Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

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Knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) are used in career and job applicant assessments. For example, primary examiners must maintain the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) in current patent law, practice, and procedure. Regular training, similar to continued legal education (CLE) requirements, will be provided to maintain KSAs of primary examiners and they should pass tests to prove that they understand the content of the training. An expanded review of current work products will show evidence of the application of KSAs necessary to maintain full signatory authority.

1. Why would experts suggest that we need more broadly defined KSAs?

Mainly, because the world of business is changing at such a rapid pace and the necessary skill and abilities are changing ...