Overview of the PLAB Training in London
The Professional and Linguistic Assessments Board test, or the PLAB test, helps to ensure qualified doctors abroad have the right knowledge and skills to practise medicine in the UK. If you qualify as a doctor outside the EEA, you will need to pass your PLAB exam before you can practice medicine in the UK. The PLAB exam has two parts, a PLAB 1 test and a PLAB 2 test. The PLAB Part 1 is a written multiple-choice exam, with 180 single-best-answer questions. While PLAB Part 2 is a practical objective structured clinical exam, known as an OSCE. You’ll need to pass both parts before you can apply for registration with a licence to practise medicine in the UK.
Edoxi in London offers a PLAB Course aiming to prepare doctors to easily pass the PLAB exam. Our comprehensive PLAB exam revision materials include PLAB question banks, mock papers and more. Our industry-experienced trainers will not only ensure you grasp the vast amount of medical knowledge required but also hone your exam technique through mock exams. This will help you develop the speed and strategic thinking necessary to answer all 180 questions within the timeframe, while also applying your knowledge to various scenarios under pressure. EDOXI’s PLAB Training Program aims to assist Overseas Qualified Doctors based in and around London to pass the tests required before they can practice medicine in the UK.
About PLAB Exam
- PLAB Part 1: This is a written multiple-choice exam consisting of 180 single-best-answer (SBA) questions. The questions cover the common and important conditions as well as general UK medical practice.
- PLAB Part 2: This is a practical objective structured clinical examination (OSCE). It consists of 18 scenarios, each lasting eight minutes, designed to reflect real-life settings, including a mock consultation or an acute ward.
- Exam Syllabus: Accident and emergency medicine, cardiovascular system, childhood disorders, dermatology, and more. The topics covered in the PLAB 1 and PLAB 2 exams are mainly based on the standard medical textbooks taught in UK medical schools.
- Exam results declaration date: The results of PLAB Part 1 are declared four weeks after taking the exam, while PLAB Part 2 results are usually announced two weeks after the test.
- Exam dates: The PLAB exam is conducted four times a year (February, May, August, and November).
Benefits of PLAB Course in London
- Work in High-Quality Healthcare System: The UK boasts a well-established and renowned healthcare system, providing doctors with the opportunity to work in world-class medical facilities.
- Career Development Opportunities: The UK offers diverse opportunities for career advancement, including specialisation, research, and access to cutting-edge medical technologies.
- Financial Stability: While the cost of living in the UK can be high, doctors in the UK often enjoy competitive salaries and benefits, providing financial stability and security.
- Global Recognition: Qualifications and experience gained in the UK are globally recognised, opening doors for international career opportunities.
- High Salaried Job: The average salary of a doctor in the UK is approximately GBP 44,000 to GBP 77,000. This allows you to build a strong financial foundation for your future.
PLAB Course Features
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Comprehensive Training
We offer extensive training, providing learners with the up-to-date knowledge and skills required to get the best PLAB scores.
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Hands-On Practice Sessions
We offer practical and hands-on training sessions that allow learners to develop their communication and problem-solving skills.
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Curriculum Designed by Experts
Our curriculum is carefully designed and developed by certified trainers with extensive experience in teaching in the medical field. -
Online Classes
Edoxi also offers online PLAB classes, providing learners with flexibility and accessibility to pursue education.
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Mock Tests for Exam Preparation
Our PLAB Training includes mock tests to help learners get familiar with the exam format & assess their readiness for the test.
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Interactive Learning Sessions
Our highly interactive classroom or PLAB online course training methodology provides an engaging and stimulating learning experience.
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Customisation Option
We offer course customisation options to our learners that will help them learn at their own pace.
Industries Looking for PLAB Professionals
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Multinational Hospitals
Healthcare institutions
PLAB Course Prerequisites
- Medical graduates must possess a degree accepted for limited registration by a university featured in the World Health Organisation Directory of Medical Schools.
- Should have undertaken the IELTS, garnering a minimum score of 7 and 7.0 for each language module.
- The applicants must have finished at least a year of postgraduate clinical practice at a teaching hospital.
