About This Course
This course takes you from knowing nothing about PLAB 2 to being fully prepared to pass the exam.
You will learn exactly what the exam tests, including its format, station types, marking domains, and scoring system. You will then master the core frameworks for every station type, including history taking, counselling, breaking bad news, emergencies, ethics, clinical examinations, and practical procedures.
Many PLAB 2 candidates make the mistake of memorising individual cases instead of learning the underlying frameworks. It is far more effective to master a small number of core approaches that apply to more than 550 cases. Once you understand these frameworks, you will be able to approach both familiar and unfamiliar stations with confidence.
Module 1 Introduction
| Lesson | What It Covers |
|---|---|
| 1.1 — The Station Types and the UK Standard | What PLAB 2 is and what it tests. The ten station types. The UK consultation standard: patient-centred care, ICE, autonomy, and shared decision-making. Common IMG pitfalls. |
| 1.2 — The 8-Minute Structure and Reading Instructions | The five consultation phases. The 4-minute rule. Time splits by station type. How to use your 90 seconds of reading time to plan every station. |
| 1.3 — Marking Domains and How to Practise | The three marking domains and how they are scored. The 10 official GMC feedback statements. How to practise effectively with a timer, drills, and a reflection log. |