Practical session dates
LCME practical session dates
Local support, global standards
We have established a network of public exam centres that bring professional performance assessment to your local area. With centres across the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, and over 45 countries worldwide, we ensure quality performance qualifications are accessible to all.
Our public centres offer:
- Professional examination facilities
- Experienced stewards
- Industry-standard equipment
- Accessible locations
- Flexible scheduling options with exams in Spring, Summer and Winter in most regions
Please click on your region below to find session booking dates and exam periods for in-person exam sessions at public LCME exam centres in your area.
Summer 2025
- Booking dates: 1 March to 8 May 2025
- Exams held: May*, June, July and August
- *For May exam please note your entries will be needed by 31 March 2025
Winter 2025
- Booking dates: Open date TBC - closing 8 October 2025
- Exams held: November and December
Summer 2025
- Booking dates: 1 March to 30 April 2025
- Exams held: May*, June, July and August
- *For May exam please note your entries will be needed by 31 March 2025
Winter 2025
- Booking dates: Open date TBC - closing 24 September 2025
- Exams held: November and December
Summer 2025
- Booking dates: 1 March to 30 April 2025
- Exams held: May*, June, July and August
- *For May exam please note your entries will be needed by 31 March 2025
Winter 2025
- Booking dates: Open date TBC - closing 24 September 2025
- Exams held: November and December
To book your in-person exam, please contact your local LCME representative.
Summer 2025
- Booking dates: 1 March to 30 April 2025
- Exams held: May*, June, July and August
- *For May exam please note your entries will be needed by 31 March 2025
Winter 2025
- Booking dates: Open date TBC - closing 24 September 2025
- Exams held: November and December
To book your in-person exam, please contact your local LCME representative.
Summer 2025
- Booking dates: 1 March to 30 April
- Exams held: May*, June, July and August
- *For May exam please note your entries will be needed by 31 March
Winter 2025
- Booking dates: Open date TBC - closing 24 September 2025
- Exams held: November and December
To book your in-person exam, please contact your local LCME representative.
Missed the deadline?
Complete entries must be received by the above closing dates. However, LCME does accept late entries subject to availability. Late fees apply to entries made after the closing date.
Alternatively, you can take a Digital Recorded exam (available all year round).
Private exam centre arrangements
If you work in an organisation with many students, you can arrange for an examiner to come to you for your exam session. As an LCME exam centre, you'll have:
- Control over exam scheduling at your venue
- Direct examiner visits to your premises
- Access to our online management system
- Rapid results delivery and certificate issuance
- Dedicated support from our LCME team
Looking for Theory Exam dates?
The LCME office sets the dates for Theory Exams, which are the same for every country. You can choose to take a theory exam digitally or in person. Click here to view Theory Exam dates.
Book your LCME in-person exam now!
Candidates from the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland can find information on how to book their exams using the button below.
International candidates should book their in-person exams via their local rep. LCME has exam centres in 45+ countries across Europe, North America, South America, the Caribbean, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Australasia. Click below to find your nearest centre.