PLAB Course Modules
- PLAB 1 exam
- Module 1: Blood and Lymph
- Pallor
- Generalised enlarged lymph nodes
- Bruising/ bleeding/ purpura
- Abnormal blood film
- Module 2: Breast
- Breast lump and pain
- Module 3: Cardiovascular
- Peripheral venous problems
- Peripheral edema, breathlessness
- Peripheral arterial disease
- Palpitations
- Hypertension
- Heart murmur
- Fatigue
- Chest pain
- Module 4: Child Health
- Failure to thrive (Physical, Psychological, and social)
- Developmental problems (Physical, Psychological, and social)
- Congenital abnormalities
- Module 5: Digestive
- Upper GI symptoms
- Nutrition
- Lower GI symptoms
- Jaundice
- Facial pain and swelling
- Anorexia and weight loss
- Abdominal pain
- Abdominal mass
- Module 6: Endocrine
- Thyroid abnormalities
- General endocrine disorder
- Abnormal blood sugar
- Module 7: ENT
- Vertigo
- Nasal symptoms
- Hoarseness and/or stridor
- Hearing problems
- Earache
- Module 8: Ethical and Professional
- Drawing from GMC explanatory guidance
- Drawing from Good medical practice (2013) Duties of a doctor
- Module 9: Eye
- Visual impairment
- Red-eye
- Orbital swelling
- Eye pain
- Module 10: Genitourinary
- Vaginal discharge
- Urethral discharge
- Module 11: Homeostatic
- Electrolyte abnormalities
- Acid-base imbalance and blood gas abnormalities
- Module 12: Infectious diseases
- Viral infections
- Travel medicine and tropical infections
- Serious infection
- Hospital-acquired infection
- Module 13: Mental Health
- Psychosis
- Personality and behavioural disorders
- Mood (affective) problems
- Medically unexplained physical symptoms
- Legal frameworks
- Learning and communication problems
- Eating problems
- Deliberate self-harm
- Confusion
- Anxiety
- Alcohol and drug use disorder and dependence
- Module 14: Musculoskeletal
- Back and neck problems
- Connective tissue disorders
- Foot and ankle problems
- Hand and wrist problems
- Hip problems
- Knee problems
- Rheumatological problems
- Shoulder/upper limb problems
- Skeletal problems, including fractures
- Module 16: Neurological
- Blackouts and faints (funny turns)
- Cranial nerve problems
- Falls
- Headache
- Movement disorders, including tremors and gait problems
- Peripheral nerve problems and abnormalities of sensation
- Seizures
- Speech and language disorder
- Weakness and fatigue
- Module 17: Older adults
- Confusion
- Symptoms of terminal illness
- Module 18: Pharmacological
- Clinical pharmacology (Antimicrobial stewardship, Prescribing safety)
- Module 19: Renal
- Abnormalities of the urine
- Renal problems
- Urinary excretion
- Module 20: Reproductive
- Contraception
- Fertility problems
- Normal pregnancy and care
- Problems in pregnancy, including bleeding
- Irregular vaginal bleeding
- Cervical smear/ colposcopy
- Pelvic mass
- Pelvic pain
- Vulva and vaginal lumps/lesions
- Prolapse
- Urinary incontinence
- Module 21: Respiratory
- Breathlessness
- Chest pain
- Cough and haemoptysis
- Wheeze/ Stridor
- Module 22: Seriously ill patients
- Collapse
- Fever/ Infection
- Multiple trauma
- Shock
- Module 23: Skin
- Bites and stings
- Bullous
- Dermatological manifestations of systemic disease
- Extremes of temperature
- Hair and nail problems
- Itchy and scaly rashes
- Infections
- Lumps
- Moles and pigmented lesions
- Ulcers
- Module 24: Urological
- Groin/scrotal pain and swelling
- Urinary tract obstruction
- Abnormalities of the urine
- Urinary symptoms (UTI & Prostatic cancer)
- PLAB 2 Exam Syllabus
- PLAB 2 is an OSCE assessment that does not have a specific syllabus or illnesses to prepare for. The examination will require the completion of 18 scenarios, evaluating your skills in diagnosing, investigating, managing, and treating.
How to Pass the PLAB Exam?
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FAQs
PLAB test is designed to assess the knowledge and skills of international medical graduates. It comprises a written Part 1 examination and a Part 2 practical or objective structured clinical examination (OSCE). The pass mark for the PLAB test reflects what is expected of a doctor entering the second year of their Foundation program training. This includes the professional values and behaviours required of doctors, which are fundamental to delivering excellent care, for example, practising by the core GMC guidance and within their competence.
You need to pass the PLAB test 1 to attend the PLAB 2 exam. After passing the PLAB 1 exam, the GMC (General Medical Council), London will send you an email to book your preferred PLAB 2 date. You will not be able to book the PLAB 2 exam until you have passed PLAB 1. It is important to note that PLAB 2 only takes place at the GMC assessment centre in Manchester.
The PLAB exam is a challenging assessment that requires significant preparation and dedication. However, with the right mindset and preparation, candidates can overcome the challenges of the PLAB exam and achieve their goal of practising medicine in the UK.