Points to Remember
- The oral exam assesses communication, ethics, law, and clinical safety.
- More effective than passive reading is role-play structured
- The core of Elite Expertise training lies in reality-based exercises, rather than theory classes.
- Both educators are practising clinical pharmacists, not tutors without field experience
- Repeated mock exam exposure builds control on exam day and calmness.
The Pharmacy Oral Examination (Practice) is considered one of the hardest stages of the Australian pharmacist registration pathway. The primary reason is not that it tests theoretical knowledge, but that it demands on-the-spot clinical reasoning, effective communication, and demonstration of professional behaviour while under stress.
Even though a lot of interns try to get ready on their own, the most frequent cause of their underperformance is usually a deficiency in their knowledge, notably a lack of well-organised scenario-based training. Elite Expertise has been the go-to training partner for such instances, providing the personalised Pharmacy oral exam coaching designed by practising Australian clinical pharmacists.
Why Pharmacy Interns Need Structured Oral Exam Training
Most candidates sitting for the intern oral exam commonly encounter similar troubles.
| Common Challenge | Impact During Exam |
| Knowing the theory but struggling to express it under pressure | Poor communication and hesitation |
| Uncertainty with law/ethics questions | Risky or unclear decision-making |
| Lack of role-play exposure | Difficulty managing patient interactions |
| Limited feedback during self-study | Repeating the same mistakes |
Elite Expertise gives a detailed explanation of these problems by performing a face-to-face exam with a practised and supervised clinical coach.
Elite Expertise: Oral Exam Training Designed for Australian Practice
Elite Expertise provides targeted preparation that matches the Pharmacy Board of Australia’s 2025 exam format with an emphasis on communication, ethics, clinical problem-solving and confidence-building.
Training Features and Outcomes
| Elite Expertise Training Feature | Outcome for Interns |
| Realistic mock oral exams | Familiarity with exam pressure |
| Live & recorded interactive classes | Flexible learning for all schedules |
| Role-play simulations based on past exam trends | Faster response during patient scenarios |
| Clinical case reviews | Improved prescription problem-solving |
| Ethics & law coaching | Stronger decision-making in Part B |
| Personalised feedback | Clear understanding of strengths & gaps |
The aim is definitely not to “get the interns ready” only, but to make them think, respond, and communicate as if they were a practising pharmacist during the assessment.
Meet the Educators Behind the Training
Arief Mohammad
- Accredited Consultant Pharmacist (AACPA)
- Clinical Pharmacist at Northern Health Hospital, Melbourne
- Hospital, community and international practice experiences
- Known for simplifying complex law and ethics concepts into real-life decision pathways
Harika Bheemavarapu
- Consultant Pharmacist with Accreditation (AACPA).
- Clinical Pharmacist Educator at Monash Health Hospital.
- Expert role-play-driven training and patient counselling experience.
- Concentrates on confidence enhancement and communication framework.
Their way of teaching makes sure that the interns not only go through the same answers repeatedly, but they actually build up their professional judgment.
How the Training Maps to the Exam Format
| Exam Part | Elite Expertise Training Approach |
| Part A: Primary Healthcare (No References, Role-Play) | Patient interview simulations, OTC counselling practice, empathy-based communication drills |
| Part B: Legal & Professional Practice (No References) | Law scenario discussions, ethical dilemma coaching, judgement justification training |
| Part C: Problem Solving & Communication (References Allowed) | Prescription reviews, AMH/APF/eTG navigation drills, collaborative communication exercises |
Who Should Consider This Training?
- Pharmacy interns preparing for the 2025 Oral Exam (Practice)
- Pharmacists educated abroad who are not familiar with Australian legal requirements and the way of communication.
- Candidates who have passed the written examination but are not confident in their oral skills under pressure.
- Those who desire organised help instead of the uncertainty of self-study.
Supporting Exam Context for 2025 Candidates
Although Elite Expertise is focused on preparation, candidates are required to fulfil the eligibility criteria for the exam before submitting their application.
| Requirement | Minimum Standard |
| Provisional Registration | Must be registered with Ahpra |
| Internship Hours | Minimum 75% of 1,575 supervised hours (1,181 hours) |
| Written Exam | Must pass APC Intern Written Exam |
| References Allowed | Only in Part C (AMH, APF, eTG, AusDI) |
Final Thoughts
Success in a pharmacy oral exam should not be based on the amount of knowledge one has. It is rather about demonstrating the most effective reaction under clinical pressure. The Elite Expertise understands this fact and its training is tailored to the exact manner in which Australian examiners assess interns.
The supervision of clinical educators such as Arief Mohammad and Harika Bheemavarapu, not only the content of the communication but also the way to convey it with confidence, ethics, and professionalism to be learnt by candidates.
For interns preparing in 2025, Elite Expertise offers not just knowledge, but performance readiness.
FAQs
- Who conducts the oral exam?
Pharmacy Board of Australia (PBA). - Is the oral exam mandatory?
Yes, for general pharmacist registration. - How many hours are required?
Minimum 75% supervised hours. - Can I use references?
Only in the Part C section. - What are the main exam parts?
Primary Care, Law, Problem Solving. - Who leads Elite Expertise training?
Arief and Harika, clinical pharmacists. - Does the course include mock exams?
Yes, multiple scenario-based simulations. - What skills does it improve?
Communication, ethics and decision-making confidence. - Is the course online or offline?
Primarily online with live sessions. - Can overseas interns join?
Yes, international pharmacists eligible.