Exam Resources

Local Resources

There is locally organised trainee led Final VIVA practice provided by PASS (Peer-led Anaesthetic Study Sessions) to coincide with each exam sitting. Places are allocated on a first-come first-served basis. For more information contact bsoa.pass@nhs.net

The Royal College has a section on their website called 'Resources for Candidates'. Any prospective exam candidate should read throught this section carefully. This includes links to the Exam Syllabus, e-Learning Anaesthesia and ‘The Candidate’ Newsletter.

There are also areas dedicated to both the Primary or Final FRCA. Here you will find ‘Run Through’ videos that show what you can expect on the day of the exam.

In addition there is also a series of OSCE ‘spotlight’ videos.  There are seven videos:  History, Communication, Physical examination, Technical Skills, Interactive Resuscitation, Equipment check and a demonstration of a station that uses a touch screen computer, ‘the unmanned station’.

CT1 & ST4 Interviews

The RCoA has prepared two videos showcasing mock interviews - one for CT1 and one for ST4 - designed to give candidates a clear idea of what to expect during the process.

Please use the link below to access the videos

Recruitment into anaesthesia | The Royal College of Anaesthetists