{"id":31363,"date":"2025-10-09T11:39:50","date_gmt":"2025-10-09T11:39:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/?p=31363"},"modified":"2025-10-13T09:56:46","modified_gmt":"2025-10-13T09:56:46","slug":"what-is-the-pebc-osce-exam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/what-is-the-pebc-osce-exam\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is the PEBC OSCE Exam? Format, Structure, and Scoring Explained"},"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\" 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ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/what-is-the-pebc-osce-exam\/#Purpose_and_Importance_of_PEBC_OSCE_in_Pharmacy\" >Purpose and Importance of PEBC OSCE in Pharmacy<\/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\/what-is-the-pebc-osce-exam\/#PEBC_OSCE_Exam_Structure_Stations_and_Scenarios\" >PEBC OSCE Exam Structure: Stations and Scenarios<\/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\/what-is-the-pebc-osce-exam\/#PEBC_OSCE_Exam_Dates_in_2025-26\" >PEBC OSCE Exam Dates in 2025-26<\/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\/what-is-the-pebc-osce-exam\/#Skills_Tested_in_the_PEBC_OSCE_Exam\" >Skills Tested in the PEBC OSCE Exam<\/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\/what-is-the-pebc-osce-exam\/#How_PEBC_OSCE_Scoring_Works\" >How PEBC OSCE Scoring Works?<\/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\/what-is-the-pebc-osce-exam\/#What_are_the_Passing_Criteria_with_success_strategy\" >What are the Passing Criteria with success strategy?<\/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\/what-is-the-pebc-osce-exam\/#Final_Thoughts_Mastering_the_PEBC_OSCE_Exam\" >Final Thoughts: Mastering the PEBC OSCE 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\/what-is-the-pebc-osce-exam\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_the_PEBC_OSCE_Exam\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About the PEBC OSCE Exam<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"31363\" class=\"elementor elementor-31363\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-ddf118d elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"ddf118d\" 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-309a02e6 sc_content_align_inherit sc_layouts_column_icons_position_left sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"309a02e6\" 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-7c2f8250 sc_fly_static elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7c2f8250\" 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 concepts:<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For an overseas pharmacist who wish to practice in Canada have to successfully clear PEBC evaluating and Qualifying examination<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PEBC Qualifying examination have two parts: Part 1 &#8211; MCQs and Part 2 &#8211; OSCE<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PEBC OSCE exam mainly evaluate the communication skills, problem solving and efficiency of a pharmacy to practice safely in Canada<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are 11 stations in the OSCE exam<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Among the 11 stations, 9 are interactive stations and 2 non-interactive<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Time taken to complete the exam is 6.5 hours in total<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Introduction to the OSCE Exam<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For an overseas pharmacist who wishes to become a registered pharmacist in Canada, must pass two mandatory exams. They are <a href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/pebc-exam-preparation-course\/\">PEBC Evaluating examination<\/a> and PEBC qualifying examinations.\u00a0 The PEBC Qualifying examination is further divided into two parts:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Part 1: Multiple-choice questions<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Part 2: OSCE exam (Objective Structured Clinical Examination)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The OSCE exam is a practical, skills-based exam that evaluates the ability of an overseas pharmacist to practice safely and effectively. This exam is for competent entry-level pharmacists in Canada. The OSCE exam focuses on real-world applications through scenarios and structured stations. Understanding the OSCE exam format, OSCE exam structure, and OSCE exam scoring system is very crucial for overseas pharmacists who are preparing as the OSCE dates are approaching for 2025.<\/span>\n\n<iframe title=\"PEBC Exam 2025 | Anaphylaxis Explained for Pharmacists | Epinephrine &amp; Emergency Protocols\" width=\"1260\" height=\"709\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Estt8TXzGYU?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>Purpose and Importance of PEBC OSCE in Pharmacy<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The PEBC OSCE exam guide explains that this test is designed to measure practical competencies required for pharmacy practice in Canada. It ensures that internationally trained pharmacists can:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gather and interpret patient information<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Solve drug therapy and practice problems<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Communicate effectively with patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collaborate in a clinical setting<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apply professional judgment and ethics<\/span>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Together with Part I, the OSCE ensures pharmacists meet Canadian standards of safety and patient care. Meeting OSCE exam eligibility requirements and successfully passing both parts leads to licensure in Canada.<\/span>\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 30px 0;\">\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/pebc-exam-preparation-course\/\" \n     style=\"background-color:#ffcc00; color:#000; padding:15px 25px; \n            font-size:18px; font-weight:bold; text-decoration:none; \n            border-radius:8px; display:inline-block;\">\n   \ud83d\udc49 Join the PEBC Preparation Course Now  <\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>PEBC OSCE Exam Structure: Stations and Scenarios<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The OSCE exam structure consists of 11 examination stations plus rest stations:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9 interactive stations (with standardized patients, caregivers, or healthcare professionals)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 non-interactive stations (written tasks without live interaction)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each station is:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7 minutes long, with an additional 2 minutes to move and read instructions before entering.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furnished with necessary references, instructions, and sometimes aids like a magnifying sheet.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Exam Day Schedule (6.5 hours total):<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>30\u201360 minutes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Admission &amp; registration<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>60 minutes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Demonstration of timing signals, washroom break, waiting<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>90 minutes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: First half of the exam<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>20 minutes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Mid-session break<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>90 minutes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Second half of the exam<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>30\u201390 minutes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Sign-out &amp; sequestering<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start times vary by time zone, but the OSCE exam schedule is standardized across Canada to maintain exam security.