{"id":30466,"date":"2025-09-01T10:54:14","date_gmt":"2025-09-01T10:54:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/?p=30466"},"modified":"2025-09-01T11:00:49","modified_gmt":"2025-09-01T11:00:49","slug":"intern-oral-exam-australia-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/intern-oral-exam-australia-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Intern Oral Exam Australia (2025): A Complete Guide About Eligibility, Format, Question type, and more"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-black ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd9933;color:#dd9933\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd9933;color:#dd9933\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/intern-oral-exam-australia-2025\/#Key_Takeaways\" >Key Takeaways:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/intern-oral-exam-australia-2025\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/intern-oral-exam-australia-2025\/#What_are_the_Eligibility_criteria_to_attempt_an_intern_oral_exam_in_Australia\" >What are the Eligibility criteria to attempt an intern oral exam in Australia?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/intern-oral-exam-australia-2025\/#What_is_the_exam_format_of_the_intern_oral_exam_2025\" >What is the exam format of the intern oral exam 2025?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/intern-oral-exam-australia-2025\/#Key_features_of_the_examination_are\" >Key features of the examination are:\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/intern-oral-exam-australia-2025\/#The_core_structure_of_the_exam_is_divided_into_three_major_parts\" >The core structure of the exam is divided into three major parts.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/intern-oral-exam-australia-2025\/#_Concepts_that_are_assessed\" >\u00a0Concepts that are assessed:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/intern-oral-exam-australia-2025\/#What_are_the_preparation_tips_for_an_intern_oral_exam\" >What are the preparation tips for an intern oral exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/intern-oral-exam-australia-2025\/#What_are_the_fees_for_the_intern_oral_exam\" >What are the fees for the intern oral exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/intern-oral-exam-australia-2025\/#What_are_the_common_questions_in_the_Intern_oral_exam\" >What are the common questions in the Intern oral exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/intern-oral-exam-australia-2025\/#Retake_policy_of_the_examination\" >Retake policy of the examination<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/intern-oral-exam-australia-2025\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/intern-oral-exam-australia-2025\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_the_Intern_Oral_Exam_in_Pharmacy_Australia\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About the Intern Oral Exam in Pharmacy (Australia)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"30466\" class=\"elementor elementor-30466\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-5913b570 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"5913b570\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-extended\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-47a44eb2 sc_content_align_inherit sc_layouts_column_icons_position_left sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"47a44eb2\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-35d3b342 sc_fly_static elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"35d3b342\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Key Takeaways:<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Intern oral examination in Australia is the final step for overseas pharmacists seeking to obtain a license in Australia.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This exam is crucial in obtaining registration from AHPRA to work as a registered pharmacist in Australia.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This examination is conducted to assess the practical knowledge, communication skills, and problem-solving skills of interns<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the preparation of this exam, students must focus on counselling skills, ethics, law, and skills to handle real pharmacy situations<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examiners will assess the confidence and communication skills of an intern pharmacist<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n&nbsp;\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Introduction<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Intern Oral Exam in Australia is the final test that overseas pharmacists should handle before becoming a fully registered pharmacist. This exam is conducted to evaluate the practical application of knowledge, communication skills, and the ability to handle day-to-day pharmacy situations of an intern.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strategic preparation and proper guidance is essential to tackle this examination. This exam encompasses both interpersonal and academic skills. It showcases the ability of an intern to provide a patient-centric approach in their work and be an asset for the Australian healthcare sector<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This comprehensive blog post provides details on all aspects of the exam, from eligibility to study tips.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>What are the Eligibility criteria to attempt an intern oral exam in Australia?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A skills assessment outcome letter received after passing the KAPS\/OPRA exam<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provisional registration with AHPRA as an intern pharmacist<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Completion of 75% of intern hours under the supervision of a registered pharmacist<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Must be enrolled in the Internship Training Program (ITP)<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates must meet the CPD requirements<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>What is the exam format of the intern oral exam 2025?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Pharmacy Board of Australia conducts the oral exam for intern pharmacists under the guidance of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The exam tests applicants\u2019 applied knowledge, patient safety, and interpersonal skills, including proper communication and problem-solving capabilities.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Key features of the examination are:\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Duration of examination is 35-40 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The mode of examination is face-to-face with an examiner<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examiners will be experienced registered pharmacists under the guidance of the PBA<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>The core structure of the exam is divided into three major parts.<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0They are:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Part A: Primary Healthcare<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">-Exam is conducted as role play, where candidates have to manage a patient\u2019s minor health issues (eye infection, rash, or pain)<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Part B: Legal and professional practice <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">-This includes discussions on pharmacy law and professionalism<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Part C: Problem solving and communication<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">-A role play where candidates analyze the prescription of the patient and suggest the appropriate remark<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>\u00a0Concepts that are assessed:<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pharmaceutical calculations &amp; dispensing accuracy<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clinical decision-making<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Counselling and communication skills<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Legal and ethical responsibilities<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Handling complex patient scenarios<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>What are the preparation tips for an intern oral exam?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates must have a good knowledge of the Australian Medicine book<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Students can practice role play, which will improve their communication and counselling skills\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates must have legal knowledge about the Australian Healthcare sector<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practice mock tests regularly under exam-like conditions to build confidence<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Structured preparation with a syllabus aligned with the PBA\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>What are the fees for the intern oral exam?