{"id":31079,"date":"2025-09-19T18:20:53","date_gmt":"2025-09-19T18:20:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/?p=31079"},"modified":"2026-06-16T16:25:29","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T16:25:29","slug":"pebc-qualifying-exam-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/pebc-qualifying-exam-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"PEBC Qualifying Exam 2025: Format, Passing Score, and Preparation Guide"},"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-qualifying-exam-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\/pebc-qualifying-exam-2025\/#Introduction_to_the_PEBC_Qualifying_Exam\" >Introduction to the PEBC Qualifying Exam<\/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-qualifying-exam-2025\/#PEBC_Qualifying_Exam_Format_Overview\" >PEBC Qualifying Exam: Format Overview<\/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-qualifying-exam-2025\/#PEBC_Qualifying_Exam_Parts_1_and_2\" >PEBC Qualifying Exam Parts 1 and 2<\/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-qualifying-exam-2025\/#PEBC_Qualifying_Exam_Syllabus_2025\" >PEBC Qualifying Exam Syllabus (2025)<\/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-qualifying-exam-2025\/#PEBC_Qualifying_Exam_Fees\" >PEBC Qualifying Exam Fees<\/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-qualifying-exam-2025\/#PEBC_Exam_Fee_Structure\" >PEBC Exam Fee Structure<\/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-qualifying-exam-2025\/#PEBC_Exam_Pass_Rate\" >PEBC Exam Pass Rate<\/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\/pebc-qualifying-exam-2025\/#Preparation_Strategies_for_the_Canadian_Pharmacist_Licensing_Exam\" >Preparation Strategies for the Canadian Pharmacist Licensing 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\/pebc-qualifying-exam-2025\/#Registration_Process\" >Registration Process<\/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\/pebc-qualifying-exam-2025\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/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\/pebc-qualifying-exam-2025\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_the_PEBC_Exam\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About the PEBC Exam<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"31079\" class=\"elementor elementor-31079\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-79c47292 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"79c47292\" 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-70996f49 sc_content_align_inherit sc_layouts_column_icons_position_left sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"70996f49\" 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-113a049a sc_fly_static elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"113a049a\" 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=\"font-weight: 400; color: #ffcc00;\">Key Takeaways:<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The PEBC Qualifying Exam is mandatory for pharmacists seeking licensure in Canada and consists of two parts: Part 1 (MCQ) and Part 2 (OSCE).<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both parts must be passed within three years to obtain the PEBC Certificate of Qualification.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The exam tests entry-to-practice competence, including patient care, pharmacy practice, ethics, communication, and collaboration.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staying updated on changes, such as the 2025 PEBC Evaluating Exam reforms and syllabus adjustments, is essential for targeted preparation and success.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The PEBC Qualifying Exam is the last and most important exam for pharmacists who want to practice in Canada.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is made up of two difficult parts that check the theoretical and clinical skills of the candidates for the level of competence required for the entry-level.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To be able to pass the exam, it is essential to know the format, the topics, the fees, and the preparation required; this is a must, especially for international pharmacists aiming for the Canadian license in 2025.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #ffcc00;\">Introduction to the PEBC Qualifying Exam<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The PEBC Qualifying Exam is a national two-part certification assessment that graduates of pharmacy schools should undergo in order to get licensed in Canada.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The exam tests the decision-making ability of the professional, competency, and clinical skills in a real-world scenario, and all this in compliance with Canadian standards.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is a test recognized all over the country that acts as an indicator of the practice of pharmacy at a safe level.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #ffcc00;\">PEBC Qualifying Exam: Format Overview<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Qualifying Exam is divided into two separate sections:<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Part 1: Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQ)<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Computer-based, single-day exam.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Duration: About 4.5 hours.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generally, 140 MCQs are the main feature of the exam; each one is constructed in a way to test various pharmacy knowledge areas that involve patient care, professional ethics, and problem-solving.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The candidates get several choices, and from them, they have to select the most appropriate one.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Part 2: Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE)<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An in-person functional exam made up of clinical stations.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, evaluates the ability to perform in a simulated pharmacy scene through dispensing, patient counseling, medication review, and collaboration.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the basis of the practical component, the candidate\u2019s communication, ethical judgment, and safe practice behaviors are assessed in real-time.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first option is that candidates can decide to take each part alone or take both simultaneously. However, to be accredited by PEBC, they have to pass both examinations within three years.<\/span>\n\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=\"font-weight: 400; color: #ffcc00;\">PEBC Qualifying Exam Parts 1 and 2<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) section of Part 1 demands from a candidate the use of professional pharmaceutical knowledge, critical thinking skills, and patient-centric judgement. The second part, the Objective Structured Clinical Exam (OSCE), through its seamless set-up, resembles the actual practice environment and allows those clinical skills to be performed directly.<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In part 1, more emphasis is put on various aspects of calculation, therapeutics, law, and distribution in relation to the theoretical side of pharmaceutical knowledge.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The second part (OSCE) comprises involvement in direct patient care scenarios, information about the data source of drugs, and professional interaction.<\/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=\"font-weight: 400; color: #ffcc00;\">PEBC Qualifying Exam Syllabus (2025)<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The qualifying exam syllabus of <a href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/pebc-exam-preparation-course\/\">PEBC<\/a> for the year 2025 is based almost entirely on the Canadian PharmD curriculum and the main areas of pharmacy practice:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ethical, Legal, and Professional Responsibilities: Ethical, legal, and professional issues; Regulation, jurisprudence, and ethical dilemmas.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patient-Centered Care: Assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic interventions.