RCPSC Exam Preparation

Emergency Medicine Oral Boards Coaching (RCPSC)

Fully virtual, live small‑group coaching for Emergency Medicine residents preparing for the RCPSC oral examination. Practice high‑stakes cases out loud, refine your frameworks, and receive focused feedback over 4–5 weeks.

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Duration

4–5 Weeks

Format

Fully Virtual — Live Online

Audience

RCPSC EM Residents & Physicians

Group Size

3–5 Candidates per Cohort

Tuition

$1,350 CAD

Includes

Weekly Coaching + Final Mock Oral Circuit

Program Outcomes

Use clear, structured frameworks for undifferentiated ED presentations

Verbalize priorities in resuscitation and stabilization under time pressure

Organize differential diagnoses and management plans out loud

Respond to examiner probing questions with confidence and clarity

Identify personal patterns, blind spots, and performance habits

Virtual Mock Oral Experience

Live, timed oral cases delivered via secure video platform

Faculty with RCPSC EM experience acting as examiners

Structured scoring using exam‑style domains

Verbal debrief plus written feedback summary

Program Structure & Syllabus (4–5 Weeks)

Weeks 1–3 — Weekly Small‑Group Coaching Sessions

Format & Flow

Weekly 90–120 minute live online sessions with 3–5 candidates. Each session includes 2–3 oral cases, with candidates rotating as the primary responder while others observe and contribute.

Week 1 — Resuscitation & Core ED Presentations

Shock, sepsis, chest pain/ACS, shortness of breath, anaphylaxis, and altered LOC. Emphasis on ABCs, initial stabilization, and communicating priorities out loud.

Week 2 — Neuro, Trauma, Toxicology & Environmental

Headache, stroke/TIA, major trauma overview, overdose/tox, hypo/hyperthermia, and environmental exposures. Focus on red‑flag identification and safe, structured approaches.

Week 3 — Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Psychiatric & Special Populations

Pediatric fever/resp distress, early pregnancy complications, acute psych presentations, and geriatric or medically complex cases with multiple comorbidities.

Week 4 (±5) — Full Virtual Mock Oral Circuit

Mock Oral Exam Circuit

Live, timed circuit of 6–8 oral cases delivered in succession, simulating exam‑day pacing. Candidates are assessed across clinical reasoning, prioritization, and communication domains.

Feedback & Performance Summary

Individualized feedback session reviewing strengths, growth areas, pacing, and clarity. Candidates receive a brief written summary and suggested study focus for the remaining prep period.

Self‑Practice & Peer Drills

Guidance on self‑recording, peer‑to‑peer practice, and case lists to rehearse between sessions, reinforcing frameworks and exam‑style phrasing.

Prerequisites

Emergency Medicine resident or practicing EM physician

Planning to sit, or recently scheduled for, the RCPSC EM oral examination

Reliable internet connection and webcam for virtual sessions

What’s Included

4–5 weeks of live, faculty‑led virtual coaching

Multiple oral cases per session with direct questioning

Full virtual mock oral circuit with structured scoring

Individual feedback summary and exam‑day preparation tips

Upcoming Virtual Coaching Cohorts

Cohort	Dates	Format	Group Size	Tuition
Winter Cohort A	Feb 03 – Mar 07	Weekly Sessions + Final Mock	3–5 candidates	$1,350	Register
Winter Cohort B	Mar 10 – Apr 11	Weekly Sessions + Final Mock	3–5 candidates	$1,350	Register
Spring Cohort	Apr 21 – May 23	Weekly Sessions + Final Mock	3–5 candidates	$1,350	Register

Certification

Upon successful completion, learners receive a Certificate of Completion from VIVI Institute of Clinical Education. Curriculum aligns with CNO expectations and VICE Clinical Competency Standards.

Refund & Cancellation

Changes ≥ 5 days before class: permitted (admin fee may apply)

No refunds within 120 hours of class start

Blended modules: online keys are non‑refundable once issued

FAQs

Is this course suitable for beginners?

Yes. Foundational theory is covered before supervised hands‑on practice.

Do I need prior IV insertion experience?

No. Experience helps, but the skills lab is designed for all levels.

Will I get a certificate the same day?

Certificates are issued after competency sign‑off, typically same day.

Ready to sharpen your RCPSC EM oral exam performance?

Join a small‑group virtual coaching cohort to practice real exam‑style cases out loud, refine your frameworks, and receive targeted feedback before exam day.

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