Overview
Specialty Certificate Examinations (SCEs) are internationally recognised, postgraduate qualifications that demonstrate your ability within a specific field.
These postgraduate qualifications are administered by the Federation of Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK. Their aim is to offer physicians a way of demonstrating to prospective employers they have the necessary knowledge and skills to hold a specialty post.
Each Specialty Certificate Examination tests both clinical knowledge and your understanding of current medical thinking.
The exams are designed to ensure you have sufficient knowledge to practice safely and competently as a consultant. They will complement any workplace-based assessments.
These exams are now a compulsory part of a Certificate for Completion of Training (CCT) for all UK-based trainees pursuing a career in the following specialties.
The following specialty examinations are available.
- Acute Medicine
- Dermatology
- Endocrinology and Diabetes
- European Specialty Examination in Gastroenterology and Hepatology (ESEGH)
- Geriatric Medicine
- Medical Oncology
- European Specialty Examination in Nephrology (ESENeph)
- Neurology
- Palliative Medicine
- Respiratory Medicine
- Rheumatology
For further information on Specialty Certificate Examinations, including how to apply and eligibility criteria, please visit the the Federation website.
Recognition and career advancement
Use your membership to demonstrate commitment to excellence and enhance your specialist registration journey.
Join a global community
Connect with like-minded professionals committed to advancing and shaping the future of healthcare.
Unlock benefits
Get access to exclusive membership benefits, including discounts on courses, conferences, exams, scholarships and support.
Any questions about this exam?
Email the exams team at the Federation, via the link below.
Contact us