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The Virtual OSCE (certification)
Last reviewed 2026-09-27
Graduates of accredited programs, and candidates who complete the Equivalency Process, certify through the Virtual OSCE. It replaced both the Written Examination and the old OSCE, and was first held in March 2023.
| Questions | 200: 50 standard single-answer MCQs (scored 0 or 1) and 150 case-based questions with one or more correct answers (scored 0 to 1) |
|---|---|
| Materials | Photographs, radiographs, periodontal charts and case histories |
| Delivery | Prometric test centres in Canada and the US, plus other sessions. Check NDEB's dates page |
| Fee | $1,750 |
| Attempts | Maximum 3 |
The case-based format is close to the ACJ's, so the ACJ-style cases in PassDental are good practice for both.
Practise case-based questions
Cases with histories, charts and radiographs, scored with partial credit.
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Frequently asked questions
Is there still an NDEB Written exam?
No. The Virtual OSCE replaced both the Written Examination and the OSCE for certification. It was first given in March 2023.
How many questions are on the Virtual OSCE?
200: 50 standard multiple-choice questions and 150 case-based questions.