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Canada for Pharmacists — OSCE
PEBC — Qualifying Exam Part II (OSCE)
PEBC Qualifying Examination Part II is an objective structured clinical examination (OSCE). It assesses whether you can apply pharmacy knowledge in station-based encounters: gathering information, problem-solving, communication, and professional judgement. It is taken after Part I and is still not a licence — provincial colleges complete registration.
Pathway Snapshot
Pass Part I, apply for a Part II OSCE sitting, complete in-person stations on the assigned exam date, then apply to your provincial or territorial college with PEBC certification and remaining local requirements.
Complete Journey: PEBC Part I pass → Part II OSCE application → OSCE exam day → PEBC certification → Provincial SPT, language, jurisprudence → Practising licence.
Eligibility
You must hold a valid Part I pass and apply in a PEBC Part II window. PEBC sets how many attempts you may make and any expiry of Part I toward Part II eligibility. Confirm the current rules in the candidate manual.
OSCE Exam Details
Stations typically include standardised patients or written/interactive tasks covering prescription problems, self-care, communication, ethics, and safety. The official station count, timing, and scoring method are defined by PEBC for each administration.
Dress and identification rules are published for exam day. Performance is assessed against PEBC’s competency framework, not a single textbook.
What we offer
MCIQ will open PEBC OSCE-style station practice covering communication, therapeutics, and Canadian pharmacy scenarios. Register to be notified when prep is available.
Notify me when PEBC OSCE Prep is available →How to Book
Part II is offered on published dates, often in a limited set of Canadian cities. Apply early; seats can fill. Accommodations requests must follow PEBC deadlines.
After Part II
Passing both Qualifying Examinations leads to PEBC certification as a pharmacist (the wording PEBC uses in its current materials). You then apply to a provincial or territorial college, complete any bridging or structured practical training, jurisprudence, and language requirements, and obtain a licence to practise.
Quebec and some other jurisdictions have additional French or provincial assessment rules. Confirm with the college where you intend to work.
Fees
All figures are approximate and based on 2026 public information. Always confirm exact fees on the official portals before payment.
| Item | Approx. Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Qualifying Exam Part II (OSCE) |
Confirm on pebc.ca | Higher than Part I; per attempt |
Travel to exam city |
Variable | OSCE sites are not available in every province every sitting |
Provincial registration |
Set by each college | After PEBC certification |