PEBC Exam Preparation Resources: MCQ & OSCE Sessions

We’ve pulled together a selection of recorded sessions and podcast content from our IPG library to support your preparation for the PEBC exams. Covering both the MCQ and OSCE, these resources are designed to help you better understand exam structure and expectations, strengthen your clinical and communication skills, and approach exam day with greater clarity and confidence.

PART 1: Decode the PEBC MCQ – Strategy, Stamina & Success

An in-depth look at the MCQ exam format, question types and scoring. Learn study strategies aligned with the PEBC blueprint, time-management techniques and practical methods for interpreting complex questions and eliminating distractors.

Watch Part 1 (MCQ)

PART 2: OSCE Ready – Communication, Clinical Thinking & Confidence

Explore what to expect during the OSCE, including common station types and timing. This session focuses on structured clinical reasoning, patient communication and delivering safe, professional care under time constraints.

Watch Part 2 (OSCE)

Developing Communication & Interpersonal Skills for the OSCE

Strengthen active listening, rapport-building and clear patient communication in OSCE-style scenarios.

Watch the short session

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Beyond the Counter Podcast – Family, Exam and the Pharmacy Dream

Episode 1 | Guest: Atai Okokon

In this episode, internationally trained pharmacist Atai Okokon shares how she prepared for the PEBC exams while balancing work and family responsibilities. She discusses the study strategies, tools and approaches that helped her succeed on her first attempt, offering practical insights and encouragement for IPGs preparing for their own exams.

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Beyond the Counter Podcast – Demands of the MCQ and OSCE

Episode 4 | Guests: Khamoye Williams and Monica Micheal

In this episode, Khamoye Williams and Monica Micheal discuss what the MCQ and OSCE exams truly demand—from strategic preparation to maintaining focus and resilience on exam day. Drawing on their experience supporting many IPGs through the licensure process, they share practical insights to help candidates better understand and approach these exams.

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