Guidance for Unsuccessful Candidates

Examination candidates who fail certain FRCA examinations can request a guidance interview with local trainers and FRCA examiners in order to review previous examination attempts and gain advice on how to best prepare for future attempts. Applicants must apply for guidance within one calendar month of the last failed component.
The College provides Guidance Interviews for candidates who have been unsuccessful. These are available for the following exams:
Guidance is not provided for Primary MCQ. Candidates should seek advice from their College Tutor.
Guidance is not a compulsory requirement, therefore not attending an interview will not affect eligibility for the next attempt. Please note that no special consideration will be given in respect of refunds following guidance interviews.
Interviews are arranged locally wherever possible although interviews can be arranged at the College if local trainers and examiners are not available. To arrange a guidance interview, please contact the Examinations Administrator.
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