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<style>\n.table-custom {\n  width: 100%;\n  border-collapse: collapse;\n  margin: 20px 0;\n  font-size: 16px;\n  font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\n  box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\n}\n.table-custom th, .table-custom td {\n  border: 1px solid #ddd;\n  padding: 12px 15px;\n  text-align: center;\n}\n.table-custom th {\n  background-color: #005F87;\n  color: #fff;\n  font-weight: bold;\n  text-transform: uppercase;\n}\n.table-custom tr:nth-child(even) {\n  background-color: #f9f9f9;\n}\n.table-custom tr:hover {\n  background-color: #f1f1f1;\n  transition: 0.3s;\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<table class=\"table-custom\">\n  <thead>\n    <tr>\n      <th>Exam<\/th>\n      <th>Fees in AUD<\/th>\n      <th>Fees in INR<\/th>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/thead>\n  <tbody>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Oral Examination Fee (Practice)<\/td>\n      <td>AUD 475.00<\/td>\n      <td>INR 26,985.80<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Oral Exam (Appeal Fee)<\/td>\n      <td>AUD 195.00<\/td>\n      <td>INR 11,078.38<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Oral Examination (Pharmacy Law &#038; Ethics)<\/td>\n      <td>AUD 225.00<\/td>\n      <td>INR 12,782.75<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n&nbsp;\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>What are the common questions in the Intern oral exam?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dispensing errors and day-to-day Scenarios-candidates must identify medication errors in prescriptions. They must be able to explain drug interactions and have the ability to calculate dosages.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates must be able to provide patient counselling; they need to improve their ability to counsel patients, for example, on warfarin, insulin, or antibiotics.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Development of Clinical Scenarios: for example, Advice and points to be noted for a patient with uncontrolled asthma, what advice and checks would you provide as a pharmacist?<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowledge about Law &amp; Ethics: for example, how would you respond to a forged prescription? What are your obligations under PBS?<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Problem-solving and Judgment skills: Handling a conflict between patient safety and customer demand.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<b>After the intern oral examination<\/b>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates will become eligible for general registration with AHPRA<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates can work independently as a registered pharmacist<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There will no longer be a requirement for supervision<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They will be officially recognized as a registered pharmacist in Australia<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 30px 0;\"><a style=\"background-color: #ffcc00; color: #000; padding: 15px 25px; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 8px; display: inline-block;\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/australian-pharmacist-intern-oral-exam-preparation\/\">\n\ud83d\udc49 Enroll now and start your preparation journey with Elite Expertise! <\/a><\/div>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Retake policy of the examination<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates can reapply through the AHPRA portal for the next available sitting if they fail the exam on the first attempt. However, each attempt requires paying the exam fee again.\u00a0<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Conclusion:<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/australian-pharmacist-intern-oral-exam-preparation\/\">intern oral exam<\/a> is an essential step for overseas pharmacists to become registered pharmacists in Australia. It tests clinical knowledge, communication, ethics, and problem-solving skills in an intern pharmacist.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Structured preparation and practice in counseling are essential to handling the exam with confidence. This exam will make interns capable of handling real-life pharmacy challenges.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates who are serious about successfully clearing the intern oral exam in their first attempt, join Elite Expertise and start their personalized preparation journey with confidence and under the guidance of experienced Australian registered pharmacists &#8211; Arief Mohammad &amp; Mrs. Harika Bheemavarapu.<\/span>\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 30px 0;\"><a style=\"background-color: #ffcc00; color: #000; padding: 15px 25px; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 8px; display: inline-block;\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/contact\/\">\nContact Us for Guidance <\/a><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-ebea579 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"ebea579\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-extended\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-564a48b sc_content_align_inherit sc_layouts_column_icons_position_left sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"564a48b\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ca00926 sc_fly_static elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"ca00926\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"max-width:800px; margin:auto; font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">\r\n  <h2 style=\"text-align:center; color:#D69E33; font-size:26px; margin-bottom:20px;\">\r\n    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About the Intern Oral Exam in Pharmacy (Australia)\r\n  <\/h2>\r\n  <style>\r\n    .accordion {\r\n      background-color: #D69E33;\r\n      color: #fff;\r\n      cursor: pointer;\r\n      padding: 14px 18px;\r\n      width: 100%;\r\n      border: none;\r\n      text-align: left;\r\n      outline: none;\r\n      font-size: 16px;\r\n      transition: background-color 0.3s ease;\r\n      margin-bottom: 5px;\r\n      border-radius: 4px;\r\n    }\r\n    .accordion:hover {\r\n      background-color: #D69E33;\r\n    }\r\n    .active-acc, .accordion.active-acc {\r\n      background-color: #005F87;\r\n    }\r\n    .panel {\r\n      padding: 0 18px;\r\n      background-color: #F9F9F9;\r\n      display: none;\r\n      overflow: hidden;\r\n      border-left: 3px solid #0073AA;\r\n      border-radius: 0 0 4px 4px;\r\n      margin-bottom: 10px;\r\n    }\r\n    .panel p {\r\n      margin: 12px 0;\r\n      color: #555;\r\n      line-height: 1.5;\r\n    }\r\n  <\/style>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">1. Who conducts the intern oral exam in pharmacy in Australia?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>The Pharmacy Board of Australia, through AHPRA, conducts the intern oral exam.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">2. Is the intern oral exam compulsory for all interns working in Australia?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Yes, passing the oral exam is mandatory for full pharmacist registration in Australia.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">3. How long does the intern oral exam take?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>The exam typically takes around 40\u201350 minutes to complete.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">4. What format is the exam in 2025?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>The exam may be conducted online or face-to-face, depending on Board updates.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">5. What happens if I fail the oral exam for intern pharmacists?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>You can reapply and retake it, but you may need to complete additional supervised practice.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">6. What topics should I focus on more for the intern oral exam?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Focus on high-risk medicines, patient counselling, dispensing accuracy, and pharmacy law.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">7. Are calculators allowed in the exam?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Yes, calculators are allowed, but you must be confident in pharmaceutical calculations.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">8. Can international pharmacy graduates take the exam?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Yes, international graduates can take it once they complete the internship program in Australia.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">9. 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