MRCP PACES Preparation Course

3rd and 4th January 2026

Online Course Held Via Zoom

About

The MRCP PACES Preparation Course is an intensive two-day virtual programme designed to provide structured and comprehensive preparation for the PACES23 examination. This course is delivered by a distinguished faculty of senior physicians and former PACES examiners with extensive examining and teaching experience. The course focuses on communication and consultation skills assessed in Stations 1a, 4a, 2, and 5 of the PACES23 carousel. Through realistic exam-style scenarios, participants will gain insight into the expectations of examiners, learn to structure their responses effectively, and refine their interpersonal and clinical reasoning skills. Emphasis will be placed on cultural and linguistic awareness, examiner calibration, and performance strategies. With small group sessions and tailored feedback, this course offers a highly focused and supportive environment to enhance confidence and performance in the forthcoming PACES examination.

Aims

  • To familiarise candidates with the PACES23 format and marking structure.
  • To strengthen candidates’ communication and consultation skills across all relevant stations.
  • To develop effective strategies for interacting with surrogates, patients, and examiners.
  • To enhance understanding of examiner expectations and calibration processes.
  • To build candidates’ confidence and competence through structured, scenario-based teaching.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
  • Demonstrate a systematic and structured approach to all communication-based PACES stations.
  • Apply effective consultation techniques within culturally and linguistically diverse contexts.
  • Recognise and address examiner-defined domains to achieve satisfactory scores.
  • Integrate examiner feedback to improve clarity, empathy, and professionalism.
  • Approach the PACES examination with improved preparedness and confidence.

Quick Information
Places are currently available.
Date 3rd and 4th January 2026
Venue
Google Maps 		Online Course Held Via Zoom
Meeting Fee £385.00 (discounted to £290.00 until 30th November 2025)
Closing Date Places will be offered on a first-come-first-served basis and therefore we are unable to provide a precise closing date.
No of Places 16
Dress code Professional/Semi-formal
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