Advanced Fellowship in Intensive Care (AFIC)
Advance Your Expertise with the AFIC Course
The Advanced Fellowship in Intensive Care (AFIC) Examination Course represents the pinnacle of intensive care training. This one-year program is specifically designed for those who have successfully completed the FCCCM examination and are now ready to elevate their skills to an expert level. The AFIC course was introduced as a response to the ever-improving standards of ICU care worldwide, including in developing countries.
Building upon the robust foundation laid by the FCCCM course, the Academic Council of the College of Critical Care Medicine, under the auspices of the Critical Care Education Foundation, has meticulously developed this *advanced curriculum*. It aims to meet and exceed the expectations of both the medical community and the patients we serve.
Why Choose the AFIC Course?
The AFIC course is not just another educational experience; it is a transformative journey that will refine your approach to critical care medicine. By enrolling in this program, you will gain access to cutting-edge knowledge and techniques that are essential for managing complex medical situations in the ICU. You will learn from leading experts in the field, participate in immersive training sessions, and engage in rigorous examinations that will challenge and expand your capabilities.
Join a Distinguished Community
Upon completion of the AFIC course, you will not only have achieved a higher level of proficiency but also become part of an elite community of intensivists who are recognized for their commitment to excellence in critical care. This network of professionals will support you throughout your career, providing opportunities for collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning.
Your Future Awaits
As healthcare systems continue to evolve and face unprecedented challenges, the need for highly skilled intensivists has never been greater. The AFIC course is your gateway to leadership roles, academic positions, and the ability to make a significant impact on patient care at both a local and global level.
We invite you to take the next step in your professional journey by enrolling in the AFIC course.
Your journey towards mastery in critical care medicine begins here.
Eligibility criteria
Eligibility Criteria for the 1-year AFIC course (Advanced Fellowship in Intensive Care Medicine)
1. Candidate must be a member of the College of Critical Care Medicine.
(If not a member, go to ICUeducation.com to apply for membership).
2. (a) Pathway 1: Candidates who have passed their FCCCM examination:
These candidates can directly apply for AFIC examination.
(b) Pathway 2: Candidates who have NOT passed their FCCCM examination:
(i) Post-graduates candidates who passed their MD/ DNB in Anaesthesia, General Medicine, Pulmonary Medicine or Emergency Medicine.
(ii) In addition, they must have passed any international/National examination in Critical Care/Intensive Care can apply for AFIC examination. (Online examinations in Critical Care without ICU working experience will not be considered)
(iii) These post-graduates have to mandatory attend FCCCM 4-day Orientation course other than their AFIC curriculum requirements.
3. If your post-graduate qualification is not mentioned above and you feel it is directly or indirectly related to above speciality, then you need to contact Academic Council of CCEF for consideration/ approval. (office @ ccef.in).
Please note that the AFIC exit examination will be a physical examination and not online.
Examination Format for the AFIC Examination
1. Assessment of performance throughout the year:
(a). Logbook in Prescribed format to be submitted in digital format. This will contain fully worked up material as per sample logbook under following categories:
1. Clinical Cases: (5)
2. ABGs (complex): (5)
3. Biochemistry (complex): (5)
4. ECG: (5)
5. Xrays: (5)
6. CT scans/MRIs: (5)
7. Graphs: (5)
8 Hemodynamic Interpretation: (5)
9. ECHO & USG (5)
10. Medical Statistics: (5)
*To see the scoring system of logbook, scroll to below of this page
(b). In cases where logbook cannot be made due to privacy restriction on patient data, special permission from the College office for submitting Academic Diary of 150 Academic Credit points may be requested in the beginning of the academic year.
(c). Submit Proof of attending at least 1 Ventilator workshop and 1 ACLS workshop.
(d). One publication in a Journal (including GJCCM) either as 1 review article or 2 case reports (starting 2025-26 batch).
(e). Proof of Attending the Orientation program and Crash Course as mandated for each course.
2. Assessment at one point in time: [The EXIT Exam]
The exit exam will be held at any one venue for that year. Dates and venue will be announced in advance.
Exit exam will have following Components:
(a). Theory Exams: 2 papers with MCQ/True & False pattern
(b). E-Cases: 3 E-cases that will be a mixture of viva + Clinical examination scenarios across the table.
(c). Communication station: 1 scenario
(d). OSCEs: These will be multiple ACTIVE stations for 12 minutes at each station (2 min to read, 10 min to write) with REST stations in between.
ACTIVE Stations:
(i). ABGs: 4
(ii). Biochemistry: 4
(iii). ECG: 4
(iv). Xrays: 4
(v). CT scans/MRIs: 4
(vi). Ventilator Graphs: 4
(vii). Other ICU Graphs: 4
(viii). Hemodynamic: 4
(ix). USG: 4
(x). ECHO: 4
(xi). Medical statistics: 4
(xii). Microbiology: 4
Details of each component will be covered during the Orientation Program.
Scoring system of AFIC logbook:
