{"id":31064,"date":"2025-09-19T17:21:05","date_gmt":"2025-09-19T17:21:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/?p=31064"},"modified":"2025-09-19T17:34:34","modified_gmt":"2025-09-19T17:34:34","slug":"pebc-osce-exam-preparation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/pebc-osce-exam-preparation\/","title":{"rendered":"PEBC OSCE Exam Preparation: Structure, Sample Scenarios, and Study Strategies"},"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\" 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/pebc-osce-exam-preparation\/#Key_Concepts\" >Key Concepts:<\/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\/pebc-osce-exam-preparation\/#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\/pebc-osce-exam-preparation\/#PEBC_Qualifying_OSCE_Exam_Format\" >PEBC Qualifying OSCE Exam Format<\/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\/pebc-osce-exam-preparation\/#PEBC_Qualifying_exam_OSCE_part_at_a_glance\" >PEBC Qualifying exam OSCE part at a glance:<\/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\/pebc-osce-exam-preparation\/#PEBC_OSCE_Exam_Day_Schedule\" >PEBC OSCE Exam Day Schedule<\/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\/pebc-osce-exam-preparation\/#Pharmacy_OSCE_Sample_Scenarios_You_May_Encounter\" >Pharmacy OSCE Sample Scenarios You May Encounter<\/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\/pebc-osce-exam-preparation\/#PEBC_OSCE_Case_Scenario_Types\" >PEBC OSCE Case Scenario Types<\/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\/pebc-osce-exam-preparation\/#PEBC_Qualifying_OSCE_Exam_Preparation_Tips\" >PEBC Qualifying OSCE Exam Preparation Tips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link 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class=\"elementor elementor-31064\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-1dad5fdf elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"1dad5fdf\" 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-2983a18f sc_content_align_inherit sc_layouts_column_icons_position_left sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"2983a18f\" 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-402c4434 sc_fly_static elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"402c4434\" 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&nbsp;\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Key Concepts:<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC) conducts two exams to evaluate the readiness of pharmacists to practice in the Canadian healthcare system.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They are PEBC Evaluating Exam and PEBC Qualifying Exam<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PEBC Qualifying exam have two parts-Part1-MCQ and Part 2-OSCE<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The PEBC OSCE Exam tests the ability of candidates to apply pharmacy knowledge in real-life scenarios.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are 11 stations (9 interactive and 2 non-interactive)<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The duration of the exam is a total time of 6.5 hours including breaks.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The exam evaluates the knowledge of candidates in clinical reasoning, communication, and time management.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates should strategically Prepare for the examination by role-playing, reviewing guidelines, and taking mock OSCEs under timed conditions.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Introduction:<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">International pharmacy Candidates who wish to practice in Canada, should attempt two exams. <a href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/pebc-exam-preparation-course\/\">PEBC Evaluating exam<\/a> and PEBC Qualifying exam. The PEBC qualifying exam is conducted in two parts-Part 1 (MCQs) and Part 2 (OSCE)\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The PEBC Pharmacist Qualifying Examination \u2013 Part II (OSCE) is a highly competitive and tough exam which evaluates the clinical skills of pharmacists seeking licensure in Canada. This exam assesses not only theoretical\u00a0 knowledge but also the ability to communicate,clinical solving skills and provide safe therapeutic care to the patients.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This guide will cover the PEBC OSCE format, sample pharmacy OSCE case scenarios, exam-day schedule, preparation tips, pass rate, and strategies to help you succeed.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>PEBC Qualifying OSCE Exam Format<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>Qualifying OSCE format<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is designed to make candidates familiar with the real-life scenarios that they will come across in Canadian pharmacies<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>There are Total 11 Stations in which<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 9 are interactive and 2 non-interactive<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>In Each station a candidates will get <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7 minutes per station ( 2 minutes to read instructions)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>At Interactive Stations, it<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Involve role-play of candidate with a examiner who will be a Standardized Patients (SPs), caregivers, or health professionals<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>At Non-Interactive Stations, candidates have to give<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> written answers, find error in the given content, or prescription review<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At some OSCE stations, references are provided which are accepted by the PEBC.