FFICM SOE & OSCE Exam Technique | Tips from an FRCA Lead Examiner

00:00:00 Start
00:00:10 Disclaimer
00:00:38 Introduction
00:02:00 How to prepare
00:04:54 Structure of the exam (SOE)
00:07:15 Marking
00:11:21 How to answer
00:15:45 Things you should know!
00:19:54 OSCE
00:22:47 Practicalities and advice
00:27:31 Results
00:30:35 Email your questions
00:30:39 Feedback link

Speaker: Dr Claire Mearns (Consultant in Intensive Care Medicine and Anaesthesia, Lead FRCA Examiner)
Video recording and editing: CL
Date of recording: 3rd March 2025

Preparing for the FFICM Structured Oral Examination (SOE) and Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE)? This session, delivered by an FRCA lead examiner, provides essential insights into exam technique, common pitfalls, and strategies for success.

🔹 What you’ll learn in this video:
✔️ How to approach the FFICM SOE & OSCE with confidence
✔️ Common mistakes candidates make – and how to avoid them
✔️ Structuring your answers for maximum marks
✔️ Practical tips to improve your performance

This video is designed to help FFICM candidates optimise their exam technique and navigate the challenges of the Final FFICM.

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DISCLAIMER
This video provides general guidance on exam technique for the FFICM Structured Oral Examination (SOE) and Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE). The insights shared are based on the speaker’s personal experience as an examiner and do not represent the official views of any exam board, institution, or regulatory body.

While we aim to provide helpful strategies and advice, exam formats, marking criteria, and requirements may change over time. Candidates are encouraged to refer to the Faculty of Intensive Care Medicine (FICM) and official FFICM exam resources for the most up-to-date information.

Following the advice in this video does not guarantee success in the exam. Candidates should use a variety of resources and tailor their preparation to their individual needs.

The organisers and speaker assume no responsibility for individual exam outcomes based on the content of this video.