Critical Care (EDIC, IDCCM) Courses

Critical Care is a challenging and demanding area of medicine that involves caring for critically ill patients, obtaining and interpreting relevant clinical information, and making critical decisions. For aspiring physicians seeking to obtain additional credentials or expand their expertise, options such as EDIC and IDCCM present a number of significant opportunities. The two exams differ, however, in terms of qualification requirements, components, and potential outcomes. For someone unfamiliar with the process, preparing for these tests may seem like a formidable task, and Farz Academy is ready to provide the essential guidance, knowledge, and practical know-how needed to succeed.

What Is EDIC?

The European Diploma in Intensive Care Medicine (EDIC) is an international examination created by the European Society of Intensive Care Medicine ESICM to certify knowledge, competencies, and skills needed in a career in intensive care medicine. In other words, it is the standard for doctors to improve their expertise in treating critically ill patients and ICU cases.

EDIC has two parts, and passing each is mandatory. Part I is a written test, which evaluates the candidate’s general knowledge of intensive care medicine. Meanwhile, Part II is a clinical exam, where the candidate’s skills are put to the test in an OSCE-type scenario. Passing both parts is required to obtain the diploma.

Eligibility Criteria for Part 1 & Part 2

Candidates are required to be fully registered medical doctors and have embarked on or completed a national training program in a primary speciality. In addition, Part I requires candidates to have embarked on or completed a national training program in Intensive Care Medicine or to have completed at least 18 months of recognised Intensive Care Medicine training, while Part II requires successful completion of Part I and 24 months of Intensive Care Medicine training.

How the EDIC Exam Works

The Part I examination is a three-hour online written test comprising one hundred (100) multiple-choice questions. The questions seek to evaluate the candidate’s knowledge of fundamental ICU concepts, common ICU syndromes, management principles, and critical care responses. However, the examination comprises single-best-answer items and type K’ questions. Thus, the examiners use the two types of questions to determine the test taker’s level of knowledge and ability to perform specific ICU tasks.

The Part II examination is known as the OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination). It consists of six stations where the candidate is placed in simulated ICU situations. In three stations, surrogate patients or mannequins are used along with ICU charts and vital data. In the remaining stations, the candidate interprets digital reports such as ECGs, X-rays, and laboratory findings. This section evaluates practical judgment, communication, and the ability to make quick clinical decisions under pressure.

Upcoming EDIC Exam Dates (2026)

✦ EDIC Part 1 Exam Date: 15th September 2026

✦ EDIC Part 2 Exam Date: 26th November 2026

✦ Conducted By: European Society of Intensive Care Medicine (ESICM)

✦ Mode of Examination: Online (Part 1) & OSCE-based Practical (Part 2)

✦ Ideal Time to Start Preparation: 4–6 months before the exam

How Farz Academy Supports EDIC & IDCCM Aspirants

Preparing for the EDIC and IDCCM examinations becomes much easier with the academic support of Farz Academy. Our academy provides aspirants with an organised learning system in accordance with the specific examination syllabus to strengthen their concepts and boost their exam preparation.

The candidates can join live online classes with the expert Critical Care trainers to clear their doubts and gain in-depth knowledge of the relevant topics. For EDIC Part 1, we provide aspirants with multiple MCQ practice sessions along with debriefing and explanation sessions and conduct regular mock tests for enhanced exam-oriented practice.

EDIC Part 2 preparation at Farz Academy includes scenario-based OSCE practice along with discussion and decision-making sessions to sharpen the necessary clinical skills for the examination.

Thus, with the academic guidance and practice sessions from the Farz Academy, aspirants gain a thorough understanding of the relevant concepts and practical aspects to prepare effectively for their Critical Care examination.

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