Frequently Asked Questions

We recognise that trainees use a range of different learning approaches, and for that reason we offer a 3-day, 100% refund guarantee if you feel the course is not the right fit for your preparation. The refund period applies from the date of your original subscription. To ensure fairness, and as outlined within our Terms and Conditions, the refund policy is not applicable to subscriptions purchased within 14 days of the next MRCPsych CASC examination period.

No. All scenarios within the course are original and, where possible, have been informed by trainees’ anecdotal recollections of the types of stations encountered during their examinations. Pass The CASC fully respects all Royal College copyright and examination regulations, and no exact examination content or marking constructs have ever been sought or reproduced. The course is built around the philosophy of helping candidates succeed through the development of strong clinical understanding, structured adaptable communication skill and compassionate patient interaction that can be applied consistently — rather than through memorisation of questions or scripted responses.

Many candidates use Pass The CASC as their primary revision resource throughout preparation. The platform has been specifically designed to provide broad coverage of the CASC syllabus alongside structured interview technique, communication skills, tutorials, revision tools, and exam strategy guidance. As reflected throughout our testimonials, many successful candidates have prepared effectively using Pass The CASC alongside local supervision and regular study group practice.

We understand that your exact exam date during CASC week may not yet have been confirmed. If you require a short extension to maintain access to the course up to your examination day you are welcome to contact us. We will arrange this for you at no additional cost. We generally extend access for up to 7 days to ensure uninterrupted access during the final stage of your preparation.

1.Before subscribing, it is advisable to ensure that you have access to suitable senior colleagues or supervisors who can provide individualised feedback on your performance throughout your preparation.

2.We strongly recommend practising regularly with a positive and motivated study group as consistent rehearsal, discussion and feedback are essential components of effective CASC preparation.


3.Decide in advance how long you intend to revise for and use the Revision Plan to structure your preparation across all modules. We generally recommend beginning with the specialties you find least familiar or most challenging, before progressing to areas of greater confidence later in your revision. This often helps reduce stress and build momentum as the examination approaches.


4.Each clinical video is paired with a relevant tutorial, which can be revisited as often as required to consolidate interview structure, communication style, adaptable phrasing and core clinical knowledge. Over time, repeated exposure to a consistent and structured interview approach helps many candidates naturally develop more adaptable and confident communication skills across a wide range of CASC scenarios.

5.Practice scenarios regularly with senior colleagues, study partners and, when appropriate, within supervised clinical settings. The CASC group practice workbook is specifically designed to support these sessions.


6.During the final phase of your preparation, use the CASC Simulator programme to refine your structure-building skills, strengthen recall under pressure, and consolidate calm, adaptable and consistent exam performance.

At present, Dr. Mishra does not offer 1:1 teaching, mock examinations, or live lecture courses due to ongoing clinical commitments. Pass The CASC has instead been specifically designed as a complete, premium alternative to traditional live revision courses, allowing candidates to study flexibly in their own time without the need for travel or attendance at fixed teaching venues. The platform provides broad exposure to the wide range of scenarios encountered within the MRCPsych CASC examination, with all stations performed by Dr. Mishra using a clear and consistent exam technique designed to help candidates develop adaptable interview and communication skills. As reflected throughout our testimonials, many successful candidates have prepared effectively using Pass The CASC as their primary revision resource alongside individualised feedback obtained locally from their own supervisors and training programmes.

Yes. We believe that effective preparation for the MRCPsych CASC begins early in Core Psychiatry training, rather than only in the period immediately before the examination itself. Candidates who have already developed a natural, structured, and adaptable interview style are often better equipped to perform consistently under the pressure conditions encountered in the CASC. As training progresses, it can become more difficult to modify established interviewing habits, particularly while simultaneously managing the demands of learning the wider clinical content required for the examination.

As a study tool, Pass The CASC provides broad exposure to the standard of psychiatric interviewing, communication skills, and clinical knowledge expected within the MRCPsych CASC. This results in helping candidates develop greater confidence, flexibility and consistency across a wide range of clinical scenarios well before entering the final phase of exam preparation. Many trainees also find that the interviewing approaches and communication techniques taught throughout the course help strengthen day-to-day psychiatric practice, clinical confidence, and overall consultation style within real clinical settings.

This course is designed specifically for preparation for the MRCPsych CASC examination. However, many international postgraduate Psychiatry examinations utilise a similar OSCE-based format, and candidates often find the teaching approach, interview structures, communication techniques, and clinical content broadly relevant to their own training requirements. Many international candidates have also found the course especially useful for developing adaptable communication approaches, improving consultation structure, and gaining confidence with UK-style psychiatric interviewing and patient interaction.

We would encourage you to explore the sample material available on the Pass The CASC YouTube channel to determine whether the teaching style and content align with your own curriculum and examination needs.

All clinical videos are timed to 7 minutes, reflecting the format and station timing used within the current MRCPsych CASC examination. Each video includes a visible countdown timer to help develop awareness of interview pacing, alongside visual commentary demonstrating suggested interview structure and communication approach. Further information and examples can be viewed within the Course Overview section of the website.

The accompanying tutorials vary in length from approximately 8 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the complexity and scope of the scenario being discussed. Each tutorial is fully timestamped and follows a clear, structured format covering suggested interview frameworks, useful phrases, relevant core clinical knowledge, and discussion of potential alternative scenarios. Further examples and information can be viewed within the Course Overview section of the website.

All tutorial slides used within the audio-visual tutorials are available as downloadable PDFs within their relevant course sections. These can be reviewed digitally or printed for personal revision and study group practice, allowing you to consolidate key structures, clinical knowledge, and communication approaches throughout your preparation.

This restriction is in place to help protect user privacy and maintain the security and integrity of the course platform. As part of this commitment, two-factor authentication (2FA) has also been introduced to provide an additional layer of account security and help ensure that subscriber access remains protected. We would encourage all users to review the Terms and Conditions prior to subscribing.

Yes. The platform is fully responsive, allowing all videos, tutorials, and simulator content to be accessed seamlessly across smartphones, tablets, and desktop devices. This enables flexible and efficient revision whether studying at home or while on the move.

The videos and tutorials are not available for download in order to help protect course content, copyright, and the overall integrity of the learning platform.