FFICM examination preparation course
This 1-day course takes place at the John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford
Objective structured clinical examination (OSCE) and structured oral examination (SOE) stations are conducted under exam conditions to provide a realistic FFICM exam scenario
Timings are identical to the FFICM exam
SOEs are consultant-led
All styles of questions are included e.g. practical, data interpretation, communication
Question standard validated by feedback from FFICM examiners and recent candidates
Lunch and refreshments are provided throughout the day
Individual feedback is provided
Example agenda
08.00-09.00 Registration
09.00-09.30 Introduction
09.30-11.15 OSCE 1 (12 x 7 minute stations with 1 minute breaks)
11.15-11.45 Break
11.45-12.45 OSCE 2 (6 x 7 minute stations with 1 minute breaks)
12.45-14.00 Lunch
14.00-15.30 SOE 1 (9 x 7 minutes stations with 2 minute breaks)
15.30-16.00 Break
16.00-16.45 SOE 2 (5 x 7 minutes stations with 2 minute breaks)
16.45-17.00 Marks and feedback
17.00 Close