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Product Distribution: The product and procedure for distribution through the practice of drug storage and dispensing.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practice Setting: Pharmacy operations and workflow.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health Promotion: The main areas of study were public health, health promotion, and education.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research Application: Practice that is grounded in related scientific studies and the proper usage of data.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Communication and Education: The main areas of discussion during the interprofessional meeting included patient education and counseling, and teamwork.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collaboration and Safety: The areas that were focused on during the discussion were the teamwork aspects, cooperation among different disciplines, and safety measures.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The structure permits surgeons to examine the necessary skills of a first-year pharmacist in Canada when they take the exam. They should not only study the basic pharmaceutical knowledge but also manage their cases through scenarios based on that knowledge.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #ffcc00;\">PEBC Qualifying Exam Fees<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exam fees for 2025 are as follows:<\/span>\n<h2 style=\"text-align:center; color:#D69E33; margin-top:40px; margin-bottom:20px; font-size:26px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PEBC_Exam_Fee_Structure\"><\/span>\n  PEBC Exam Fee Structure\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<style>\n  .fee-table {\n    width: 100%;\n    max-width: 700px;\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  .fee-table thead {\n    background-color: #D69E33;\n    color: #fff;\n  }\n  .fee-table th,\n  .fee-table td {\n    padding: 14px 18px;\n    text-align: left;\n  }\n  .fee-table tbody tr:nth-child(even) {\n    background-color: #f9f9f9;\n  }\n  .fee-table tbody tr:hover {\n    background-color: #f1f7fc;\n    transition: background-color 0.3s ease;\n  }\n  .fee-table th {\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n    letter-spacing: 0.5px;\n    font-size: 15px;\n  }\n<\/style>\n\n<table class=\"fee-table\">\n  <thead>\n    <tr>\n      <th>Exam Component<\/th>\n      <th>Fee (CAD)<\/th>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/thead>\n  <tbody>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Document Evaluation<\/td>\n      <td>715<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Evaluating Examination<\/td>\n      <td>910<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Qualifying Exam Part I<\/td>\n      <td>855<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Qualifying Exam Part II<\/td>\n      <td>1,915<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Rescoring (MCQ)<\/td>\n      <td>100<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Rescoring (OSCE)<\/td>\n      <td>200<\/td>\n    <\/tr>\n  <\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fees may change, and the payment should be made through authorized online channels (using a credit card) or via bank draft (for international candidates). Refund policies and rescheduling charges may also apply.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #ffcc00;\">PEBC Exam Pass Rate<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pass rates offer insight into exam difficulty and candidate performance:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The rate of passing the PEBC Evaluating Exam has historically been around 36% for candidates who have taken the exam for the first time, and small changes that will most probably occur after the recent update to a 140-question format are expected.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually, Parts 1 and 2 of the qualifying exam have higher pass rates; however, the exact numbers for 2025 should be taken from the annual PEBC reports and official board announcements.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In terms of the evaluation exam, the pass threshold should be set at around 60%.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #ffcc00;\">Preparation Strategies for the Canadian Pharmacist Licensing Exam<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Success on the PEBC qualifying exam stems from:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Structured Study Plan: 3\u20136 months of organized preparation, more than 400 hours of review time, are the main components of the study plan, which was confirmed by the evidence from the successful candidates. It is very important to follow a well-structured study plan. The main components of the study plan are as follows: the preparation should last for 3-6 months, the total practice time should be over 400 hours, and the plan should be confirmed by the evidence of the successful candidates.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comprehensive Practice: Completing over 2,000 practice questions and scenario-based case reviews.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reference Materials: Utilizing recommended PEBC blueprints, sample questions, textbooks, and Canadian clinical guidelines.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Study Groups: Collaborating with peers or joining accredited training programs for accountability and feedback.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simulation Practice: Practicing real-world scenarios for OSCE stations, potentially using mock exam environments.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Language Proficiency: Strong command of English medical and pharmacy terminology (IELTS 7.5+ helps the understanding and the response speed) was used.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exam Technique: Time management, the use of a particular strategy for answering, and also exploiting resources like calculators and online references during MCQs for better performance were the techniques identified.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #ffcc00;\">Registration Process<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates must:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provide documents for evaluation on eligibility.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secure a seat early for the particular exam (on a first-come, first-served basis).<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carry out online registration through the PEBC portal and pay the fees.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #ffcc00;\">Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The PEBC qualifying exam is the last step in the process of licensing a pharmacist in Canada, which assesses the skills through MCQs and OSCE stations.<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get a clear vision of both knowledge and skills tested\u2014use the official blueprint and example questions for reference while preparing.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think of fees, timeline, and registration requirements well in advance.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By passing the examination, eligibility for provincial registration is gained\u2014thus, the practice of pharmacy in Canada is the only way that is closed beyond.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Future pharmacists must stay informed by checking the official PEBC website regularly for the latest changes and announcements regarding the qualifying exam parts, syllabus, fee structure, and pass rate statistics. With concerted preparation, familiarity with the present exam format, and expert-led study strategies, candidates have the greatest possible chances of becoming licensed Canadian pharmacists in 2025.<\/span>\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-fb8bb4f elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"fb8bb4f\" 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-2322eaa sc_content_align_inherit sc_layouts_column_icons_position_left sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"2322eaa\" 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-e1581aa sc_fly_static elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"e1581aa\" 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 Exam\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. 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