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EDIC

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ESICM is the sole official provider of the European Diploma in Intensive Care (EDIC), its examinations and preparation.

Exams and registrations dates

Registrations

Spring Session 2025

  • EDIC I – January 7, 2025 (10:00am CET)
  • EDIC II – February 4, 2025 (10:00am CET)

To benefit from the members rate, the membership for 2025 must be active at least 48 hours before registering for the exam. 

For all queries: EDIC Secretariat.

Applications

EDIC Objectives

The EDIC examinations are set out in two parts: Part I – the written exam and Part II – the oral/clinical case exam.

The European Diploma in Intensive Care Medicine (EDIC) seeks to standardise education and training of quality intensive care across Europe and beyond. EDIC exams are meticulously developed and continuously updated to create standard exit exams which accurately reflect clearly-defined assessment goals and address the necessary skills, attitude, competencies and knowledge required for intensive care practice.

The awarding of a speciality exam in intensive care medicine (ICM) is a key component of ESICM’s education strategy, which aims to set a standard for entry into intensive care specialist practice in Europe. Many jurisdictions specify EDIC as a professional qualification in ICM and the increasing numbers sitting the exam also attests to its widening acceptance. Responsibility for the European Diploma in Intensive Care Medicine (EDIC) belongs with the Examinations Committee.

EDIC Guidelines & Other Documents

Registration Process for EDIC I & II
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The EDIC registration process requires creating or updating an ESICM profile, completing registration, and undergoing…
How to prepare the EDIC Exams
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To prepare for the EDIC I and II exams, candidates are encouraged to review competencies…
EDIC I Exam
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The EDIC Part I exam is a 3-hour online test in English, consisting of 100…
EDIC Part II
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The EDIC Part II Exam is a two-day, high-standard clinical assessment in Intensive Care Medicine…