r/PEBC_prep

Hi, I'm an IPG who started preparing for the EE with PharmAchieve a month ago, but now had to transition to the MCQ due to the policy change. For individuals who have used Pharmachieve for MCQ and passed on the first attempt, could you please share the strategies and study plan you used? Also what other additional materials did you use besides pharmachieve notes? As an IPG, I'm relatively new to this and would appreciate any sort of guidance on this. Also, I will be studying full time so I can dedicate a lot of time to prep.

Hi, I’m kind of confused about what they will test us on in the OSCE. What exactly is the scope of practice since it’s a national exam? This always confused me. For example, would we be expected to adapt or renew medications. If so, what exactly falls under adaptation? If I remembered correctly you can only adapt if it’s a new prescription not a refill. Is that correct? If there’s a very detailed list of things we would be listed where can I find this information? I’ve looked at the sample videos on the website but there’s nothing that talks specifically about adapting or renewing medications.

Hi everyone! I’m an IPG preparing for the PEBC Qualifying Exam Part I (MCQ), and I’m having trouble choosing a preparation course.

I’m deciding between PharmaSpirit and PharmAchieve for the PEBC Qualifying MCQ. I’ve heard PharmAchieve’s MCQ notes are quite similar to its EE notes, so I’m leaning toward PharmaSpirit.

Has anyone recently used either course? How were the notes, classes and question bank? I’d also love recommendations for any other course that helped you pass. Honest reviews, please!

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For those who passed the MCQ with confidence, how did you prepare? What was your biggest regret during your preparation, and what was your best trick or strategy?

I built a strong foundation during my EE preparation, and I focused on understanding the topics rather than memorizing them. Now that I’m doing MCQs, everything seems familiar, but I know the way the questions are asked is different.

I would really appreciate it if you could share your advice and experience.🌺

Hi, I am a Canadian grad who recently graduated in April but unfortunately did not clear both MCQ and OSCE in May. I had gotten pretty sick this year and was not able to prepare as well as I had hoped. I am hoping to write the MCQ in November and have started studying but I wanted to join a group to discuss topics with those who are also writing the MCQ in November! Pls DM me if interested.

I never expect that form PEBC.

I don’t really have a dog in the fight, but I wanted to see what the general consensus is around the new PEBC update to remove the Evaluating Exam (EE).

I do think it could feel unfair to Canadian pharmacy grads who are paying $100k+ for a pharmacy degree. Now the number of internationally educated pharmacists potentially entering the job market could double or even triple the competition they’re facing.

I’m just speaking from the perspective of someone who grew up in Ireland and studied pharmacy in the UK. When I was graduating, pharmacists in Ireland were making really good money because demand was high. At the time, there were only 3–4 universities offering pharmacy, so the number of graduates entering the profession was relatively limited. Then the pathways became more accessible for EU/UK pharmacists to practise in Ireland, followed by increased recruitment of pharmacists from other countries. The market eventually became extremely saturated. There were fewer jobs available, and pharmacies knew they could offer lower rates because there was a much larger pool of pharmacists looking for work.

You can see a similar situation in the UK, where there has been a lot of discussion around pharmacist oversaturation and the potential impact that increasing the supply of pharmacists has on wages and working conditions. Obviously, Canada is a different country and there are a lot of other factors involved, so I’m not saying the exact same thing will happen here. But I do wonder whether PEBC has considered the potential impact on the Canadian pharmacy job market.

Who were the stakeholders PEBC consulted with, if any 😂. Why do you guys think they decided to go down this route? In the UK, a union/professional organisation like the PDA would at least have the opportunity to advocate for pharmacists and be involved in discussions around changes affecting the profession. Is there anything comparable in Canada that would have had a seat at the table for this kind of decision?

I’m also really curious about what people think this means for the MCQ and OSCE. Do you think there will eventually be changes to the content or difficulty of either exam? The blueprint was only updated relatively recently, so I’m wondering if this change will lead to any further changes to the assessment process.

Also, I love that they made the EE “optional” 😂 because realistically, what are the chances people are going to voluntarily sit an additional exam if they don’t actually need to? For those who have already completed the EE or are/were on attempt 2, 3 or 4 -how are you feeling about the new changes?

And finally… 😂 I might be a little cynical here, but I do wonder whether removing the EE will ultimately mean more people entering bridging programmes, which obviously benefits the institutions offering those programmes.

Would love to hear everyone’s thoughts and opinions.

Hi everyone I was planning on giving ee exam in jan 2027 and bought the ee corse as well. But now.. that happened as you all know. My question is, what can I do? Should I continue with ee prep or move on to mcq? The course from mcq is quite expensive looking at how much I have already spent in the process and then ee preparation also I am sending my son to fay care which on its own is also veryyyy expensive. I am so confused and stuck. Help!

I’m a Pharm.D graduate from India (September 2025) and will soon be going to Canada for my Master’s. I haven’t applied for my Indian pharmacy license yet. When I eventually apply for PEBC, will I need an Indian pharmacy license for Document Evaluation or any later stage? Or can I proceed with PEBC without ever being licensed in India?

They stop EE exams after a lot of Pharmcist clear it and put a lot of effort and money

The Evaluating Exam now removed, as well as policy changes around how many lifetime attempts there are for the PEBC Qualifying Exams (Part 1 and Part 2)

How do you feel about the guidelines for EE? It is so unfairr for someone who tried so hard to pass.

Hi. I am currently thinking if I should just cancel for November MCQ exam. I am studying thru pharmachieve but I still have infectious, managament, and GI subjects that needs to be covered. This is my second reading but I feel like I am not doing well enough since I am only relying on PharmAchieve. I work as a Pharmacy Assistant so studying is somehow challenging. Please enlighten me and provide me tips and tricks on how to pass the exam and is pharmachieve enough?

We are almost there!! Launching PEBC one stop learning app from theory, mock tests, test dates, news, visa help for OSCE for international graduates. What is your opinion on the ? Will be launching Oct 1st

Hello everyone,

I have a question regarding the PEBC Bridging Program for internationally trained pharmacists.

For those who have taken the program, how did you find it? Was it helpful in preparing for and passing the PEBC MCQ exams more easily?

I would really appreciate hearing about your experiences and any advice you may have.

Thank you!