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>PEBC OSCE Exam Dates in 2025-26<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Date<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Centers available<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Application dates<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Results released by:<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">November 8, 2025<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calgary<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Edmonton<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hamilton<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kingston<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">London (Ontario)<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Montreal<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ottawa<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Toronto<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vancouver<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kitchener-Waterloo<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">May 30-August 7 (till 12.00 PM noon)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">December 18, 2025 (12.00 PM noon)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">February 22, 2025<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calgary<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hamilton<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kingston<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">London (Ontario)<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Montreal<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ottawa<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Toronto<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vancouver<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">August 29, 2025-November 6<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">March 30, 2025 (12.00 PM noon)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Skills Tested in the PEBC OSCE Exam<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The OSCE exam tests a wide range of professional competencies, including:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patient counseling and medication history-taking<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prescription evaluation and identification of drug therapy problems<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Resolving medication-related issues<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drug information provision and follow-up care<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Communicative skills of a candidates with clinical team<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decision making skills and ability to take responsibilities<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates must interact with a fake patient known as standardized Patient (SP) and\u00a0 Standardized Health Professional (SHP). at the interactive stations.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-interactive stations require written responses such as identifying prescription errors or answering clinical questions.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>How PEBC OSCE Scoring Works?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The OSCE exam scoring system is based on structured rubrics:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The scoring is done by comparing the standardized checklists\u00a0 by the examiners.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examiners assess the accuracy, communication skills and professionalism carried out by the candidates during the exam with the problem-solving skills<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OSCE exam results are published\u00a0 as pass or fail. There will be detailed performance shown as indicators for candidates to understand their strengths and weaknesses.<\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>What are the Passing Criteria with success strategy?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To pass the PEBC OSCE exam, candidates must meet the passing standard across all stations. Success depends on:<\/span>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applicants must know to manage time.\u00a0 They should have an idea about the exam duration.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular practice of mock stations and past scenarios plays a crucial role in the success<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates must focus on competencies that are assessed\u00a0 by PEBC in the OSCE exam<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Book the exam at the earliest\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be prepared for the exam day as the exam duration is around 6.5 hours\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Practical OSCE Exam Tips<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boost the confidence by regular practice of mock stations and stay calm on the exam day<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applicants must consider the OSCE exam schedule to practice during\u00a0 preparation.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improve communication skills. There should be clarity while talking<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understand the Canadian pharmacy guidelines.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><b>Final Thoughts: Mastering the PEBC OSCE Exam<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For overseas candidates, the part 2 of the qualifying exam can be the most challenging part of the whole licensing process. This is the final step before applying for the license. If the candidate is able to successfully clear the exam, it can be a rewarding experience for becoming a licensed pharmacist in Canada.\u00a0<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding the structured OSCE exam pattern, and practising regularly with the\u00a0 OSCE exam practice stations. It will improve the success rates. Candidates must have a clear idea about the OSCE exam scoring system.\u00a0 It ensures that only competent professionals move forward. By preparing early, following the OSCE exam guide, and practicing consistently, you can achieve strong OSCE exam results and take a major step toward your pharmacy career in Canada.<\/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-93bb39a elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"93bb39a\" 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-6b78ba1 sc_content_align_inherit sc_layouts_column_icons_position_left sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"6b78ba1\" 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-e1f9d72 sc_fly_static elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"e1f9d72\" 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;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_the_PEBC_OSCE_Exam\"><\/span>\r\n    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About the PEBC OSCE Exam\r\n  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/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 long is the PEBC OSCE exam?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>The OSCE exam lasts about 6.5 hours including registration, breaks, and the exam itself.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">2. How many stations are in the OSCE exam?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>There are 11 examination stations (9 interactive + 2 non-interactive) plus rest stations.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">3. How much time is given per OSCE station?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Each station is 7 minutes, with 2 extra minutes to read instructions and move between stations.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">4. What skills are tested in the OSCE exam?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Skills include patient counseling, prescription review, drug problem-solving, communication, and decision-making.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">5. Who do candidates interact with at the interactive stations?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Candidates interact with Standardized Patients (SPs), caregivers, or healthcare professionals.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">6. What happens in the non-interactive stations?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Non-interactive stations require written answers, such as identifying prescription errors or providing drug information.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">7. How is the OSCE exam scored?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Examiners use structured rubrics and standardized checklists to assess accuracy, communication, and professionalism.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">8. When are PEBC OSCE exam results released?<\/button>\r\n  <div class=\"panel\">\r\n    <p>Results are typically released 4\u20136 weeks after the exam date.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <button class=\"accordion\">9. 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