Currently we only run an OSCE course for the membership examination.

Each course lasts a whole day and usually take place two to four weeks prior to the sitting of each exam. This gives candidates time to put into practice the techniques that we teach and put themselves into the best position for passing what can be a gruelling day. We expect candidates to turn up in full "exam mode" and be prepared to work hard at what is a very intense day.

So that we can provide a maximum coach:candidate ratio of 1:4 (more usually 1:3) the number of candidates on each course is strictly limited. Candidates will receive personalised tuition throughout the day by all of the tutors - this tuition is based upon the candidate's performance in each of the OSCE stations.

Whilst some written materials will be provided on the day this is a “hands on” course with an emphasis on doing rather than reading. The score sheets used by the candidates on the day will be given to you as an aide memoir.

Timetable

0815 - Registration

0845 - Introduction

0930 - OSCEs 1 to 4 followed by teaching

1050 - Refreshment break

1110 - OSCEs 5 to 8 followed by teaching

1230 - Lunch break

1315 - OSCEs 9 to 12 followed by teaching

1435 - OSCEs 13 to 16 followed by teaching

1555 - Refreshment break

1615 - OSCEs 17 to 20 followed by teaching

1735 - Review of the day and final comments

Cost

The cost of each place on the course (including materials, refreshments and lunch) is £360.

This is fully refundable until two weeks before the course. Cancellation after this will incur a charge of 50% although your place is transferable to a colleague.