MRCPCH Clinical

MRCPCH Clinical is an on-demand revision course designed to help paediatric doctors prepare for the clinical component of the MRCPCH (Membership of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health) exam. The clinical exam is a practical assessment held in hospital settings that evaluates candidates' clinical skills including communication, history taking, physical examination, and decision-making across five key categories: Accuracy of Information, Physical Examination, Identification of Clinical Signs, Clinical Reasoning, and Communication Skills.

The course provides a comprehensive bank of over 140 patient cases that simulate real-life clinical scenarios, alongside 15 teaching cases with detailed exam marksheets and expert tips for perfecting your technique for every system. Additionally, the resource includes 171 spot diagnosis cards featuring real-patient examples with diverse presentations across demographics, all designed to help you develop the skills needed to perform confidently on exam day.

This is the only MRCPCH Clinical component of the four-part MRCPCH assessment (the others being Foundation of Practice, Theory and Science, and Applied Knowledge in Practice). Once you have passed all four exams, you can gain membership in the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, which is recognised internationally as a demonstration of excellence in paediatric practice.

Access is available on flexible subscription terms ranging from 48 hours (free trial with limited access) to 12 months. You can track your revision progress using the Pastest app, which allows you to revise anywhere, anytime. According to candidates, 2–3 months of focused study is typical, though some recommend starting 6 months in advance depending on your learning style.

The course has been highly rated by users. One doctor stated: "I personally feel that Pastest is very helpful for my MRCPCH exams. I recently took a subscription for Clinical. I would recommend it to everyone. It gives a fair idea of how the actual exam will be. So far, it is the only material available online which is closest to the exam."

What's included:
• 140 patient cases
• 15 teaching cases with exam marksheets and top tips
• 171 spot diagnosis flashcards and real-patient examples
• Pastest app for progress tracking and offline revision
• Access to teaching notes and clinical guidance for all stations