Examining with us
Examiners play a vital role in maintaining the quality, fairness and integrity of the FRCA examinations.
By joining the examining community, you'll contribute to the development of the next generation of anaesthetists while supporting high standards in postgraduate medical assessment. This section explains how to become an examiner, what the role involves and the training, guidance and resources available to support you throughout your examiner journey.
In this section
- Why become an examiner?
- Eligibility and appointment
- Examiner training and induction
- Examiner resources
- Policies and guidance
- Continuing development
- Frequently asked questions
Examiner Opportunities
Affiliate Examiner Pathway
Develop your examining skills through a structured and supported pathway, with clear expectations, defined responsibilities, and opportunities to contribute to College examinations. The pathway provides a transparent route into examinership, with ongoing development, recognition of performance, and progression opportunities towards full examiner status.
Become an FRCA examiner
Examiners play a key role in maintaining the quality, fairness and integrity of College examinations. They assess candidates, contribute to question development and standard setting, and support the continuous improvement of examination content and processes.
Examiner Regulations
Find out more about the governance, responsibilities and expectations of FRCA examiners