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Ace the OSCE

ACEM OSCE Preparation Course

A small-group, in-person course at the Westmead Simulation Centre, run by FACEM educators since 2016.

Course options

Choose how you prepare

Start with our free online Evening Taster, then join the in-person course for a full day of coached OSCE practice.

Online OSCE preparation session

Evening Taster: Tips and Tricks

  • Dates to be announced
  • Online via Zoom

A free online introduction to the course. Course co-director Dr Laura Brown leads a focused discussion on your approach to OSCE revision and exam day, with sample stations and practical advice on structuring your preparation.

A recording and course materials are shared with registered participants after sign-up.

  • Exam domain analysis
  • Station type strategies
  • Study techniques
  • Interactive session
  • Sample stations
Faculty coaching candidates at an OSCE station

In-Person Course

  • Dates to be announced
  • Westmead Simulation Centre, Sydney

A full day of coached OSCE practice at the Westmead Simulation Centre, working directly with FACEM faculty experienced in OSCE preparation and exam success.

You’re videoed at practice stations and get specific feedback afterwards, plus a follow-up call 1–2 weeks later.

  • Realistic OSCE stations
  • Immediate personalised feedback
  • Small group environment
  • Take-home video feedback
  • Stations cross-checked by examiners

How it works

Your course, from start to finish

Support before, during and after the in-person day.

  1. 1Before

    Prepare with our resources

    The course manual and OSCE resources, plus a two-minute survey that helps us tailor the day to your group.

  2. 2Morning

    Trial OSCE stations

    Trial OSCE stations under exam conditions, with immediate examiner-style feedback.

  3. 3Afternoon

    Harder stations and coaching

    Harder stations with room-specific coaching from FACEM faculty. You’re videoed as you practise.

  4. 4After

    Feedback and follow-up

    Specific feedback on your recorded stations, plus a follow-up call 1–2 weeks later.

What we cover

  • Practical exam performance
  • Communication
  • Standardised Case-Based Discussions (SCBDs)
  • Structured clinical reasoning
  • Examiner-calibrated OSCE practice
  • Exam tips, heuristics and performance strategies
  • Trial stations reviewed for domain relevance and quality

Testimonials

What our participants say

“I passed the recent OSCEs. Ace the OSCE was awesome and really helped me in a lot of ways about sticking to structure and improve my station planning and also implementation of structures that were already in my head. This was my second attempt and I would like to thank everyone involved.”
Course participant who passed the OSCE, 10/2023
“Multiple stations under exam conditions was amazing. Forced to have a structure to entering a room I didn't think I would get anything right in. SCBDs were the most terrifying - in a good way! Really excellent to get immediate feedback instead of ruminating. Loved Laura's session, huge amount of intel in short space of time, well delivered.”
Course participant, 02/2022
“The mentorship style. Reflecting on structure and most of all learning a strategy for how to use the prep time well and where to focus attention per domains.”
ACEM Fellow, 2022
“I had been terrified of the OSCE because I didn't really have a framework for how to tackle preparing for it. Dr Coggins' insight around these stations has been very helpful.”
Course participant, 02/2022
“Brilliant course - thank you very much to the fantastic faculty for all of the time you dedicated to putting this course together for us!”
Course participant, 04/2018
“Really well set up course specific to the OSCE, found it very useful and really have no negative feedback. Thanks!”
Course participant, 10/2017

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Who is the course for?

ACEM trainees preparing for the Fellowship Clinical Examination (OSCE), whether it’s your first attempt or you’re resitting.

Where is the in-person course held?

At the Simulation Centre (SiLECT), Level 3 WECC, Westmead Hospital, Cnr Hawkesbury Road and Darcy Road, Westmead NSW 2145. The course runs from 8:00am to 5:00pm. Current dates are shown on our course page and on Humanitix.

Can I pay in instalments?

Yes. Humanitix offers payment plans: reserve your place now and pay over time with automatic payments on a saved card, with no credit checks. Your ticket is released once the final payment is made.

What do I get before the course?

The course manual, access to the Emergencypedia OSCE resource page, crash-course resources and a short pre-course survey.

Is the Evening Taster recorded?

Yes. A recording and course materials are shared with registered participants after sign-up.

What if I can’t attend?

Email acetheosce@gmail.com to discuss deferral or special circumstances.

New to the exam? Read our ACEM OSCE guide

Ready to ace your OSCE?

Join our small group course, or get in touch with any questions.