About the NAC Examination
The NAC examination was introduced in Canada specifically to evaluate International Medical Graduates. It consists of a series of stations, each of which assesses a different area of medical expertise.
At each station, a brief written statement introduces a clinical problem and outlines the candidate’s tasks (e.g. take a history, perform a physical examination, etc.). In each station, there is at least one standardized patient and a physician examiner.
You can write your NAC exam at any centre in Canada. Please note, the NAC is a requirement for the Clinical Assessment Program application. IMGs must complete the NAC prior to the CaRMS application deadline. Please visit the Timeline page for details.
The National Assessment Collaboration (NAC) is an alliance of Canadian organizations streamlining the evaluation process for IMGs seeking a licence to practise medicine in Canada.