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<b>Types of stations<\/b>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patient counseling<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medication history taking<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prescription verification<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drug information requests<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OTC consultation<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Problem-solving and follow-up<\/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\/pebc-exam-preparation-course\/\">\n\ud83d\udc49 Join the PEBC Preparation Course Now <\/a><\/div>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>PEBC Qualifying exam OSCE part at a glance:<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<style>\n  .exam-table {\n    width: 100%;\n    max-width: 800px;\n    margin: 30px auto;\n    border-collapse: collapse;\n    font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\n    font-size: 16px;\n    box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\n    border-radius: 8px;\n    overflow: hidden;\n  }\n  .exam-table thead {\n    background-color: #D69E33;\n    color: #fff;\n  }\n  .exam-table th,\n  .exam-table td {\n    padding: 14px 18px;\n    text-align: left;\n  }\n  .exam-table tbody tr:nth-child(even) {\n    background-color: #f9f9f9;\n  }\n  .exam-table tbody tr:hover {\n    background-color: #f1f7fc;\n    transition: background-color 0.3s ease;\n  }\n  .exam-table th {\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n    letter-spacing: 0.5px;\n    font-size: 15px;\n  }\n<\/style>\n\n<table class=\"exam-table\">\n  <thead>\n    <tr>\n      <th>Component of Exam<\/th>\n      <th>Description<\/th>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/thead>\n  <tbody>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Exam Duration<\/td>\n      <td>6.5 hours in total<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Exam Sessions<\/td>\n      <td>AM or PM (based on PEBC Prioritization System)<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Pre-Exam Process<\/td>\n      <td>Registration, ID verification, Candidate\u2019s Agreement signing<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Exam Materials<\/td>\n      <td>Candidate Notebook, pencils, barcode labels, ID badge<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Scoring<\/td>\n      <td>Objective criteria, observed by trained pharmacist assessors<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/tbody>\n<h2 style=\"text-align:center; color:#D69E33; margin-top:40px; margin-bottom:20px; font-size:26px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PEBC_OSCE_Exam_Day_Schedule\"><\/span>\n  PEBC OSCE Exam Day Schedule\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<style>\n  .schedule-table {\n    width: 100%;\n    max-width: 800px;\n    margin: 0 auto 30px auto;\n    border-collapse: collapse;\n    font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\n    font-size: 16px;\n    box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\n    border-radius: 8px;\n    overflow: hidden;\n  }\n  .schedule-table thead {\n    background-color: #D69E33;\n    color: #fff;\n  }\n  .schedule-table th,\n  .schedule-table td {\n    padding: 14px 18px;\n    text-align: left;\n  }\n  .schedule-table tbody tr:nth-child(even) {\n    background-color: #f9f9f9;\n  }\n  .schedule-table tbody tr:hover {\n    background-color: #f1f7fc;\n    transition: background-color 0.3s ease;\n  }\n  .schedule-table th {\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n    letter-spacing: 0.5px;\n    font-size: 15px;\n  }\n<\/style>\n\n<table class=\"schedule-table\">\n  <thead>\n    <tr>\n      <th>Activity<\/th>\n      <th>Duration<\/th>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/thead>\n  <tbody>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Admission &#038; Registration<\/td>\n      <td>30\u201360 minutes<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Demo of Timing Signals &#038; Wait<\/td>\n      <td>60 minutes<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>1st Half of OSCE<\/td>\n      <td>90 minutes<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Mid-Session Break<\/td>\n      <td>20 minutes<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>2nd Half of OSCE<\/td>\n      <td>90 minutes<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Sign-out &#038; Sequestering<\/td>\n      <td>30\u201390 minutes<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Pharmacy OSCE Sample Scenarios You May Encounter<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2 style=\"text-align:center; color:#D69E33; margin-top:40px; margin-bottom:20px; font-size:26px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PEBC_OSCE_Case_Scenario_Types\"><\/span>\n  PEBC OSCE Case Scenario Types\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<style>\n  .scenario-table {\n    width: 100%;\n    max-width: 800px;\n    margin: 0 auto 30px auto;\n    border-collapse: collapse;\n    font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\n    font-size: 16px;\n    box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\n    border-radius: 8px;\n    overflow: hidden;\n  }\n  .scenario-table thead {\n    background-color: #D69E33;\n    color: #fff;\n  }\n  .scenario-table th,\n  .scenario-table td {\n    padding: 14px 18px;\n    text-align: left;\n  }\n  .scenario-table tbody tr:nth-child(even) {\n    background-color: #f9f9f9;\n  }\n  .scenario-table tbody tr:hover {\n    background-color: #f1f7fc;\n    transition: background-color 0.3s ease;\n  }\n  .scenario-table th {\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n    letter-spacing: 0.5px;\n    font-size: 15px;\n  }\n<\/style>\n\n<table class=\"scenario-table\">\n  <thead>\n    <tr>\n      <th>Case Scenario Type<\/th>\n      <th>Example<\/th>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/thead>\n  <tbody>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Patient Counseling<\/td>\n      <td>Educate a patient on insulin injection technique<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Medication History<\/td>\n      <td>Collect a complete medication list for a patient with polypharmacy<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Prescription Review<\/td>\n      <td>Identify a drug interaction between warfarin and TMP-SMX<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>OTC Consultation<\/td>\n      <td>Recommend appropriate antihistamine for seasonal allergies<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Drug Information<\/td>\n      <td>Provide evidence-based answer for antibiotic prophylaxis<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Clinical Problem-Solving<\/td>\n      <td>Adjust therapy for uncontrolled hypertension<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Professionalism \/ Ethics<\/td>\n      <td>Handle a dispensing error disclosure scenario<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>PEBC Qualifying OSCE Exam Preparation Tips<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the common strategic preparation to succeed in OSCE exam is:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understand the Format and prepare for exam timing and practice reading instructions quickly.