to move further. At this point, you can apply for the next level certification. It usually takes 6 months as full time and 1 to 2 years as part time to get the award. You can also explore in other careers as youth workers, child care workers, learning mentors and school teacher. All these things will depend on how fast you want to move from your nvq level 3 teaching assistant status.