The European Diploma in Intensive Care Medicine (EDIC) is the only official, internationally recognized qualification aimed at standardizing intensive care education and practice across Europe. The exam is divided into two parts: a written exam (Part I) and an oral/clinical case exam (Part II). It assesses the knowledge, skills, and competencies required for intensive care specialists, establishing a professional entry standard.
In 2027, the EDIC Part I exam will be held only once, in autumn. No spring edition will be offered. The number of seats will be adapted accordingly to maintain the same annual capacity. The EDIC Part II Exam will continue to take place twice yearly (spring and autumn). The exam dates will be published this summer.
Members Rate Eligibility
To benefit from the members’ rate, your membership must be active at least 48 hours before registering for the exam.
For all queries: EDIC Secretariat.
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.