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Develop the ability to Review Clinical Guidelines which Focus on Canadian guidelines (diabetes, hypertension, asthma, etc.)<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates must Practice Role-Playing by Interacting with peers as patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improve on Communication skills by Speaking clearly, and maintain a patient-centric care.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Develop Time Management skills by Allocating time for assessment, counseling, and error finding<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular practice of Mock OSCE tests under timed conditions and focus on the weak areas and do revision<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prepare summarized Notes and Use for structured frameworks like PPCP (Pharmacist Patient Care Process).<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn to Stay Calm to avoid anxiety during exams by practicing breathing techniques to manage exam-day stress.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<iframe title=\"From Punjab to Canada | All About PEBC Exam 2025 | Pharmacist Licensing Guide for Canada\" width=\"1260\" height=\"709\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/e0CL0Dwhu2E?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>What to Expect during the PEBC Qualifying OSCE exam?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Interactive Stations:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You will be observed by assessors and sometimes video-recorded.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Non-Interactive Stations:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Focus on documentation accuracy and bubble-sheet technique.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Barcode Labels:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Attach the correct barcode to answer sheets and give them to assessors.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Confidentiality:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> No communication with other candidates during breaks.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Station Materials:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Do not write on or mark reference materials \u2013 only use your Candidate Notebook.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>PEBC OSCE Pass Rate<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The PEBC Qualifying OSCE pass rate typically ranges from 65%<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates who prepare with mock OSCEs and focus on communication + problem-solving skills have higher success rates.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular practice and familiarity with Canadian guidelines significantly improve performance of candidates in exams.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The PEBC Qualifying exam consists of two parts. Part-1 is MCQ and Part-2 is OSCE. The OSCE Exam is a comprehensive test which evaluates the clinical skills that plays a crucial role in the readiness of a pharmacist to practice pharmacy in Canada.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding the exam format, schedule, and expectations is significant to avoid anxiety on exam day. Candidates must prepare with a structured study, role-play practice, and time management strategies to boost performance.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the right preparation, you can confidently pass the OSCE and take the next step toward becoming a licensed pharmacist in Canada.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-26882e2 sc_fly_static elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"26882e2\" 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 PEBC OSCE\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. How many stations are in the PEBC OSCE?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>There are 11 scored stations (9 interactive + 2 non-interactive), plus rest stations.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">2. How long is each OSCE station?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Each station is 7 minutes, with 2 minutes for reading instructions.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">3. What should I bring to the exam?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Nothing \u2013 all materials (pencils, notebook, barcode labels) are provided at registration.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">4. Are reference materials allowed?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Yes, but only if provided in the station. Candidates must be familiar with them to use efficiently.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">5. What happens during rest stations?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>You may take a short break, request a washroom break (escorted), and drink water.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">6. Can I leave the exam early?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>No, candidates must remain under exam conditions until dismissed by the Chief Administrator.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">7. How is the OSCE graded?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Assessors use standardized scoring sheets based on competencies like communication, problem-solving, and professionalism.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">8. What is the pass rate for the PEBC OSCE?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Around 65\u201375% of first-time candidates pass.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">9. 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