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[ Home ](https://mdster.com) 2. [ Psychiatry ](https://mdster.com/speciality/psychiatry) 3. CMSA CMSA Exam Preparation ======================= Colleges of Medicine of South Africa Colleges of Medicine of South Africa South Africa The CMSA administers the Fellowship of the College of Psychiatrists of South Africa (FC Psych(SA)), a major postgraduate specialist qualification in Psychiatry in South Africa. The assessment is structured in two main parts: a written Part I and a clinical Part II OSCE. FC Psych(SA) Part I FC Psych(SA) Part II 3,537+ Questions 2,506+ Flashcards 53+ Podcasts Start Your CMSA Preparation Today ----------------------------------- Comprehensive study materials designed to help you pass the CMSA with confidence [ Get Started Free ](https://mdster.com/user/dashboard) No credit card required • 5-day free trial Everything You Need to Pass the CMSA -------------------------------------- A complete preparation platform with tools designed for Psychiatry professionals ### Practice Questions 3,537+ questions across MCQ, SAQ, SOE formats with detailed explanations and references ### Flashcards 2,506+ flashcards for active recall — mark known and unknown cards to focus on weak areas ### Audio Podcasts 53+ audio episodes — learn on the go during commutes, workouts, or ward breaks ### Timed Mock Exams Simulate real exam conditions with timed sessions, customisable question counts, and topic filters ### AI-Powered Q&A Ask follow-up questions on any topic and get instant, contextual answers with references ### Performance Analytics Track your progress, identify weak areas, and monitor your exam readiness with detailed analytics CMSA Exam Structure --------------------- Our materials cover all parts of the CMSA examination ### FC Psych(SA) Part I FC Psych(SA) Part I is the initial fellowship examination stage and is delivered as written assessment(s). CMSA describes Part I as consisting of two digital written papers and specifies that there is no oral examination in Part I. ### FC Psych(SA) Part II FC Psych(SA) Part II is the advanced clinical stage of the fellowship assessment. CMSA identifies Part II as an Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE), focused on assessing applied clinical competence for specialist psychiatric practice. Study Pathways ---------------- Choose the pathway that matches your CMSA preparation stage ### Psychiatry Core Pathway Core pathway for Psychiatry covering foundational exams and initial certification steps. #### What's Included 1,037 MCQ Questions 391 SAQ Questions 1,143 Flashcards 27 Podcasts 2,598 total study resources #### Exam Coverage CMSA FC Psych(SA) Part I [ Start Learning ](https://mdster.com/user/dashboard) ### Psychiatry Advanced Pathway Advanced pathway for Psychiatry covering final exams, oral assessments, and advanced clinical evaluations. #### What's Included 1,305 MCQ Questions 705 SAQ Questions 99 SOE Questions 1,363 Flashcards 26 Podcasts 3,498 total study resources #### Exam Coverage CMSA FC Psych(SA) Part II [ Start Learning ](https://mdster.com/user/dashboard) Last refreshed: May 2026 Flexible Pricing Plans ------------------------ Choose the plan that fits your CMSA study schedule ### Try Risk-Free for 5 Days Start your free trial today and get full access to all CMSA features. **No credit card required**. 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Full platform access All study materials Analytics & tracking Cancel anytime ### Psychiatry Core Pathway Core pathway for Psychiatry covering foundational exams and initial certification steps. #### Monthly Flexible month-to-month $12.00 /month Cancel anytime Immediate access Save 8% #### 3 Months Popular Great for exam cycles $11.00 /month Billed $33.00 every 3 months Save 8% vs monthly Perfect for exam cycles Save 17% #### 6 Months Maximum savings $10.00 /month Billed $60.00 every 6 months Save 17% vs monthly Best value for serious learners ### Psychiatry Advanced Pathway Advanced pathway for Psychiatry covering final exams, oral assessments, and advanced clinical evaluations. #### Monthly Flexible month-to-month $15.00 /month Cancel anytime Immediate access Save 13% #### 3 Months Popular Great for exam cycles $13.00 /month Billed $39.00 every 3 months Save 13% vs monthly Perfect for exam cycles Save 20% #### 6 Months Maximum savings $12.00 /month Billed $72.00 every 6 months Save 20% vs monthly Best value for serious learners ### Psychiatry Bundle (Core + Advanced) Bundle subscription for Psychiatry: Core + Advanced pathways with all features included. #### Monthly Flexible month-to-month $20.00 /month Cancel anytime Immediate access Save 15% #### 3 Months Popular Great for exam cycles $17.00 /month Billed $51.00 every 3 months Save 15% vs monthly Perfect for exam cycles Save 25% #### 6 Months Maximum savings $15.00 /month Billed $90.00 every 6 months Save 25% vs monthly Best value for serious learners Related Psychiatry Exams -------------------------- Other examinations in Psychiatry you may be interested in [ ### ABPN American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology USA ](https://mdster.com/speciality/psychiatry/abpn) [ ### AOBNP American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry USA ](https://mdster.com/speciality/psychiatry/aobnp) [ ### CPSP College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan Pakistan ](https://mdster.com/speciality/psychiatry/cpsp) [ ### RANZCP Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists Australia/New Zealand ](https://mdster.com/speciality/psychiatry/ranzcp) [ ### RCPSC Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Canada ](https://mdster.com/speciality/psychiatry/rcpsc-psychiatry) [ ### RCPsych Royal College of Psychiatrists UK ](https://mdster.com/speciality/psychiatry/rcpsych) Frequently Asked Questions ---------------------------- Everything you need to know about CMSA preparation ### Is there a free trial available for CMSA preparation? Yes! We offer a 5-day free trial with full access to all CMSA questions, flashcards, podcasts, and platform features. No credit card required. ### How many CMSA practice questions are available? Our CMSA question bank contains over 3,537 practice questions and 2,506 flashcards. Each question includes detailed explanations and references to help you understand the underlying concepts. ### What question formats are supported for CMSA? Our platform supports MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions), SAQs (Short Answer Questions) and SOEs (Structured Oral Examinations) — matching the format of the actual CMSA exam. ### Can I track my progress and identify weak areas? Absolutely. Our analytics dashboard provides detailed performance tracking across all topics, weak area identification with personalised recommendations, study time tracking, and mastery levels for each clinical area. ### How are the study materials structured? Materials are organised by exam parts (FC Psych(SA) Part I, FC Psych(SA) Part II) with separate pathways (Core, Advanced, Bundle) so you can focus on the sections most relevant to your preparation stage. ### What if I need help or have questions about the content? Every question includes an AI-powered follow-up Q&A feature where you can ask clarifying questions and get instant, contextual answers. Our support team is also available via the contact form or in-app support tickets. Specialty reading hub Related Psychiatry Articles ----------------------------- Reinforce your CMSA preparation with specialty-specific guides, exam strategy articles, and clinical revision insights from the MDster blog. 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