The examination is presently given annually in Chicago in the spring. The examination consists of two parts given over a 2-day period.

Part I: Day one consisting of a written examination.
Part II: Day two consisting of an oral examination.

Prior to the written examination a detailed analysis of individual questions has been performed and a minimum passing score established. After completion of Part I and Part II of the examination, the ABEM Executive Office will notify candidates whether they passed or failed Parts I and II.

No other information about the examination, examination results, or performance on subsections of the examination will be made available to the candidates.