Tips and Guidance for Part 2 FRCPath Microbiology
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Tips and Guidance for Part 1 FRCPath Microbiology
- What is the FRCPath Microbiology exam?
- Eligibility criteria for FRCPath Microbiology
- How long do you need to prepare? Who could be your sponsor?
- General tips about preparing effectively
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How to prepare? Tips from successful candidates
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I want to access in microregistar,want to appear FRCPath.
I want to access in microregistar,want to appear FRCPath.Im from Dhaka,Bangladesh
I would like to know the registration process for frcp part1
I would like to know the registration process for frcp part1
Hi,
The registration process of part 1 is available on RCPath website.
https://www.rcpath.org/trainees/examinations/exam-apply-and-pay-online.html